This one-of-a-kind property features 5 acres of which most are cleared and lined with beautiful trees and foliage. 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 attached 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 8 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.
This home is in the highly-desired Lee Rd. school district, has access to high-speed Internet, and 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. Please note that this 5-acre parcel is being subdivided from a larger parcel. The draft survey attached to this listing is subject to minor changes upon final approval by the parish. This property has it all! Don't wait and schedule your showing today!
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$349,000
79205 Pat Obrien Rd, Covington, LA 70435
5beds
1,921sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New garage doorSpacious attached garageCharming ranch-style homeFresh paint throughoutWooden back deckWood-burning fireplace
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2026 at 08:23am
Listed by:
Lindsay Pons 985-400-1508,
Crescent Sotheby's Intl Realty 985-200-4802
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2544760
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.20 X 15.60
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.60 X 9.10
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.60 X 11.20
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.60 X 11.00
Bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.60 X 10.20
Den
- Description: Flooring: Brick
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 19.50 X 17.50
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Brick
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15.80 X 9.80
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10.80 X 9.00
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven, Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,921 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Wood
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: 5 acres
- Features: 1 to 5 Acres, Outside City Limits
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 79205PatOBrien5acres
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Very Good Condition
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Not a Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Covington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $182/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,262
- Annual tax amount: $3,054
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,000-35.4%$182/sqft |
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| 6/1/2025 | Listing removed | $540,000$281/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2461991 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Contingent | $540,000$281/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Price change | $540,000-2.2%$281/sqft |
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| 10/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $552,000-18.2%$287/sqft |
Source: GSREIN #2461991 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/10/2024 | Price change | $675,000-3.4%$351/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,000+133%$364/sqft |
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| 3/2/2017 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/13/2017 | Pending sale | $300,000$156/sqft |
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| 2/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $300,000$156/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,054 +12.5% | $25,326 +21.9% |
| 2023 | $2,715 | $20,772 |
| 2022 | $2,715 +0.6% | $20,772 |
| 2021 | $2,700 +0.6% | $20,772 |
| 2020 | $2,683 +28% | $20,772 +33.4% |
| 2019 | $2,096 +92.8% | $15,573 |
| 2018 | $1,087 +25.1% | $15,573 +144.8% |
| 2017 | $869 -0.4% | $6,361 |
| 2016 | $873 -3.9% | $6,361 |
| 2015 | $908 +1.1% | $6,361 |
| 2014 | $898 -1.5% | $6,361 |
| 2013 | $912 | $6,361 |
| 2012 | -- | $6,361 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,832/mo
Principal & interest
$1620
Property taxes
$212
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 70435
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lee Road Junior High SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Covington High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lee Rd.
- Middle: Lee Rd.
- High: Covington
Source: GSREIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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