2498 Highway 212

2,262 Sq. Ft.
$157 / Sq. Ft.
2,262
Sq. Ft.
$157
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spacious four-sided brick home on a private 2.3 acre lot featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. A grand foyer with staircase welcomes you at entry. The main living area offers a large family room with wood burning fireplace and views toward the kitchen and breakfast area. The eat-in kitchen provides plenty of space for everyday living and gatherings, along with a separate formal dining room. The primary suite is located on the main level and includes a soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity, and...Spacious four-sided brick home on a private 2.3 acre lot featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. A grand foyer with staircase welcomes you at entry. The main living area offers a large family room with wood burning fireplace and views toward the kitchen and breakfast area. The eat-in kitchen provides plenty of space for everyday living and gatherings, along with a separate formal dining room. The primary suite is located on the main level and includes a soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity, and walk-in closet. Upstairs you will find additional bedrooms with generous closet space and flexible layout options. A dedicated media room adds extra room for recreation or hobbies. The property is gated and includes well water, garden space, abundant privacy, and no HOA. Ready for its next owner to add personal touches and make it their own. Schedule your private tour today!
  1. Listed by Dakota Bradley • Brokerage DRE #77209 • Keller Williams Greater Athens • dakotabradley@kw.com

Property Details for 2498 Highway 212

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
West Forest Estate
Waterfront
No
Zoning
R1
LISTING UPDATED: 03/09/2026 10:52 AM

Property Details for 2498 Highway 212

StatusActive
MLS #CL347926
Days on Market44
Taxes$3,567 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2002
Lot Size2.30 AC / 100,188 SF
CountyNewton County

Location

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Building Information for 2498 Highway 212

Stories2Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size2.30 AC / 100,188 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,020 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,723

Property Taxes

$297

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2498 Highway 212

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13217
  • Directions: From GA-20 in Covington, travel southeast on Highway 212. Continue past Brown Bridge Rd. Property will be on the right along Highway 212.
  • Latitude: 33
  • Longitude: -84
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 0051000000006C00
  • Tax Legal Description: 2.30AC HWY 212
  • Tax Lot: 38
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Style: Traditional
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.3
  • Lot Size Area: 2.3
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 100188.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2262.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Rooms Total: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 2498 Highway 212

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 26, 2026

Price Change

NCRMLS #CL347926

$355,000—
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL347926

$369,000—
Feb 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10682077

$369,000—
May 21, 2025

Expired

GAMLS #10508518

$299,000—
May 21, 2025

Expired

FMLS #7567457

$299,000—
May 2, 2025

Pending

GAMLS #10508518

—
May 2, 2025

Pending

FMLS #7567457

—
Apr 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10508518

$299,000—
Apr 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

FMLS #7567457

$299,000—
Mar 10, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #590272551

$170,000—
Mar 10, 2017

Sold

GAMLS #8125222

$170,000—
Mar 10, 2017

Sold

FMLS #5797755

$170,000—
Feb 21, 2017

Pending

GAMLS #8125222

—
Feb 21, 2017

Pending

FMLS #5797755

—
Jan 26, 2017

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #8125222

$180,000—
Jan 26, 2017

Listed (Active)

FMLS #5797755

$180,000—
Oct 21, 2013

Expired

GAMLS #7129611

$149,000—
Oct 20, 2013

Expired

FMLS #5174943

$155,000—
Jul 20, 2013

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #7129611

$155,000—
Jul 20, 2013

Listed (Active)

FMLS #5174943

$155,000—
Jul 1, 2013

Expired

GAMLS #7029664

$160,000—
Dec 20, 2012

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #7029664

$179,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/26/2026

Price Change

NCRMLS #CL347926

$355,000
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #CL347926

$369,000
02/02/2026

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10682077

$369,000
05/21/2025

Expired

GAMLS #10508518

$299,000
05/21/2025

Expired

FMLS #7567457

$299,000
05/02/2025

Pending

GAMLS #10508518

—
05/02/2025

Pending

FMLS #7567457

—
04/25/2025

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #10508518

$299,000
04/25/2025

Listed (Active)

FMLS #7567457

$299,000
03/10/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #590272551

$170,000
03/10/2017

Sold

GAMLS #8125222

$170,000
03/10/2017

Sold

FMLS #5797755

$170,000
02/21/2017

Pending

GAMLS #8125222

—
02/21/2017

Pending

FMLS #5797755

—
01/26/2017

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #8125222

$180,000
01/26/2017

Listed (Active)

FMLS #5797755

$180,000
10/21/2013

Expired

GAMLS #7129611

$149,000
10/20/2013

Expired

FMLS #5174943

$155,000
07/20/2013

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #7129611

$155,000
07/20/2013

Listed (Active)

FMLS #5174943

$155,000
07/01/2013

Expired

GAMLS #7029664

$160,000
12/20/2012

Listed (Active)

GAMLS #7029664

$179,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2498 Highway 212

Taxable ValueLand$14,000Additions$138,600Total$152,600
Tax Record2025$3,562 ($297 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,262 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,262 SqFtStories2Lot Size100,188 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002ZoningR1CountyNEWTONAPN00510-00000-006-C00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2498 Highway 212

This home is within Newton County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Rocky Plains Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Indian Creek Middle School
Public6 to 8

Alcovy High School
Public9 to 12

Fairview Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2498 Highway 212 is a single family home for sale in Covington, GA 30016. This property was listed for sale on February 2, 2026 by Keller Williams Greater Athens, it's currently listed at $355,000. It has been on the market for a total of 44 days and was last sold on March 10, 2017. This listing's school district is Newton County School District. Nearby schools include Rocky Plains Elementary School, Indian Creek Middle School and Alcovy High School. 2498 Highway 212 is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,262 sqft single family home built in 2002.

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