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$309,612$130 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $800,000 on Nov 5, 2024

1659 LOWER RIVER RD

COVINGTON, GA 30016
3.5
Baths
2,376 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
10.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$310K
$287K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$800,000 · Nov 5, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,342 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$170,520 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$426,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.67
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.154 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyNEWTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.57
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Flood Plain/Flood Zone
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 374 ft²

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Heard-Mixon Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi
H
Alcovy High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
M
Indian Creek Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi

District: Newton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30016These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.66,243
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.709 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,548
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1659 Lower River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 74% of homes in Covington 30016
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Newton County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Covington 30016
  • Among the largest lots in Covington 30016
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Newton County

What homes are worth in Covington 30016

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$135K$479K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Covington 30016.

How it measures up in Covington 30016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Covington 30016.

Estimated value$309,612
CheaperTypical $270,659Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,743 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size10.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 1659 Lower River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCovington 30016Newton County
Estimated valuepricier than$309,61274% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13026% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,376 ft²78% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.57 acalmost all homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than201992% of homes93% of homes

About 1659 Lower River Rd

How much is 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA is $309,612 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $286,515 to $332,709. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA last sell?

1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA last sold on Nov 5, 2024 for $800,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA?

1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,376 square feet of living space and a 10.57-acre lot.

When was 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA built?

1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA?

1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA is assigned to Heard-Mixon Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Alcovy High School (high), rated D; Indian Creek Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Newton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA compare to other homes in Covington 30016?

Among the 21,737 homes in Covington 30016, it is worth more than 74% of them ($309,612 against a typical $270,659), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($130 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,376 ft² against a typical 1,743 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (10.57 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2019 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Newton County, it is worth more than 64% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1659 Lower River Rd, Covington, GA was $3,342. The county assessed it at $170,520.

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