SOLD DEC 10, 2025

Off Market Dec 2025 for $425K

$524,145

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,709/mo

•

1,780

sq ft

197 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

About this home

Turnkey STR Investment or Private Mountain Retreat – Cherry Lake Community. Discover this story telling enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom fully furnished cabin in the desirable Cherry Lake community, where rustic charm meets modern comfort on just under 2 private wooded acres. Perfect as a personal getaway or a proven short-term rental income property, this home offers both lifestyle and investment appeal. The exterior boasts a durable metal roof, wood siding with stone accents, and a spacious concrete driveway with parking for up to five vehicles plus a two-car carport—ideal for hosting family and guests. Step inside to soaring windows that fill the home with natural light, a well-equipped kitchen, cozy dining area, and inviting living space. The main level features a guest bedroom, full bath, and convenient laundry. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a jetted garden tub with a rain shower above and additional washer/dryer hookups. Outside, enjoy three expansive decks, a relaxing hot tub, two fire pit areas, and a fun game room—all designed for entertaining and guest enjoyment. Additional features include a Generac generator, low HOA fees ($300/year for road maintenance), and access to Cherry Lake. Just 17 minutes to Blue Ridge and 20 minutes to Ellijay, this cabin is ideally situated for year-round rental demand. Whether you're seeking a tranquil mountain retreat or a high-performing STR, this Cherry Log gem delivers both lasting memories and strong rental returns.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

1.7 acresLot Size

$294Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kendall Wiseley • BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay

Bought with Edward Schaack • eXp Realty, LLC

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•Source:NEGBOR #418723

Redfin Estimate

$524,145

$99K since sold in December 2025$1,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 24% higher than the average sale price ($423K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$430,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,656 sq ft
97 Doyle Carder Pkwy, Cherry Log, GA 30522
SOLD DEC 10, 2025
$425,600
B
2 beds2 baths1,780 sq ft
197 Smith Hill Rd Unit 139,140, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$400,000
C
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
90 Dupont Dr, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
SOLD MAR 10, 2026
$430,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,024 sq ft
638 Cohutta Mountain Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30522
SOLD FEB 24, 2026
$452,500
E
2 beds2 baths892 sq ft
152 Broken Arrow Path, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
SOLD FEB 19, 2026
$398,000
F
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
688 Little Bushy Head Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

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Market trends in 30513, GA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.2%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$547K

$19K MoM

Avg. days on market

58d

27 days MoM

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116

1 MoM

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Sale history for 197 Smith Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

