$540,000

79205 Pat Obrien Rd Covington, LA 70435

$6,413
Closing credit¹
5 beds
2 full
1,921 sqft
21.5 acres
$281 / sqft
House

Property details

About 79205 Pat Obrien Rd

**PRICED BELOW APPRAISAL VALUE - MOTIVATED SELLERS** This one-of-a-kind property features over 21 gorgeous acres of which more than half are cleared. The new owners will enjoy privacy, beautiful scenery, and serenity in nature without sacrificing convenience. Downtown Covington is less than a 15-minute drive away, and the home is less than a mile from 'Barker's Corner' that offers groceries and other shopping. This charming, ranch-style home features a large living area with classic wood beams and expansive windows that overlook the wooden, back deck and stunning views of the property. It is truly a must see. The home also has 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a wood-burning fireplace, a spacious garage, and a long driveway offering privacy from the road and plenty of parking. The property also has a large, separate workshop perfect for storage and outdoor projects. Over the last 7 years, major updates were made including a new tin roof on the home and workshop, a new septic system, updated electrical, a new garage door, and fresh paint throughout. There is plenty of room to build an additional home with the option to use the existing home as a guest house. This 21+ acre property can also be subdivided to create additional investment opportunities. The possibilities are endless for this unique property. This home is in the highly-desired Lee Rd. school district, has access to high-speed Internet, and the home itself is in flood zone C (no flood insurance required). So many memories await you here. Imagine camping on your own property, family bonfires, submersing yourself in nature, escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, and the feeling of being in the country without sacrificing easy access to schools, shopping, and restaurants. This property has it all! Don't wait and schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Single Unit
Size1,921 sqft
Lot size21.53 Acres
Year built1971
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener
MLS #2461991
FireplaceWood Burning

Summary

  • MLS Number: 2461991
  • MLS Name: NOMAR
  • Office Name: Crescent Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (985) 345-6802
  • Office Email: samantha@crescentsothebysrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Lindsay Pons
  • Agent Phone: (985) 400-1508

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 06, 2017
Home Sold
$270,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$20,772$2,715
2022$20,772$2,715
2021$20,772$2,715
2020$20,772$2,699
2019$15,573$2,682
2018$15,290$2,096
2017$6,361$869

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

E.E. Lyon Elementary School

Public District PK-3

6.5 mi

1615 N Florida St

8

Abita Springs Middle School

Public District 4-6

7.0 mi

72079 Maple St

5

Pine View Middle School

Public District 4-6

7.2 mi

1200 W 27th Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,866. Typical income of Covington, LA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

34%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • DillardsDillards
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • SubaruSubaru
  • CadillacCadillac
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

Living in Covington, LA

About 79205 Pat Obrien Rd

This home is located at 79205 Pat Obrien Rd in Covington, LA and zip code 70435. This 1,921 square foot home, which was built in 1971, sits on a 21.53 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 4, 2024 and is currently priced at $540,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Covington, LA there were more than 5 sold above asking price, over 28 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. In February 2025 in Covington, LA there were 6.8% more homes for sale than in January. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 59 days, the median list price was $321,742.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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