72588 Military Rd

Covington, LA 70435

$995,000
Last List Price
4
Beds
3,608 Sq. Ft.
$276 / Sq. Ft.
3,608
Sq. Ft.
$276
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/30/25
Closed 10/30/25

Description

Welcome to the Blue Cottage! Enter this special property through a canopy of trees opening to the expansive 2+ acres of land. The 1895 original Blue Cottage was damaged in Katrina and the previous owners rebuilt, replicated and enhanced the wooden exterior and appearance of the home. The interior was built with materials duplicating the same quality of the original structure including 9.9 foot high ceilings, five inch heart of pine floors and architectural copies of the ceiling and floor moldings....Welcome to the Blue Cottage! Enter this special property through a canopy of trees opening to the expansive 2+ acres of land. The 1895 original Blue Cottage was damaged in Katrina and the previous owners rebuilt, replicated and enhanced the wooden exterior and appearance of the home. The interior was built with materials duplicating the same quality of the original structure including 9.9 foot high ceilings, five inch heart of pine floors and architectural copies of the ceiling and floor moldings. This special 4 bedroom, 3 bath home features a front and rear porches, an inviting foyer leading to a floor plan with open living room/dining room area adjacent to the gourmet kitchen, butler's pantry and family room with wet bar. Highlights of the kitchen are a center island, stone counters, custom cabinetry and stainless appliances. The family room with fireplace is light filled with glass doors opening to a delightful screened porch overlooking the landscaped vista of manicured rear yard and free form pond. The primary bedroom, walk in closet and luxurious primary bath with walk in shower and large bath tub represent one wing of luxury and privacy. 3 additional and 2 baths offer their own area for family and friends. A few steps away, a large detached 3 car garage provides convenience and a workshop area. This well located home is only a short distance to vibrant Downtown Covington with all the shopping, restaurants and entertainment areas so well loved by Northshore residents and visitors! Don't miss this opportunity to make this one of a kind property your own!
  1. Listed by Polly Eagan • KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 455-0100
    P: (504)-452-3571 C: (504)-452-3571 pollyeagan@gmail.com

Property Details for 72588 Military Road

Architectural Style
Acadian Style
Subdivision Name
Not a Subdivision
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
LISTING UPDATED: 10/30/2025 05:41 PM

Property Details for 72588 Military Road

StatusClosed
MLS #2461083
Days on Market428
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family / Single Family Home
Year Built2006
Lot Size2.20 AC / 95,832 SF
CountySt. Tammany Parish
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Building Information for 72588 Military Road

Stories1Year Built2006Building Size-Lot Size2.20 AC / 95,832 SF

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Property Information for 72588 Military Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 190 to Claiborne Hill, Right on Military Rd (Hwy 21), Property on the right at the Blue Cottage sign. Bounding Streets: Hwy 190, Hwy 36
  • Latitude: 30.49
  • Longitude: -90.08
  • MLS Area Minor: ST. TAMMANY
  • Year Built: 2,006
  • In City Limits: No
Parking
  • Parking Features: 3 Car, Detached, Driveway, Garage
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: Subd Acreage
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: Lots 3 & 4, Block 3 of Garland's Covington and Claiborne Addition, Sect 42, T6S, R 11E, Greensburg Dist
  • Tax Lot: 3 & 4
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 5320.0
  • Living Area: 3608.0
  • Living Area Source: Measured
  • Lot Features: Rear Yard Vehicle Access
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.2
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200 x 469/470.7
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Sub Type: Single Family Home
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • GS Utilities Gas: Other Gas
  • EL Utilities Elec: CLECO
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Generator: Whole House, Porch
  • Fencing: Other, Partial, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio: Brick, Patio: Oversized
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Partial: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Multi Units
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Heating: 2 or More Units, Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Bathrooms Display: 3/0
Room Information
Room Information
  • BA Master Bath: MBA Tub: Jetted
  • KF Kitchen Features: Counters Stone,Pantry

Property History for 72588 Military Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
Oct 2, 2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
Oct 2, 2025

Contract Out

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
Jul 31, 2024

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2461083

$995,000—
Apr 22, 2005

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO558784

—
Jan 9, 2005

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #NO558784

—
Jun 14, 2004

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO558784

$349,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Sold

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
10/02/2025

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
10/02/2025

Contract Out

ROAM MLS #2461083

—
07/31/2024

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO2461083

$995,000
04/22/2005

Sold

ROAM MLS #NO558784

—
01/09/2005

Contract Signed

ROAM MLS #NO558784

—
06/14/2004

Listed (Active)

ROAM MLS #NO558784

$349,500

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Schools near 72588 Military Road

This home is within St. Tammany Parish School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
E. E. Lyon Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Pine View Middle School
Public - 4 to 6
William Pitcher Junior High School
Public - 7 to 8
Covington High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
E. E. Lyon Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Pine View Middle School
Public4 to 6

William Pitcher Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Covington High School
Public9 to 12

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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