285 Chestnut Dr

Covington, GA 30016

$299,900
Price
5
Beds
2,193 Sq. Ft.
$137 / Sq. Ft.
2,193
Sq. Ft.
$137
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 285 Chestnut Drive, Covington, Georgia 30016, where a motivated seller invites all offers on this well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a partially finished third full bath in the basement. The property sits on a large, level lot with beautiful landscaping, showcasing flowering trees, shrubs, and a spacious lawn. The fully fenced backyard includes a separate dog pen, a large outbuilding, and an additional potting shed or playhouse, with extra space available for boat or trailer...Welcome to 285 Chestnut Drive, Covington, Georgia 30016, where a motivated seller invites all offers on this well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a partially finished third full bath in the basement. The property sits on a large, level lot with beautiful landscaping, showcasing flowering trees, shrubs, and a spacious lawn. The fully fenced backyard includes a separate dog pen, a large outbuilding, and an additional potting shed or playhouse, with extra space available for boat or trailer parking. Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood with strong pride of ownership and underground utilities, this home offers both comfort and functionality.
  1. Listed by JOHNNIE HOWARD • EXP Realty, LLC. • 888-959-9461

Property Details for 285 Chestnut Drive

Subdivision Complex
Chestnut Corners
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Exterior
Other
Num Of Garage Spaces
2
Num Of Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 05/14/2026 02:58 AM

Property Details for 285 Chestnut Drive

StatusActive
MLS #7736388
Days on Market63
Taxes$3,182 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2001
Lot Size0.79 AC / 34,412 SF
CountyNewton County
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Location

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Building Information for 285 Chestnut Drive

Stories1Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size0.79 AC / 34,412 SF

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$1,775 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,510

Property Taxes

$265

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 285 Chestnut Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Directions: I-20 EAST, EXIT 82 (HWY 138) TAKE RIGHT -CONTINUE STRAIGHT ON HWY 212, LEFT ON COUNTY LINE ROAD RIGHT ON CHESTNUT DRIVE
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -83.924265, 33.476762
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 0050000000222000
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 71 CHESTNUT CORNERS
  • Tax Lot: 71
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: No
  • School Bus Route High: No
  • School Bus Route Middle: No
  • Elementary School: Rocky Plains
  • High School: Alcovy
  • Middle School: Indian Creek
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Driveway Access, Finished, Partial
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Levels/Stories: One and One Half
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Sitting Room
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets White, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Main Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 0
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Lower Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: None
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: None
Property and Assessments
  • FHA Condo Approval: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Representative of Property: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1362.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 831.0
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Square Footage: 2193.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 300x300x102x101
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 285 Chestnut Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 10, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1508108294

$300,000

+11.8% / yr

May 15, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #548693768

$125,000

-0.2% / yr

Nov 30, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #423766473

$127,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/10/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1508108294

$300,000

+11.8% / yr

05/15/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #548693768

$125,000

-0.2% / yr

11/30/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #423766473

$127,000

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

Public Records for 285 Chestnut Drive

Taxable ValueLand$16,400Additions$109,120Total$125,520
Tax Record2025$3,182 ($265 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,185 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,362 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt823 SqFtStories2Lot Size34,412 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001ZoningR1CountyNEWTONAPN00500-00000-222-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 285 Chestnut Drive

This home is within Newton County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rocky Plains Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Indian Creek Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Alcovy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fairview Elementary School
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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More information about 285 Chestnut Drive, Covington, GA 30016

285 Chestnut Drive is a single family home for sale in Covington, GA 30016. This property was listed for sale on March 15, 2026 by EXP Realty, LLC., it's currently listed at $299,900. It has been on the market for a total of 63 days and was last sold on March 10, 2023. 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. 285 Chestnut Drive is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 2,193 sqft single family home built in 2001.

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