A Rare Expression of History, Landscape, and Modern Living in Old Covington. An expansive property shaded by lush landscaping and ancient oaks. At its heart is a quietly charismatic 1930s bungalow, its original character thoughtfully preserved and complemented by a series of architect-designed additions and renovations. Historic details and gracious proportions coexist effortlessly with contemporary finishes and amenities. Beyond the house, the landscape unfolds as its own composition, with irrigation system, perimeter fencing, and outdoor lighting. The current owner has reimagined the grounds with an emphasis on privacy, scale, and the natural beauty of the site, introducing a beautifully appointed saltwater pool. Recent enhancements include replaced or re-finished floors, new windows throughout the home and garage, quartz counters in the kitchen and laundry room, replaced roof, and added generator. Whatever its next chapter, this is a property of uncommon provenance—one whose combination of land, architecture, and landscape would be extraordinarily difficult to replicate. Premier downtown location is minutes to fine dining, local boutiques, parks, art galleries, and all of the festivities Covington has to offer.
Active
Price cut: $100K (9/1)
$1,700,000
718 S Jahncke Ave, Covington, LA 70433
2beds
2,714sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.66 Acres Lot
$1,704,000 Zestimate®
$626/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original character thoughtfully preservedIrrigation systemBeautifully appointed saltwater poolOutdoor lightingReplaced or re-finished floorsPerimeter fencingReplaced roof
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alice McNeely 504-812-2236,
REVE, REALTORS 504-300-0700,
Rebecca Hammett 985-807-7672,
REVE, REALTORS
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2573388
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 16.2x19
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.3x12.5
Breakfast room nook
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9x10.5
Den
- Description: Flooring: Tile
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 22.3x17.8
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 16.2x12.5
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 17x14.6
Living room
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 16.7x16.3
Office
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 7.5x6
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Range
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, High Ceilings, Pantry, Stone Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,170
- Total interior livable area: 2,714 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, One Space
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Sound System
- Pool features: In Ground, Salt Water
Lot
- Size: 0.66 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 240
- Features: City Lot, Oversized Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 20584
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Covington
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $626/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $830,833
- Annual tax amount: $8,101
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
Estimated market value
$1,704,000
$1.62M - $1.79M
$2,086/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $1,700,000-5.6%$626/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+87.5%$663/sqft |
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| 12/28/2021 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/11/2021 | Pending sale | $959,900$354/sqft |
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| 10/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $959,900$354/sqft |
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| 8/24/2011 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,101 -4% | $83,083 |
| 2024 | $8,435 +32.1% | $83,083 +38.1% |
| 2023 | $6,385 | $60,179 |
| 2022 | $6,385 +30.5% | $60,179 +20.7% |
| 2021 | $4,893 -0.3% | $49,844 |
| 2020 | $4,910 +47.5% | $49,844 +53.4% |
| 2019 | $3,328 -0.1% | $32,502 |
| 2018 | $3,333 -17.8% | $32,502 |
| 2017 | $4,055 -0.5% | $32,502 |
| 2016 | $4,074 | $32,502 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $4,074 +1.8% | $31,102 |
| 2014 | $4,001 +1% | $31,102 |
| 2013 | $3,962 +30.6% | $31,102 +32.2% |
| 2011 | $3,034 -0.2% | $23,528 |
| 2010 | $3,040 | $23,528 |
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