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PENDING

0.7 ACRES

490 Forest Rd
Covington, GA 30016

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,550 sqft (on 0.70 acres)

$265,000

Est. Mortgage $1,574/mo*

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$265,000

Est. Mortgage $1,574/mo*

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3 Beds

2 Baths

1,550 sqft

(on 0.70 acres)

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Description

Welcome to this charming ranch-style home nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood in beautiful Covington. This inviting residence offers comfortable one-level living with a layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Relax on the welcoming front porch, perfect for enjoying quiet mornings or evening sunsets. Step inside to find a spacious family room featuring a cozy fireplace, creating the perfect focal point for gathering with friends and family. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and functionality, along with a cozy breakfast area ideal for casual meals and morning coffee. An adjoining formal dining room adds an elegant touch, providing the perfect setting for hosting holiday gatherings and special occasions. The primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, complete with a private bath and a generous walk-in closet. Two nice-sized secondary bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation for family, guests, or a home office and share a conveniently located hall bath. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard and a spacious wrap-around back deck with beautiful views and direct access to a private stocked lake perfect for fishing, relaxing, or simply enjoying peaceful waterfront living. Modern updates include a new HVAC system, a roof just 6 years old, a 6-year-old water heater, and a water purification system, ensuring comfort and convenience for years to come. Conveniently located close to shopping, dining, and expressways, this charming ranch offers both serene lakeside living and easy access to everything you need. Don't miss the opportunity to make this delightful retreat your own! Schedule your private showing today!

Home Highlights

Parking

Attached Garage

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$171

Listed

47 days ago

Home Details for 490 Forest Rd

Active Status
MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: 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: 1550 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In Hall,Laundry ClosetMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Factory Built, Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 VoltsHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, LaminateCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Laminate
View Has a ViewView: Lake
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: DockFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Kitchen Level,Parking Pad
Frontage WaterfrontFrontage Type: LakefrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: None
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1550 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 41Days on Market: 47

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2001
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: OtherNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 0013000000099000

Price & Status
Price List Price: $265,000Price Per Sqft: $171
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Sun May 24 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location
Direction & Address City: CovingtonCommunity: None
School Information Elementary School: West NewtonJr High / Middle School: LibertyHigh School: Newton

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 10728521

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1550 Square Feet

Community
Community Features: Street Lights, Walk To Schools, Near Shopping

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: NoneNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.70 acres

Listing Info
Special Conditions: As Is

Offer
Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 10728521Projected Close Date: Thu Jun 25 2026Attic: Pull Down StairsWater ViewWater View: LakeAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1550Showing Requirements: Call Listing Agent, See Remarks, Use Showing Time

Additional Information
Street LightsWalk To SchoolsNear Shopping

Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Mark Spain, (770) 886-9000

Mark Spain Real Estate

Arleen Sealy-Hannibal, (678) 350-8522

Mark Spain Real Estate

Source: GAMLS, MLS#10728521

Also Listed on FMLS GA, GAMLS, FMLS GA.

Price History for 490 Forest Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/26/2026	$265,000	Pending	GAMLS #10728521

05/19/2026	$265,000	PriceChange	GAMLS #10728521
Price Change $20,000 (-7%)
04/15/2026	$285,000	Listed For Sale	GAMLS #10728521

11/21/2000	$45,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 11/21/2000 Contract Date 09/28/2000 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/29/1998	$634,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/29/1998 Contract Date 07/28/1998 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/23/1997	$12,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 05/23/1997 Contract Date 05/20/1997 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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Comparable Sales for 490 Forest Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
40 Pebble Brooke Ct, Covington, GA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$270,000	10/31/25	3	2	1,700
605 Pebble Blvd, Covington, GA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$250,000	06/30/25	4	3	1,871
450 Pebble Blvd, Covington, GA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$273,000	10/07/25	3	2.5	1,610
25 Buckeye Cir, Covington, GA	0.65	Single-Family Home	$246,000	04/13/26	3	2	1,502
50 Pebble Brooke Pass, Covington, GA	0.31	Single-Family Home	$300,000	11/18/25	4	2.5	1,504
415 Creekview Blvd, Covington, GA	0.56	Single-Family Home	$276,400	12/09/25	3	2	1,514
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What Locals Say about Covington