NEGBOR #418723

Dec 10, 2025

Sold

$425,600

$239/sq ft

Nov 3, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 30, 2025

Relisted

—

Oct 23, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 11, 2025

Listed

$449,900

$253/sq ft

NEGBOR #411249

Sep 6, 2025

Delisted

—

Feb 13, 2025

Relisted

—

Jan 20, 2025

Price Changed

$460,000

$258/sq ft

Oct 31, 2024

Listed

$499,629

$281/sq ft

FMLS #7481867

Sep 8, 2025

Listing Removed

—

Feb 13, 2025

Relisted

—

Jan 20, 2025

Price Changed

$460,000

$258/sq ft

Oct 31, 2024

Listed

$499,629

$281/sq ft

FMLS #7422373

Aug 6, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Jul 10, 2024

Listed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

GAMLS #10317987

Aug 5, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Jun 12, 2024

Listed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

FMLS #7382944

Jul 16, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Jun 13, 2024

Relisted

—

Jun 9, 2024

Listing Removed

—

May 1, 2024

Listed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

NEGBOR #404390

Jun 4, 2024

Listed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

FMLS #7372837

May 6, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Apr 8, 2024

Listed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

GAMLS #10261789

Jun 3, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Apr 16, 2024

Price Changed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

Mar 15, 2024

Price Changed

$524,900

$295/sq ft

Mar 3, 2024

Listed

$544,900

$306/sq ft

NEGBOR #330150

Apr 16, 2024

Price Changed

$499,900

$281/sq ft

Mar 15, 2024

Price Changed

$524,900

$295/sq ft

Mar 1, 2024

Price Changed

$544,900

$306/sq ft

Feb 27, 2024

Relisted

—

Nov 28, 2023

Listed

$549,900

$309/sq ft

GAMLS #10224564

Jan 3, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Aug 24, 2023

Listed

$549,900

$309/sq ft

NEGBOR #327914

Nov 28, 2023

Delisted

—

Aug 24, 2023

Listed

$549,900

$309/sq ft

GAMLS #10202062

Oct 31, 2023

Listing Removed

—

Aug 24, 2023

Listed

$549,900

$309/sq ft

NEGBOR #324073

Jul 19, 2023

Delisted

—

Jun 7, 2023

Price Changed

$599,900

$337/sq ft

Apr 26, 2023

Price Changed

$609,000

$342/sq ft

Apr 10, 2023

Listed

$624,900

$351/sq ft

GAMLS #10128808

Jul 18, 2023

Listing Removed

—

Jun 7, 2023

Price Changed

$599,900

$337/sq ft

Mar 7, 2023

Price Changed

$624,900

$351/sq ft

Jan 14, 2023

Listed

$649,900

$365/sq ft

NEGBOR #322176

Mar 17, 2023

Delisted

—

Mar 7, 2023

Price Changed

$624,900

$351/sq ft

Jan 14, 2023

Listed

$649,900

$365/sq ft

NEGBOR #310743

Nov 19, 2021

Sold

$407,000

$229/sq ft

Sep 30, 2021

Contingent

—

Sep 23, 2021

Listed

$445,000

$250/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 30, 2001

Sold

$114,900

$65/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,234 (+3.8%)

$40,800 + $168,500

$209,300

2024

$3,114 (−12.7%)

$40,800 + $168,500

$209,300

2023

$3,567 (+24.5%)

$26,520 + $174,472

$200,992

2022

$2,865 (+429.5%)

$26,520 + $196,512

$223,032

2021

$541 (−10.4%)

$24,180 + $138,620

$162,800

2020

$604 (−2.7%)

$21,000 + $114,440

$135,440

2019

$621 (+14.5%)

$21,000 + $94,960

$115,960

2018

$542 (+0.2%)

$24,000 + $74,460

$98,460

2017

$541

$24,000 + $66,996

$90,996

2016

$541 (+4.6%)

$24,000 + $68,600

$92,600

2014

$517

$27,000 + $45,280

$72,280

Tax history for 197 Smith Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,234 (+3.8%)

$40,800 + $168,500

$209,300

2024

$3,114 (−12.7%)

$40,800 + $168,500

$209,300

2023

$3,567 (+24.5%)

$26,520 + $174,472

$200,992

2022

$2,865 (+429.5%)

$26,520 + $196,512

$223,032

2021

$541 (−10.4%)

$24,180 + $138,620

$162,800

2020

$604 (−2.7%)

$21,000 + $114,440

$135,440

2019

$621 (+14.5%)

$21,000 + $94,960

$115,960

2018

$542 (+0.2%)

$24,000 + $74,460

$98,460

2017

$541

$24,000 + $66,996

$90,996

2016

$541 (+4.6%)

$24,000 + $68,600

$92,600

2014

$517

$27,000 + $45,280

$72,280

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.7 Acres

Year renovated

2004

Sq. Ft.

1,780

Year built

1999

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Gilmer County

APN

3104E 139

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Parking Features: Carport, Concrete
Has Carport
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Open Parking

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Level: Upper
# of Bedrooms (Main Level): 1
# of Bedrooms (Upper Floor): 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric

Interior Features
Interior Features: Sheetrock, Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Vented
Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Concrete, Wood, Carpet
Furnished: Furnished

Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement: Finished

Exterior

Exterior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Metal

Pool Information
Spa Features: Bath, Heated
Has Hot Tub/Spa

Home Information
Levels: One and One Half
Living Area: 1780
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Total: 1780
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,440
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 340
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Log, Log Siding, Stone
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Property Condition: Resale
Year Built: 1999

Property Information
Has View
Other Equipment: Generator

Land Information
Topography: Level,Sloping

Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Square Feet: 74052
Lot Size Acres: 1.7
Lot Size Area: 1.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Frontage Type: Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Community
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School District: Blue Ridge
Middle Or Junior School District: Blue Ridge
High School District: Blue Ridge

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Cherry Lake

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,780
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3104E 139

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 7062762500

Around this home

Schools

Ellijay Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.9mi

5/10

Clear Creek Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.7mi

8/10

Gilmer High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.5mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 99° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$498,000 – $603,000

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Home values near 197 Smith Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
101 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 672 Sq. Ft.	$329,672
100 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 712 Sq. Ft.	$393,222

Address	Redfin Estimate
160 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$383,117
143 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 977 Sq. Ft.	$417,536

Address	Redfin Estimate
114 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1800 Sq. Ft.	$566,874
189 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1703 Sq. Ft.	$488,828

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