720 Benton Rd, Covington, GA 30014
OFF MARKET

720 Benton Rd
Covington, GA 30014

  • 7 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,000 sqft (on 5 acres)

$664,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,955/mo*
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$664,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,955/mo*
Refinance Your Home
7 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,000 sqft
(on 5 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1999
Lot Size
5 acres
Living Area
5,000 sqft
Price/Sqft
$133
Parking
Garage

About this House

BRING YOUR HORSES TO THIS VERY LARGE HOME LOCATED ON 5+\- ACRES AND FEATURES 7 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS, 2 KITCHENS IN THE MAIN HOUSE AND A POOL HOUSE WITH AN ADDITIONAL KITCHEN AND GAME ROOM!*** The home has 3 bedrooms on the main level, 3 bedrooms in the finished basement and 1 bedroom upstairs. The home has a total of 4.5 bathrooms and is approximately 5000 sqft+/- which includes a Finished 1523+/- sqft basement. Home has an attached 2 car side entry garage which is approximately 420+/- sqft.*** Home is great for a two family home. ****** PROPERTY BEING SOLD WITH CURRENT TENANT IN PLACE PAYING $2,750 MONTHLY LEASE EXPIRES AUGUST 31, 2020. TENANT TO REMAIN IN PLACE THRU LEASE EXPIRATION DATE. DO NOT DISTURB TENANT!!!
720 Benton Rd, Covington, GA 30014 is a 7 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,000 sqft single-family home built in 1999. It last sold for $220,500 on Apr 3, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2019 with an asking price of $3,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 31, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $664,000, with a rent estimate of $4,151/month.

Home Details for 720 Benton Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Masonry
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999Year Updated: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5.00 acres

Price History for 720 Benton Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/30/2020$440,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/21/2020$440,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
05/13/2020$440,000PendingAgent Provided
04/30/2020$440,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/29/2020$420,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
04/21/2020$420,000PendingAgent Provided
04/10/2020$420,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/31/2019$2,750ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/16/2019$2,750PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/29/2019$2,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/23/2019$3,000Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/03/2019$220,500Sold
N/A
02/12/2019$340,026PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/11/2019$340,007Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/04/2018$222,897Sold
N/A
11/09/2018$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/16/2009$315,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Covington

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$283K
$10.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$152
$6MoM
Available listings
547
30MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,861
Assessment$687,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 720 Benton Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
540 Benton Rd, Covington, GA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$545,000
12/12/25
3
2
2,425
50 Walnut Ridge Ct, Covington, GA
0.78
Single-Family Home
$472,500
02/25/26
5
5
5,432
160 Walnut Ridge Way, Covington, GA
0.97
Single-Family Home
$409,100
06/12/26
4
2
2,446
10 Reserve Dr, Covington, GA
1.33
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/13/26
5
3.5
3,355
185 Chimney Ridge Ln, Covington, GA
1.37
Single-Family Home
$385,000
08/19/25
3
2.5
1,980
45 Chimney Ridge Ln, Covington, GA
1.54
Single-Family Home
$289,900
08/29/25
4
2.5
1,824
200 Five Oaks Dr, Covington, GA
1.84
Single-Family Home
$269,900
07/22/26
4
2
1,975
946 Gaithers Rd, Mansfield, GA
1.46
Single-Family Home
$615,000
08/12/25
3
3
-
310 Gaithers Rd, Mansfield, GA
2.17
Single-Family Home
$207,000
05/06/26
3
3
2,240
120 Chimney Ridge Ln, Covington, GA
1.40
Single-Family Home
$400,000
06/29/26
5
3.5
-

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What Locals Say about Covington

At least 567 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 they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 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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    "I work from home at the moment. I don’t have a commute. On the other hand, there is a 20-25 minute commute to the highway "
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  • Willetta Halsey
    "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
    "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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  • Leon Howard
    "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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  • Felicia Grant
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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    "It’s quiet most nights. There’s the occasional car with loud music, but it’s not often. No sidewalks"
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  • Trulia User
    "The community is tight knit and everyone helps everyone. We look out for each other and maintain a standard of wellbeing. "
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    "my family lives right down road and my church close to there in porterdale and it will be great place for me and my dad "
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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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  • Trulia User
    "Relative easy. I very rarely experience traffic delays due to the short commute. I’m also commuting during low traffic hours. "
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    "Pretty town! Nice people. Family friendly. Prices are still affordable and value is good for the money! Love it here. "
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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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  • Humnbrd1959
    "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
    "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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  • Jannettecw
    "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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  • Juarez L.
    "Great neighbors and a very quiet area. Police officer lives in the neighborhood so it is safe. "
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  • Latracedrummond
    "Downtown city square has several events during holidays, etc.. parades through the square, fireworks, pictures with Santa "
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  • Des W.
    "Family friendly. Neighbors friendly. Dog friendly. Close to 20 and state hwys to get around. Most people are friendly I. The overall community"
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  • Brodrickbibbins
    "Big Neighborhood. Parks, Lake, a lot of families with children. Nice place to live. Always watch your area"
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  • Kevin A.
    "pretty quiet neighborhood and good for children. plenty of kids here. many play together. They ride bikes."
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  • Ashley D.
    "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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  • Nikitha A.
    "My neighborhood is unique is because of everything. Everyone is friendly and it’s a safe environment for the young kids. "
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    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "Great community. Family friendly. Outdoor parks and walking trails. Dog friendly. Safe neighborhood "
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  • Raekelia N.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "very quiet and a great place to raise kids. transportation is needed.many shopping places in the area"
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    "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.
    "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.
    "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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    "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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