At least 566 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say car is needed
86 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say it's quiet
69 % Say there's holiday spirit
66 % Say it's dog friendly
64 % Say kids play outside
51 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's wildlife
48 % Say streets are well-lit
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say there are sidewalks
25 % Say there are community events
21 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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Willetta Halsey
Resident
3mo ago
"Side walks, wooded areas and small lake in the area. There’s plenty of space for walking and vehicles to drive. People pick up after their dogs or allow them to poop in wooded areas. "
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Lawproducts92
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11mo ago
"People walk there dogs daily here and it’s safe it’s barely any dogs that are rough or not trained my dog is off the leach when I walk her or let her outside for one she listen and she is not going to just Randy go up to anybody "
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Braidzbyqueen
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1y ago
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Leon Howard
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1y ago
"If you plan on living in Covington you must have a car because everything is far. But it’s great if you love peace and quiet "
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1y ago
"Dogs and pet owners would love Covington. The area is always nice and clean with lots of space to walk, run and play. "
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"My commute is relatively short. I can make it back and forth to work in a matter of minutes. It’s really not that bad "
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"they would love it it friendly and they use collars. I love this neighborhood and they have great schools"
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"The safety of their children. The parents want to have good schools nearby. Accessibly to major stores."
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"It's very quiet and no one steals your packages-it's safe. It's close enough to town, but far enough away from the traffic of in-town living. Doesn't feel crowded. Neighbors wave when they drive by. Blue collar neighborhood"
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"A lot family live here.And there parks close by and a dog park not far from home .People are friendly here. It peaceful and quiet here. It a good place to go walking or running."
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Dee4him
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"We have a huge Fourth of July event, classic car shows, drive in movie nights. The downtown square is beautiful and everyone is very friendly!"
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"It’s quite and no one is loud.people care for there lawns.And we have a HOA,A pool for the kids a basketball court .A beautiful lake and a lake house"
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Des W.
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"Big Neighborhood. Parks, Lake, a lot of families with children. Nice place to live. Always watch your area"
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Kevin A.
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"There are no access to Public transportation in the Covington area and if there are any it is situated very far."
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Charles P. I. .
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5y ago
"You see dogs all the time with there owners. Dog owners pick up behind there dogs, mostly all of the dogs are friendly."
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Dana L.
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5y ago
"Very busy rode. Your pet will die if you let it run lose. There are no sidewalks for walking. The neighborhood is k but not desirable "
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Stephanie S.
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5y ago
"It’s cool I like it kind of country boring no public transportation but I like some of the neighborhoods aren’t desirable "
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Des W.
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5y ago
"Great community. Family friendly. Outdoor parks and walking trails. Dog friendly. Safe neighborhood "
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Raekelia N.
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5y ago
"You don’t see people walking their dogs but there is sidewalks available for you too. Very peaceful community "
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Vicki K.
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5y ago
"You see people walking their dogs all the time - it’s common in the neighborhood. There are no sidewalks, but there isn’t much through traffic either."
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Raekelia N.
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6y ago
"Everything is in a good driving distance no further than 15 minutes. There is a dollar general about four minutes from us and two gas stations so don’t have to go far for much . "
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Fish S.
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6y ago
"Very peaceful and safe area. Newton county does not require emissions testing which is a plus if you have an old car."
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Charles P.
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6y ago
"It takes about a hour traffic is really not that bad just the normal evening traffic Friday's are usually pretty light "
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Quiana B.
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6y ago
"very quiet and a great place to raise kids. transportation is needed.many shopping places in the area"
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Arnoldvena85
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6y ago
"It's an perfect place to raise kids! The school system is one of the best! The people here treat you like family!"
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Myra A.
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6y ago
"It used to be much nicer but it’s not as bad as Conyers has changed. There are still nice places to eat and shop on the Covington Square but Newton County in general has gone down the tubes. The population has exploded in the crime as well."
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Consuella F.
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6y ago
"I have always lived in Covington and the neighborhood I stay in is very quiet and homey. This area is very affordable and I’ll never move to another county in Georgia. "
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Kathy S.
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6y ago
"Rough. Traffic has become unbearable around metro Atlanta. It’s not bad here in Covington but if you have to go towards Atlanta during rush hour it’s terrible but it’s better than many other locations"
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Tyra.hickman
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6y ago
"All the movies that’s been filmed in the square and all the beautiful places to take pictures and there is such friendly people around where I live "
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Julie
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6y ago
"shopping restaurants schools friendly people no crime holiday spirits nice area picnic parks Turner lake park "
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490 Forest Rd, Covington, GA 30016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,550 sqft single-family home built in 2001. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by GAMLS on Apr 9, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 10728521.

490 Forest Rd Covington, GA 30016

$265,000

$265,000

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490 Forest Rd
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