Newton County property record for 85 Russell Dr, Covington, GA 30014
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 1,040 sqft · built 1972 |
| Lot Size | 1.01 acres (43,996 sqft) |
| Owner | Owner Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $2,055 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 01140-00000-059-000 |
| Primary APN | 01140-00000-059-000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Plumbing Fixtures | 3 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,040 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,040 sqft |
| Utility Area | 54 sqft |
| Utility Room | Utility Room |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Year Built | Built 1972 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1991 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Masonry / Concrete Block |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 43,996 sqft (1.01 acres) |
| Garage Type | Carport |
| Carport | Carport |
| Carport Area | 294 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Open Porch |
|---|---|
| Porch Area | 90 sqft |
| Deck Area | 294 sqft |
| Patio Area | 294 sqft |
| Canopy | 732 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Account Number | 33959 |
|---|---|
| Old Parcel Number | 0114 059 |
| Street Address | 85 RUSSELL DR |
| City | COVINGTON |
| State | GA |
| Zip | 30014-8866 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R1 |
| Legal Description | LT 5 BLK B DIXIE ACRES |
| Legal Subdivision | MUREE DR & RUSSELL DRIVE |
| Legal Block | B |
| Legal Lot Number | 5 |
| Jurisdiction | NEWTON GA |
| Township / Civil Division | MANSFIELD |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2001 |
| Census Tract | 100204 |
The current owner of 85 Russell Dr acquired it in February 2004.
Source: Newton County records, as of December 15, 2025
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | Owner Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 85 RUSSELL DR, COVINGTON, GA 30014-8866 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Feb 23, 2004 |
| Deed Sale | Feb 23, 2004 |
| Prior Sale | Oct 28, 2003 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 0001620261 |
| Deed Book / Page | 1620 / 261 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Russell Dr was $2,055 with a homeowner's exemption, up 8.5% from the year before.
Source: Newton County assessment roll, as of July 1, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia |
| County | Newton County |
| Unified School District | Newton County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,055.00 (+8.5%) Homeowner's exemption | $88,560 (+12.61%) Land $14,000 Building $74,560 | $221,400 (+12.61%) Land $35,000 Building $186,400 |
| 2024 | $1,894.00 Homeowner's exemption | $78,640 (+15.51%) Land $14,000 Building $64,640 | $196,600 (+15.51%) Land $35,000 Building $161,600 |
| 2023 | $68,080 Land $6,400 Building $61,680 | $170,200 Land $16,000 Building $154,200 | |
| 2022 | $1,507.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 85 Russell Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 30, 2023
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 85 Russell Dr is moderate, ranking above 40% of the US, with a 0.08% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · lower than 73% of Georgia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.08% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 17 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 35 |
5G and 4G LTE (outdoors only)
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