Charming 2,468 Sq Ft Cottage Home + 590 Sq Ft Guest Cottage on 2 Private Acres in River Parc/Alpine Village subdivision.
Tucked away in the quiet River Parc neighborhood, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath & dedicated office cream puff sits on 2 secluded acres and offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and flexibility. The 2,468 sq ft main residence with an attached garage boasts a bright, open floor plan with soaring ceilings, a dramatic wall of windows, and expansive front and back porches that invite seamless indoor-outdoor living.
The thoughtfully designed kitchen is a chef’s dream—featuring a 48” propane stove, double ovens, full-size refrigerator and freezer, pot filler, walk-in pantry, and an oversized island great for entertaining. The private primary suite includes his-and-her closets, a luxurious soaking tub, separate shower, and private access to the back porch. With two bedrooms on the main level and two upstairs, the home provides space and versatility. All bathrooms have been tastefully updated.
Connected by a raised walkway, the 590 sq ft guest cottage offers a full bath and open-concept living space—great for guests, a home office, recreation room or creative studio. This peaceful retreat is just minutes from town but feels like a world away.
Additional Highlights:
• Brand New Roof
• New 5-ton HVAC System
• New Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Throughout
• Insulated Crawlspace
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71409 S River Dr, Covington, LA 70433
3beds
2,468sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.99 Acres Lot
$506,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$506,300
$466,000 - $552,000
$3,786/mo
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Bright open floor planSeparate showerDouble ovensFull-size refrigerator and freezerSecluded acresPrivate primary suiteLuxurious soaking tub
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Listed by:
Melinda Dahmer 504-421-6755,
Compass Covington (LATT27)
Bought with:
Tracie Ohlsen
Compass Mandeville (LATT15)
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2513791
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.00 X 15.50
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.60 X 11.60
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18.30 X 14.20
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.60 X 16.30
Breakfast room nook
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5.50 X 9.50
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.30 X 14.00
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Plank,Simulated Wood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.70 X 18.20
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,105
- Total interior livable area: 2,468 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Space, Boat, RV Access/Parking
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.99 Acres
- Dimensions: 2 ACRES
- Features: 1 to 5 Acres, Outside City Limits
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 25714
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Acadian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Covington
- Subdivision: Alpine Village
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2025 | Sold | -- |
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| 8/13/2025 | Pending sale | $498,000$202/sqft |
Source: Latter and Blum #2513791 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Contingent | $498,000$202/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $498,000$202/sqft |
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| 7/26/2025 | Listing removed | $498,000$202/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2503389 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2025 | Price change | $498,000-4%$202/sqft |
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| 6/21/2025 | Price change | $519,000-5.3%$210/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $548,000$222/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,021 -3.5% | $24,135 |
| 2024 | $2,094 -6.6% | $24,135 |
| 2023 | $2,242 +0.6% | $24,135 |
| 2022 | $2,230 +0.2% | $24,135 |
| 2021 | $2,225 -11.1% | $24,135 -8% |
| 2020 | $2,502 +8.5% | $26,227 +8.7% |
| 2019 | $2,305 -0.1% | $24,135 |
| 2018 | $2,308 -30% | $24,135 |
| 2017 | $3,298 +41.3% | $24,135 |
| 2016 | $2,334 | $24,135 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $2,334 +4.3% | $23,096 |
| 2014 | $2,238 +1.1% | $23,096 |
| 2013 | $2,214 -9.1% | $23,096 -10.3% |
| 2011 | $2,436 -0.2% | $25,761 |
| 2010 | $2,441 | $25,761 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 70433
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10E. E. Lyon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 2.4 mi
- 4/10William Pitcher Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Covington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: stpsb.org
- Middle: stpsb.org
- High: stpsb.org
Source: GSREIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Louisiana
- Saint Tammany Parish
- Covington
- 70433
- 71409 S River Dr
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