Private Retreat on 22.57 Acres with River Access Investor Friendly: Excellent potential for short-term rentals, private retreats, or future development — land may be subdivided for additional investment opportunities. Let the long, private entrance lead you to this stunning custom-built log home nestled on 22.57 acres of peaceful countryside. Enjoy river access to Jackson Lake, perfect for fishing, camping, and outdoor living. Inside, you’ll find an immaculate wood interior, high ceilings, and warm rustic charm. This property features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an in-law suite, a 4-car garage, a 25x30 workshop, and a 2-stall barn.. Experience country living at its finest with privacy, space, and endless possibilities — your slice of paradise awaits!
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$850,000
5467 Highway 162 S, Covington, GA 30016
4beds
3,736sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential, Cabin
Built in 2004
22.57 Acres Lot
$825,400 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
In-law suiteHigh ceilingsStunning custom-built log homeImmaculate wood interiorLong private entranceWarm rustic charm
- 249 days |
- 190 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Yarelis Hernandez Gonzalez,
Virtual Properties Realty.com 678-262-7389
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7673045
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Kitchen, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Features: In-Law Floorplan
- Level: In-Law Floorplan
Bedroom
- Features: In-Law Floorplan
Primary bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Open Concept
Kitchen
- Features: Country Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: None
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,736
- Total interior livable area: 3,736 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Kitchen Level
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Permeable Paving, Private Yard, Storage, Other, Other Dock
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Rural, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, River Access
- Body of water: Jackson - GA
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage Length(30)
Lot
- Size: 22.57 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Farm, Front Yard, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Stable(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 0053000000003A00
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Stable(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Country,Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential, Cabin
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Guest Suite
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $472,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,657
- Date on market: 10/28/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 249 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$825,400
$784,000 - $867,000
$2,403/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $850,000+6.3%$228/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Price change | $800,000-5.9%$214/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $850,000+30.8%$228/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $650,000-23.5%$174/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+30.8%$228/sqft |
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| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $650,000$174/sqft |
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| 6/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $650,000$174/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,375 +7.9% | $188,960 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $3,127 +4.3% | $179,480 -9.3% |
| 2023 | $2,999 +17.8% | $197,960 +95.7% |
| 2022 | $2,547 +5.2% | $101,160 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $2,421 -7.9% | $93,400 +15.4% |
| 2020 | $2,629 +5% | $80,960 +5.4% |
| 2019 | $2,504 +3.2% | $76,840 +3% |
| 2018 | $2,427 +10.3% | $74,600 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $2,201 | $68,000 +12.5% |
| 2016 | $2,201 | $60,440 +5.7% |
| 2015 | $2,201 +45.7% | $57,160 +19.1% |
| 2014 | $1,511 | $48,000 +9.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,920 -11.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $49,560 -6.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $53,160 -3.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $54,960 -8.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $59,840 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30016
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Rocky Plains Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Indian Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.9 mi
- 1/10Alcovy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rocky Plains
- Middle: Indian Creek
- High: Alcovy
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Newton County
- Covington
- 30016
- 5467 Highway 162 S







