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2218 East St SE, Covington, GA, 30014

2beds
1baths
880sqft
$259,000
$294price/sqft
$1,868/moest. monthly cost
$74,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming 1948 cottage just minutes from the Historic Covington Square! Nestled in a quiet, established neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates and an unbeatable location—walkable to shops, restaurants, and everything Covington has to offer. Step inside to a bright and inviting living space featuring original hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect setting for relaxing evenings at home. The interior and exterior have been freshly painted, offering a clean, move-in ready feel while preserving the home’s classic charm. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances—stove and dishwasher—and the washer and dryer remain with the home for added convenience. Enjoy the private backyard—ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply unwinding outdoors. A detached garage with a dedicated woodworking area provides excellent space for hobbies, storage, or projects, and the covered carport adds additional functionality. Major systems have been well maintained, including a roof approximately 5 years old, a newer water heater, and HVAC in good condition. Whether you’re looking for a starter home, downsizing opportunity, or a great investment property in a highly desirable area, this home offers incredible versatility and value in one of Covington’s most sought-after locations.

Getting Around

65
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
32
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
5/10
Cousins Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.9 mi
5/10
Eastside High SchoolGrades 9-123.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1948

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Brick 4 Sides

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: In Kitchen,Main Level

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedroom

  • Features: Master on Main

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Open Concept

Features

  • Other
  • Window features: None
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 880
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 880
  • Total interior livable area: 880 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Cabinets White, Solid Surface Counters

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Tub/Shower Combo

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Master on Main
  • Level: Master on Main

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: C019000030010A00
  • Other equipment: None
  • Horse amenities: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Other
  • Waterfront features: None
  • Waterbody name: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,712 sqft
  • Features: Landscaped,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Carport,Covered,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 1

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

  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hail
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

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Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
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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 $1,309$15,708
Home Insurance *$157$1,884
Property Taxes $183$2,196
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$1,868$22,416
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$64,045/yr
40% on housing$56,040/yr
45% on housing$49,813/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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Georgia Underwriting Association - Coastal

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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

$294This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 30014$134
Newton County$139

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-17Listed for sale$269,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKelly King
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty

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