Newton County property record for 2178 Thompson Ave SE, Covington, GA 30014
| Property Type | Duplex |
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| Details | 2 ba · 1,728 sqft · built 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.319 acres (13,939 sqft) |
| Owner | Owner Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $3,463 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone AE (high risk) |
| APN | C0190-00020-001-000 |
| Primary APN | C0190-00020-001-000 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
|---|---|
| Plumbing Fixtures | 12 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,728 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 3,456 sqft |
| Flooring | Softwood |
| Interior Walls | Plaster |
| Year Built | Built 1920 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1980 |
| Exterior Material | Vinyl |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Lot Area | 13,939 sqft (0.319 acres) |
| Porch | Open Porch |
|---|---|
| Porch Area | 372 sqft |
| Deck Area | 80 sqft |
| Patio Area | 80 sqft |
| Total Buildings | 2 Buildings |
| Cooling System | Central |
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| Heating System | Central |
| Account Number | 37821 |
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| Old Parcel Number | C019 0002 001 |
| Street Address | 2178 THOMPSON AVE SE |
| City | COVINGTON |
| State | GA |
| Zip | 30014-2819 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | R1 |
| Legal Description | .32AC 2170 THOM/2178-2180 |
| Legal Subdivision | COVINGTON MULTI-FAMILY EASTWARD |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON GA |
| Township / Civil Division | COVINGTON-PORTERDALE |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3047 |
| Census Tract | 100302 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Covington Historic District listed 1998 · 612 contributing resources · NRIS 98000969 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
The current owner of 2178 Thompson Ave SE acquired it in December 2011.
Source: Newton County records, as of December 15, 2025
| Owner of Record | Owner Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 1587, WATKINSVILLE, GA 30677-0032 |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | Dec 9, 2011 |
| Transfer Doc | 0029600212 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 2178 Thompson Ave SE was $3,463.
Source: Newton County assessment roll, as of July 1, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia |
| Municipality | Covington City |
| County | Newton County |
| Unified School District | Newton County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,463.00 | $116,440 Land $22,400 Building $94,040 | $291,100 Land $56,000 Building $235,100 |
| 2023 | $86,440 Land $8,000 Building $78,440 | $216,100 Land $20,000 Building $196,100 | |
| 2022 | $2,627.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 2178 Thompson Ave SE in Zone AE, a high-risk flood area within the regulatory floodway; flood insurance is required for federally backed loans.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 30, 2023 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone AE high risk |
|---|---|
| 100-Year Floodplain | Yes 1% annual chance |
| Floodway | Yes |
| Base Flood Elevation | Varies along the reach; see FIRM |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Required federally backed loans |
| Community Rating System | Class 8 (10% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 2178 Thompson Ave SE is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 95% of the US · lower than 98.2% of Georgia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | COVINGTON serves 14,391 people · EPA ID GA2170001 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from several systems |
| Last State Inspection | Dec 2023 |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 201 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T DSL · Fiber in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: ClearWave, Xfinity.
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