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8 Hemlock St, Covington, GA, 30014

3beds
2baths
1,264sqft
$88,500
$70price/sqft
$781/moest. monthly cost
$31,240/yrincome needed

About This Home

Unlock the potential of this historic 3BR/2BA bungalow in the heart of Porterdale’s mill village. Built in 1906 and sitting on a 0.15-acre lot, this 1,264 sq ft home offers oversized rooms, original hardwood floors, and a covered front porch—all waiting for your vision. Recent updates include a new metal roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and windows, laying the groundwork for a full cosmetic rehab. The kitchen and bath feature tile flooring, and the layout supports both owner-occupant and rental strategies. Zoned R1 and located in a walkable, revitalizing neighborhood, this property is ideal for investors seeking value-add opportunities or buyers ready to restore character with modern comfort. No garage; street parking available. Sold as-is. Cash or renovation financing preferred. Property is being sold As-Is, no disclosures or warranties. ***Seller will pay Owner's Title Policy if the buyer elects to use seller's title company.*** Seller's Title Company: Entra Title, Jason Burge - escrow officer, 4200 Regent Blvd, Suite B200, Irving, TX 75063

Getting Around

27
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
24
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
3/10
Liberty Middle SchoolGrades 6-82.5 mi
2/10
Newton High SchoolGrades 9-122.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Fixer
  • Year built: 1906

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Wood Siding,Lap Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Other
  • Laundry features: Common Area

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedroom

  • Features: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Dining Room

  • Features: None

Features

  • Other
  • Window features: None
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
  • Fireplace features: None
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,264
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,264
  • Total interior livable area: 1,264 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: None

Master Bathroom

  • Features: None

Master Bedroom

  • Features: None
  • Level: None

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: P002000000233000
  • Special condition: Real Estate Owned
  • Other equipment: None
  • Horse amenities: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Front Porch
  • Exterior features: None
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: None
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Other
  • Waterfront features: None
  • Waterbody name: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,534 sqft
  • Features: Sloped
  • Lot size dimensions: 83x88x84x88

Parking

  • Parking features: On Street
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

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Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $447$5,364
Home Insurance *$53$636
Property Taxes $62$744
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$781$9,372
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$26,777/yr
40% on housing$23,430/yr
45% on housing$20,826/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,778Commercial: 638
Total Premiums$16.25M
Total Exposure$2.20B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 6.8%
6.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$70This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 30014$135
Newton County$140

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 30014$153
Newton County$142

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-01Price change$99,000
2026-03-13Price change$109,900
2026-02-02Price change$125,000
2025-12-15Price change$133,500
2025-11-16Listed for sale$140,000
2025-10-29Sold$402,079
2021-03-18Sold$77,000
2020-10-01Sold$59,000
2015-07-14Sold$33,500
2015-06-02Pending sale$40,000
2014-12-13Price change$40,000
2014-11-04Listed for sale$55,000
2010-04-08Sold$15,000
2009-08-18Sold$8,000
2009-03-24Sold$33,000

Unknown Listed By

AgentHarvey Johnson
BrokerageVylla Home

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