Discover this prime 12.32-acre parcel at 12956 and 12994 Highway 278 in Covington, GA, consisting of two adjoining lots (6.20 and 6.12 acres) in Tier 1 of the Brick Store Overlay District and Live/Work Area. Ideal for an upscale single-family subdivision with 12-16 premium homes (minimum 0.75-acre lots, 1,800 sq. ft. dwellings) or mixed-use development including a 1.5-acre commercial node with a Conditional Use Permit. Per current Overlay standards, the project requires 50-foot setbacks, 10% open space (1.23 acres), and 5% enhanced common areas (0.62 acres). Benefit from Highway 278 visibility, a high-income demographic, and future water/sewer availability (nearest sewer line approximately 2500 ft away) for higher-density options in this development node. Architectural standards mandate brick/stone exteriors and historic rural features, appealing to affluent buyers. Located in a designated growth node per Newton County’s Future Land Use Plan, near the upcoming Rivian EV manufacturing plant (7,500 jobs by 2028) and Stanton Springs industrial park (home to Meta’s data center and Takeda’s medical facility), this unified parcel offers strong investment potential. Sold together for a cohesive project-don’t miss this opportunity in East Newton County’s coveted market. Contact us today!
Property Details
Price:
$250,000
MLS #:
7662675
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Land
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Listed Date:
Sep 24, 2025
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Schools
Elementary School:
East Newton
Middle School:
Indian Creek
High School:
Eastside
Interior
Exterior
Community Features
None
Other Structures
None
Security Features
None
Financial
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$1,088
Map
Community
- Address12956 Highway 278 Social Circle GA
- SubdivisionNone
- CitySocial Circle
- CountyNewton – GA
- Zip Code30025
Subdivisions in Social Circle
- 30025
- Alcovy Ridge
- Azalea Farms
- Conner Springs
- Connor Springs
- Creekside@Riverstone
- Dove Landing
- Dove Landing I
- Hard Labor Creek Farms
- Hawks Crossing
- Historic Social Circle
- J H Stephens Prop Su
- Laurel Oaks II
- Little River
- Little River Estates
- Lot 25
- Quail Valley
- River Cove
- River Cove Meadows
- RURAL AREA 4-04000
- The Meadows
- Town Park
- Willow Wood
- Willow Woods
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Land in Social Circle as of Oct 13, 2025
11
Land Listed
110
Avg DOM
$719,455
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the None subdivision, 12956 Highway 278 Social Circle GA is a Land for sale in Social Circle, GA, 30025. It is listed for $250,000 and features 12 acres.
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