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85 Goldfinch Drive, Covington, GA 30016

  • 3bd
  • 2ba
  • 1,372SF
  • 0.81ac lot

Single-family homeDeer Ridge

List price

$264,900

$193/SF list

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FMLS IDXFMLS #7807117 · Listing Provided By Mark Spain Real Estate · 770-886-9000 · Listing agent Mark Spain

Location

85 Goldfinch Drive, Covington GA 30016

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About this home

Welcome to this charming ranch home nestled on a spacious, private lot in the established Deer Ridge community of Covington. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a comfortable, open layout featuring a cozy family room with a fireplace, a bright kitchen with ample cabinets and counter space, a dining area, and a convenient laundry room. The split-bedroom floor plan provides added privacy. The spacious owner's suite features a walk-in closet and a private bath. Two additional bedrooms share a convenient hall bathroom, providing flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Enjoy outdoor living on the back patio overlooking the large backyard perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or gardening. An attached two-car garage adds convenience, and the generous lot offers plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major highways, this home is an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking peaceful suburban living. No HOA. Schedule your private showing today!

How this list price compares in Covington

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type
Single-family home
Status
Active
Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Living area
1,372 SF
Lot size
0.81 acres
Year built
1996
Levels
One
Main-level bedrooms
3
Garage spaces
2
Parking
Assigned, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Style
Ranch
Construction
HardiPlank Type, Stone
Roof
Shingle
Flooring
Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Lot
Other
Community
Near Schools, Near Shopping, Street Lights
HOA
No
Annual tax
$2,664 (2025)
County
Newton

Assigned schools

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.

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Estimated monthly payment

$2,084/mo

Principal and interest
$1,638
Property tax
$222
Home insurance
$125
Mortgage insurance
$99
Loan amount
$238,410
Cash down
$26,490

This is an estimate only. Not a lender, not a loan offer and not a rate quote. Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS weekly average for 2026-10-22: 30-yr 7.32%, 15-yr 6.68%. Tax uses the annual tax amount in the listing; insurance assumes $1,500 a year. Conventional adds 0.5% a year mortgage insurance under 20% down; FHA uses 3.5% minimum down, a 1.75% upfront premium financed and 0.55% a year MIP; VA adds a 2.15% funding fee financed under 5% down and no monthly MI. Talk to a licensed lender for a real quote.

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