8196 Lakeview Dr SW

$270,000
Price
1,670 Sq. Ft.
$162 / Sq. Ft.
1,670
Sq. Ft.
$162
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming Covington Home Near the Square! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering 1,670 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. Located just minutes from the vibrant Covington Square filled with restaurants, shops, and small-town charm. Step inside to find new LVP flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated light fixtures, and new window treatments. The renovated kitchen features freshly painted cabinets, new granite countertops, subway tile backsplash,...Charming Covington Home Near the Square! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering 1,670 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. Located just minutes from the vibrant Covington Square filled with restaurants, shops, and small-town charm. Step inside to find new LVP flooring throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated light fixtures, and new window treatments. The renovated kitchen features freshly painted cabinets, new granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and a brand-new oven/range combo-perfect for the home chef. A separate dining room provides ample space for entertaining guests. The flexible bonus room can be used as an office, playroom, or sunroom. Enjoy peace of mind with a newer HVAC system and a resurfaced carport. Situated on a level lot with three sides brick, this home also includes a convenient storage shed to store lawn equipment and tools. Don't miss your chance-schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Dara Harper • Joe Stockdale Real Estate, LLC

Property Details for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

Subdivision Complex
Lakeview/Westview Drive Area
Architectural Style
Ranch
Exterior
Other
Parking Features
Carport, Kitchen Level
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2025 08:00 AM

Property Details for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #7671901
Days on Market74
Taxes$1,608 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1957
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF
CountyNewton County

Location

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Building Information for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

Stories1Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,552 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,450 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,316

Property Taxes

$134

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: GPS friendly. Use address 8196 Lakeview Dr. SW Covington, GA 30014
  • Lake Name: None
  • View: Other
  • Coordinates: -83.882353, 33.588198
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: C045000010001000
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: .38AC BLK 1 LAKEVIEW DR
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Porterdale
  • High School: Newton
  • Middle School: Clements
Parking
  • # of Carport Spaces: 6
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Appliances: Gas Oven
  • Basement: None
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Foundation: Block
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 2
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Brick 3 Sides
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Other
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Other
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Natural Gas Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 220 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 1670.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #349922086

$30,000—
Feb 1, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #423610772

$30,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #349922086

$30,000
02/01/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #423610772

$30,000

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

Public Records for 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$12,800Additions$72,960Total$85,760
Tax Record2025$2,551 ($213 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,670 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,670 SqFtStories1Lot Size16,553 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1989ZoningR1CountyNEWTONAPNC0450-00010-001-000

Schools near 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest

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
Porterdale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Clements Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newton 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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8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest is a single family home for sale in Covington, GA 30014. This property was listed for sale on October 26, 2025 by Joe Stockdale Real Estate, LLC, it's currently listed at $270,000. It has been on the market for a total of 74 days and was last sold on February 1, 2013. This listing's school district is Newton County School District. Nearby schools include Porterdale Elementary School, Clements Middle School and Newton High School. 8196 Lakeview Drive Southwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,670 sqft single family home built in 1957.

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