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718 S Jahncke Avenue

Covington, LA 70433
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Bed 2

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Bath 2

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SqFt2,714

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Acres0.99

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A Rare Expression of History, Landscape, and Modern Living in Old Covington. There are properties that are beautiful, and then there are properties with a sense of place so special they seem to belong to another era. This extraordinary offering in Old Covington is one of the latter—an expansive, deeply rooted property encompassing +/- one acre, shaded by a remarkable collection of registered ancient oaks. At its heart is a quietly charismatic 1930s bungalow, its original character thoughtfully preserved and complemented by a series of architect-designed additions and renovations. The result is of continuity rather than contrast: a home that respects its history while embracing the way we live today. Historic details and gracious proportions coexist effortlessly with contemporary finish es and amenities. Beyond the house, the landscape unfolds as its own composition. The current owner has reimagined the grounds with an emphasis on privacy, scale, and the natural beauty of the site, introducing a beautifully appointed saltwater pool, expansive manicured lawns, and intimate garden spaces beneath a canopy of mature oaks. The effect is distinctly bucolic—a private retreat that feels both timeless and entirely of its place. Recent interior enhancements bring an additional layer of refinement, creating a residence that is beautifully appointed and ready for contemporary living without sacrificing the patina, warmth, and soul that make historic homes so compelling. With its extraordinary acreage, mature landscape, architectural pedigree, and rare proximity to the character and amenities of Old Covington, the property offers something increasingly elusive: space with history, privacy with presence, and the freedom to imagine what comes next. It could remain a singular legacy residence, evolve into a remarkable family compound, or offer possibilities for thoughtful future development. Whatever its next chapter, this is a property of uncommon provenance—one whose combination of land, architecture, and landscape would be extraordinarily difficult to replicate.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,750,000

AD Id : 89413472

MLS Id : 2571357

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.99 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,714

Year Built : 1936

County : Saint Tammany

Subdivision: Covington

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 8

    Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    CathedralCeilings, CentralVacuum, HighCeilings, Pantry, StoneCounters, StainlessSteelAppliances, VaultedCeilings
    Roof: Shingle
    Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, IceMaker, Microwave, Oven, Range
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: CentralAir

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1936
    Building Area Total: 3170
    Stories: 1
    Patio And Porch Features: Covered
    Pool Features: InGround, SaltWater
    Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Fence, SprinklerIrrigation, SoundSystem

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 120x240/120x120 Main Square Feet: 0.99 Lot Size Acres: 0.99 Lot Description: CornerLot,CityLot,OversizedLot

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Covington Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Detached Levels: One Property Age: 90

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $2750000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 20584 Tax Legal Desc: LOT MEAS 120 X 240 SQ 27 WEAVER ADD CB 1059 886 INST NO 1450735 INST NO 1753648 INST NO 1824943 N W 25 OF SQ 27 WEAVER ADD CB 862 544 548 CB 1122 658

  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Public Security Features: ClosedCircuitCameras,FireSprinklerSystem
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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/12/2026 @ 18:41

MLS: 2571357 LISTED BY: Alice McNeely, REVE, REALTORS 504-300-0700 SOURCE: NOMAR

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