718 S Jahncke Avenue, Covington, LA 70433
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718 S Jahncke Avenue,Covington, LA 70433
$2,750,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,714 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: alice mcneely, rebecca hammett
Office: reve, realtors
MLS#:2571357
Source:LA_GSREIN
Price summary
- Price:$2,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$867.51
About this home
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 finishes 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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Home facts
- Year built:1929
- Subdivision & Development:Covington
- Listing ID #:2571357
- Added:2 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 13, 2026 at 03:39 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:8
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Range
- Living area:2,714 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Heating
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1929
- Building area:2,714 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.99 Acres
- Lot Features:City Lot, Corner Lot, Oversized Lot
- Architectural Style:Cottage
- Exterior Features:Covered, Fence, Sound System, Sprinkler/Irrigation
- Foundation Description:Raised
- Levels:1 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$867.51
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range
- Amenities:Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(S)
- Pool features:In Ground, Salt Water
Parking
- Parking description:Detached, Off Street, One Space
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