416 S AMERICA Street, Covington, LA 70433 (MLS# NO2546651)

416 S AMERICA Street, Covington, LA 70433

$4,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 12,953 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 277,042 Status: Active
Current Price: $4,995,000 List Date: 3/10/2026 Last Modified: 4/25/2026

Overview

Description

Nestled on the Bogue Falaya River, this nearly 9,000 sq ft historic estate sits on just over 6 private acres on a coveted corner of S America Street in downtown Covington. A timeless iconic piece of Covington history, the home blends grand-scale living with intimate, private grounds featuring mature azaleas and camellias, and trails winding to the river. The 1984 renovation, expertly executed by George Hopkins, preserved the mansion's historic essence while updating its comforts. Key features include: The almost 100-year-old mansion with stately presence and rich historical details, including wood-paneled rooms and a barrel-ceilinged upstairs living area that opens to a fabulous terrace. Generous living spaces upstairs and downstairs, ideal for entertaining, with easy flow to indoor and outdoor areas. Oversized kitchen designed for serious cooking and gatherings, plus a large private primary suite for a resort-like retreat. Reclaimed ironwork from a New Orleans building and bricks from ...

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Listing Details MLS# NO2546651

Listing Info

Delayed Marketing
No
Listing Price
4995000
List Price/SqFt
578.86
Type
Single Family Residence
Document Modified
2026-03-10 14:13:36.919319
Modification Timestamp
2026-04-25T00:15:42Z
Photo Modified
2026-03-24T20:07:49Z

Location Tax Legal Info

Street Number
416
Dir
S
Street Name
AMERICA Street
Parish
St. Tammany
State
LA
Zip Code
70433
Tax Assessment Number
20404
Directions
North on S Jahncke Ave, Left on E 17th Ave, Left on S America St, House on Right. Bounding Streets: E 17th Ave

General Property Description

# Bedrooms
6
Baths - Full
8
Total Baths
8
SqFt - Living
8629
SqFt - Total
12953
SqFt - Source
Measured
Stories
2
Year Built
1937
Acres
6.36
Acreage Range
6 - 10.99
Lot Dimensions
6.36 Acres

Originating Details

Originating System ID
ROAMM
Originating System Key
57314993
Originating System Listing ID
2546651
Originating System Name
ROAM Matrix

Location, Tax & Legal Info

Legal Desc
As Per Title

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
Nestled on the Bogue Falaya River, this nearly 9,000 sq ft historic estate sits on just over 6 private acres on a coveted corner of S America Street in downtown Covington. A timeless iconic piece of Covington history, the home blends grand-scale living with intimate, private grounds featuring mature azaleas and camellias, and trails winding to the river. The 1984 renovation, expertly executed by George Hopkins, preserved the mansion's historic essence while updating its comforts. Key features include: The almost 100-year-old mansion with stately presence and rich historical details, including wood-paneled rooms and a barrel-ceilinged upstairs living area that opens to a fabulous terrace. Generous living spaces upstairs and downstairs, ideal for entertaining, with easy flow to indoor and outdoor areas. Oversized kitchen designed for serious cooking and gatherings, plus a large private primary suite for a resort-like retreat. Reclaimed ironwork from a New Orleans building and bricks from the original Charity Hospital, infusing historic charm throughout. Working elevator enhances accessibility across all levels. Private, serene grounds with lush old-growth plantings and direct river access, plus a pool fed by an artesian well for refreshing outdoor enjoyment. Prime Covington location: walkable to shops, dining and local culture, yet incredibly private. This home offers a rare combination of historic elegance, modern comforts, and outdoor allure--a true landmark on Covington's riverfront. This one of a kind estate is ready for new memories and a new owner to invest in its next chapter while preserving its storied past.

More Information

Office/Member/Contract Info

List AOR
NOMAR

Style

Colonial
Yes

Parking

RV Access/Parking
Yes

Construction

Brick
Yes

Foundation

Slab
Yes

Exterior

Balcony
Yes

Fireplace

Gas Log
Yes

Roof

Composition
Yes

Interior

Guest Suite
Yes

Cooling

2 or More Units
Yes

Appliances

Refrigerator
Yes

Waterfront

Bayou/River
Yes
Dock/Mooring
Yes

Amenities

Acreage
Yes
Elevator
Yes

Lot

Water Frontage
Yes

Pool

Inground
Yes

Property Features

Style: Colonial Parking: RV Access/Parking Construction: Brick Foundation: Slab Roof: Composition Interior: Guest Suite Fireplace: Gas Log Cooling: 2 or More Units Appliances: Refrigerator Lot: Water Frontage Amenities: Acreage; Elevator Exterior: Balcony Waterfront: Bayou/River; Dock/Mooring Pool: Inground

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Remarks
Bedroom 1 13.90 14.60 Bedroom
Living Room 19.90 30.80 Living Room
Living Room 19.90 30.80 Living Room
Bedroom 2 15.80 15.70 Bedroom
Kitchen 8.00 11.90 Kitchen
Kitchen 8.00 11.90 Kitchen
Kitchen 29.20 25.30 Kitchen
Kitchen 29.20 25.30 Kitchen
Bedroom 3 13.50 15.70 Bedroom
Bedroom 4 19.30 17.00 Bedroom
Foyer 19.90 13.10 Foyer
Foyer 19.90 13.10 Foyer
Family Room 40.80 24.90 Family Room
Family Room 40.80 24.90 Family Room
Primary Bedroom 18.70 24.40 Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom 18.70 24.40 Primary Bedroom
Dining Room 29.20 17.30 Dining Room
Dining Room 29.20 17.30 Dining Room
Bedroom 5 13.50 15.70 Bedroom
Bedroom 6 13.90 14.60 Bedroom
Bedroom 7 9.70 12.70 Bedroom
Bedroom 8 9.70 12.70 Bedroom
IDX
Listing Office: Crescent Sotheby's Intl Realty
Last Updated: April - 25 - 2026
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