$50,000 price reduction! This cabin is priced below the appraisal value that was just completed! Looking for a creekfront mountain cabin in Blue Ridge with acreage right next to a wild life preserve and located on a quite dead end paved road, fishing access, and outdoor living space? 481 Johns Ridge Rd, located in Blue Ridge, GA, delivers the peaceful North Georgia mountain lifestyle buyers want with 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, 1,781 square feet of finished space, a basement level with a one-car garage that includes 2.3 private acres featuring 340 feet of frontage on Upper Madola Creek known for great fishing and relaxing creekside views. The finished basement is set up where the room with exterior door access could be used as a 4th bedroom or an office. This beautiful property has a half a dozen different types of Trilliums and has several different types of Azaleas, Hellebore Flowers, White and Purple Violets, several different colors of Columbine Flowers and even Blueberry Bushes! Built in 2008, this two-story cabin combines rustic charm with thoughtful updates. The updated kitchen includes two lazy Susan cabinets for added convenience and functionality with large creative sliding shelves for pots and pans and soft-close cabinet doors, while the stone fireplace creates a warm and inviting gathering space inside. The screened-in porch section overlooks the wide creek and stream, creating the perfect spot for morning coffee or quiet evenings surrounded by nature. Upstairs, the primary bedroom opens to a private balcony where you can enjoy the peaceful wooded setting and flowing water views. Outdoor living is a standout feature of this property, with a large wrap-around front porch for entertaining or just relaxing in the rocking chairs; it also has an outdoor fire pit area and plenty of room to enjoy the surrounding acreage. The property also includes a garden shed and separate workshop building for storage, hobbies, or projects. The custom hand carved Momma Bear and Two Cub Bears located outside are a $10,000 sculpture value that stays with this beautiful cabin. The driveway was newly paved in April 2026, adding convenience and curb appeal. Does this Blue Ridge cabin offer privacy while still being close to outdoor recreation and mountain attractions? Yes. This property offers the ideal balance of seclusion, creek frontage, usable land, and easy access to the Blue Ridge area lifestyle buyers continue to seek in the North Georgia mountains. The upstairs bathroom tile shower floor was also just replaced last month as well. The septic tank was pumped and inspected in July 2025. A top-of-the-line, brand-new GAF Timberline HDZ roof at a cost of over $14,000 was installed in April 2023 that also has a transferable warranty, too. This stunning property is move-in ready! Agents: All Disclosures are in the MLS. By appointment only. Home is occupied. IMPORTANT: Agents - Please read all private remarks in the listing "before showing or calling" for Dan's best contact number or for any other questions you may have and for other important home details.
CREEKFRONT MOUNTAIN CHALET W/ OVER 340' ON UPPER MADOLA CREEK! This Beautiful CREEKFRONT cabin in an enchanting storybook setting! 2.30 acres of ABSOLUTE PRIVACY. Enter this gorgeous wooded property located on winding Madola Creek and you'll feel like you have entered your own private world, but with the convenience of PAVED ROADS and CITY WATER. This Adorable cabin offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Spacious Kitchen with Granite Counters & Stainless Appliances. Floor to Ceiling Stone Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, Vaulted T & G Walls with Lots of Windows to Bring Nature in! Lots of Porch Space to Enjoy the View and Sounds of the Creek! A partially Finished Terrace Level and 1 Car Garage! This is Truly a MUST SEE!
GAMLS #8325417
Mar 27, 2018
Sold
$255,000
$143/sq ft
Feb 11, 2018
Listed
$255,000
$143/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,166 (−1.0%)
$21,000 + $175,813
$196,813
2024
$1,178 (+7.6%)
$21,000 + $175,813
$196,813
2023
$1,095 (−29.2%)
$21,000 + $175,813
$196,813
2022
$1,545 (+56.0%)
$9,000 + $139,326
$148,326
2021
$990 (−1.6%)
$9,000 + $61,623
$70,623
2020
$1,007 (−1.9%)
$9,000 + $61,623
$70,623
2019
$1,026 (−4.3%)
$9,000 + $61,623
$70,623
2018
$1,072 (+49.9%)
$9,000 + $60,604
$69,604
2017
$715 (−42.2%)
$9,000 + $61,248
$70,248
2016
$1,237 (+0.2%)
$9,000 + $61,248
$70,248
2015
$1,234 (−7.1%)
$18,400 + $54,682
$73,082
2014
$1,329
$18,400 + $61,786
$80,186
Public record
Beds
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Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.3 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,670
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,670
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fannin County
APN
0018 C 0071L
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
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
7 days above 99° expected this year, 19 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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Historical weather
Blue Ridge, GA • 30513
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 481 Johns Ridge Rd
$670,305
$30K under list price of $700K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $295K to $695K.