265 Forest Lake Dr, Covington, GA 30016
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265 Forest Lake Dr
Covington, GA 30016

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,849 sqft (on 4 acres)
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,849 sqft (on 4 acres)

$315,000

Original price: $317,000
Est. Mortgage $1,954/mo*
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Local Information

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Description

Drive through a neighborhood full of private lakes to your new home nestled away from the street on a private 4-acre lot. Find true peace and quiet here. The large eat-in kitchen serves as a great hub for this well-built home. Cozy up by your traditional brick fireplace in the oversized den. A formal dining room to entertain and a separate den for you to spread out. Master's suite plus two other bedrooms on the main. Look over your beautiful yard from the rocking chair front porch or enjoy a barbecue on your covered back patio. The downstairs basement is unfinished and perfect for any storage needs you may have. Or easily finish the basement with its tall ceilings. It could be an ideal in-law with its own exterior entry."SELLING"AS IS NO REPAIRS " FINANCING CONVENTIONAL CASH

Home Highlights

Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$170
Listed
65 days ago

Home Details for 265 Forest Lake Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Daylight,FullNumber of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1849 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Underground Utilities, Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In HallRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Lake

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition
Parking & Garage
Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Carport,Garage,Kitchen Level,Parking Pad,Storage
Frontage
WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1849 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 65

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: A-Frame,Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 0015000000044000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $315,000Price Per Sqft: $170
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: CovingtonCommunity: Forest Lakes
School Information
Elementary School: South SalemJr High / Middle School: LibertyHigh School: Alcovy

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 20172302

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1849 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Lake, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4 Acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 20172302Water ViewWater View: Lake

Additional Information

LakeStreet Lights
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Kathy R Prince, (917) 561-2564
HomeSmart
Source: GAMLS, MLS#20172302
Also Listed on FMLS GA, HomeSmart, HomeSmart.

Price History for 265 Forest Lake Dr

DatePriceEventSource
02/22/2024$315,000PriceChange
GAMLS #20172302
03/23/2022$317,000PendingToActiveGAMLS #9038985
01/27/2022$317,000PendingGAMLS #9038985
12/09/2021$317,000PriceChange
GAMLS #9038985
08/28/2021$280,000PriceChange
FMLS GA #6929645
08/26/2021$317,000PriceChange
FMLS GA #6929645
08/24/2021$275,000Listed For SaleFMLS GA #6929645
01/25/2021$225,000Sold
GAMLS #8894318
12/07/2020$225,000PendingAgent Provided
11/26/2020$225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/05/2008$146,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$2,924
Assessment$288,540
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265 Forest Lake Dr, Covington, GA 30016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,849 sqft single-family home built in 1973. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GAMLS on Feb 22, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 20172302.