Off Market Oct 2021 for $739K

$845,650

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,037/mo

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3,746

sq ft

281 Mountain Lake Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540

About this home

An immaculate lodge nestled in the North GA mountains is the perfect retreat for your getaway. The open floor plan complete with wood burning FP gives that rustic cabin vibe, but is balanced with elegant touches throughout. The main level features a large BR w/double vanity & walk-in closet, laundry and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private balcony from the master suite, or savor views of the calming pond from the hot tub. Terrace level has its own great room w/2nd FP, 2 more BR’s and full bath. Ample space inside and out, including a full game room and close proximity to Carter’s Lake for all your outdoor adventures. This one has it all!

Single-familyProperty Type

2003Year Built

2.24 acresLot Size

$226Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Heather Byers • Keller Williams Realty Partners

Bought with Megan Dobbs • Keller Williams Realty Partners

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•Source:GAMLS #9030971

Redfin Estimate

$845,650

$107K since sold in October 2021$28K since August

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This home's estimate is 30.7% higher than the average sale price ($647K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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SOLD DEC 1, 2025
$750,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,704 sq ft
726 Nexus Dr, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$507,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,716 sq ft
39 Nadir Ct, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$490,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths2,806 sq ft
27 Monet Dr, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD OCT 17, 2025
$550,000
E
4 beds3 baths1,956 sq ft
2374 Woodring Branch Rd, Chatsworth, GA 30705
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$835,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,244 sq ft
824 Bridge Rd #56, Ellijay, GA 30540

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Market trends in 30540, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.3%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$450K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

75d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

155

12 MoM

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Sale history for 281 Mountain Lake Rd

Date

Event

Price

NEGBOR #309507

Oct 7, 2021

Sold

$739,000

$197/sq ft

Sep 8, 2021

Contingent

—

Aug 10, 2021

Listed

$729,000

$195/sq ft

An immaculate lodge nestled in the North GA mountains is the perfect retreat for your getaway. The open floor plan complete with wood burning FP gives that rustic cabin vibe, but is balanced with elegant touches throughout. The main level features a large BR w/ double vanity & walk-in closet, laundry and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private balcony from the master suite, or savor views of the calming pond from the hot tub. Terrace level has it's own great room w/ 2nd FP, 2 more BR's and full bath. Ample space inside and out, including a full game room and close proximity to Carter's Lake for all your outdoor adventures. This one has it all!

GAMLS #9030971

Oct 7, 2021

Sold

$739,000

$197/sq ft

Oct 5, 2021

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 10, 2021

Listed

$729,000

$195/sq ft

GAMLS #8049663

Dec 1, 2016

Sold

$439,900

$117/sq ft

Own your own resort! One of the best settings in North GA. Amazing lodge nestled on shores of clean mountain pond. Private dock w/slide, multiple picnic areas, horseshoes, manicured landscaping w/out another home in sight. Open & inviting floor plan, spacious Grt Rm, soaring woodburning fplc, sep dining nook, huge chefs kitchen w/ 6 burner gas cook top, stainless appliances & granite countertops. Main lvl features full BA w/ dbl vanities, large BR, walk in closet, laundry rm. Full sized sleeping loft, spacious Mstr Ste w/private balcony, walk-in closet, separate soaking tub & shower round out 2nd lvl. Full finished terrace lvl w/Grt rm, 2nd fplc, 2 BR, full BA. Covered outdoor space & pvt hot tub. Game Rm w/pool tbl, arcade games, wet bar. Perfect retreat!

NEGBOR #260721

Dec 1, 2016

Sold

$439,900

$117/sq ft

Aug 5, 2016

Listed

$449,900

$120/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 20, 2003

Sold

$297,000

$79/sq ft

Public Records

May 15, 2001

Sold

$25,000

$7/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,991 (−0.5%)

$17,000 + $241,308

$258,308

2024

$4,010 (−1.4%)

$17,000 + $241,308

$258,308

2023

$4,067 (+4.3%)

$18,800 + $239,988

$258,788

2022

$3,898 (+21.7%)

$18,800 + $235,508

$254,308

2021

$3,204 (+24.7%)

$18,800 + $202,708

$221,508

2020

$2,569 (−14.8%)

$13,440 + $148,028

$161,468

2019

$3,016 (−1.3%)

$13,440 + $123,960

$137,400

2018

$3,056 (+11.4%)

$9,240 + $123,960

$133,200

2017

$2,744 (−3.0%)

$11,280 + $100,232

$111,512

2016

$2,827 (+5.8%)

$11,280 + $101,364

$112,644

2014

$2,671

$15,800 + $88,440

$104,240

Tax history for 281 Mountain Lake Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,991 (−0.5%)

$17,000 + $241,308

$258,308

2024

$4,010 (−1.4%)

$17,000 + $241,308

$258,308

2023

$4,067 (+4.3%)

$18,800 + $239,988

$258,788

2022

$3,898 (+21.7%)

$18,800 + $235,508

$254,308

2021

$3,204 (+24.7%)

$18,800 + $202,708

$221,508

2020

$2,569 (−14.8%)

$13,440 + $148,028

$161,468

2019

$3,016 (−1.3%)

$13,440 + $123,960

$137,400

2018

$3,056 (+11.4%)

$9,240 + $123,960

$133,200

2017

$2,744 (−3.0%)

$11,280 + $100,232

$111,512

2016

$2,827 (+5.8%)

$11,280 + $101,364

$112,644

2014

$2,671

$15,800 + $88,440

$104,240

*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

2.24 Acres

Year renovated

2003

Sq. Ft.

3,840

Year built

2003

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Gilmer County

APN

3009B 046

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Parking Pad

Interior

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Lower Level Bedrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Soaking Tub
Living Area: 3746
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 3746
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Three Or More
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Laundry Features: Common Area
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 2

Room Information
Room Dining Room Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo
Basement: Daylight, Finished, Full
Room Types: Great Room, Loft

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof: Composition

Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin, Single Family Residence
Structure Type: Cabin
Deed Book: 2009
Deed Page: 406
Section: 3

Land Information
Land Lot: 168

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 2.24
Lot Size Square Feet: 97574.4
Lot Size Acres: 2.24
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Private, Sloped
Plat Page: 72

Building Information
Year Built: 2003
Building Area Total: 3746
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records

Financial

Tax Information
Parcel Number: 3009B 046
Tax Annual Amount: 3552
Tax Year: 2020

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 690
Association Fee Includes: Private Roads

School Information
Elementary School: Ellijay Primary/Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer

Location Information
Unparsed Address: 281 Mountain Lake Road, Ellijay GA 30540
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30540
Country: US
District: 25
Subdivision Name: Lake Land Estates
Coordinates: -84.63307420000001,34.6387861
Directions: From Ellijay take Old Hwy 5 South to R on Hwy 282 (Dairy Queen). Go 11.4mi to L on Ridgeway Church Rd. Go 6/10mi to R on Lakeland Dr. Go 8/10mi to L @fork to gate. Continue 1mi, when road turns to gravel, go 1/2mi to L on Mountain Lake Rd. Last home on L.

Community Information
Community Features: Gated

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,840
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.24 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3009B 046

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 32

Listing Information
List Price: 729000
Search Price: 739000
Close Price: 739000
Listing Id: 9030971
Original List Price: 729000

Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2021-08-10
Close Date: 2021-10-07
Purchase Contract Date: 2021-09-08
Off Market Date: 2021-09-08

Around this home

Schools

Mountain View Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.0mi

5/10

Clear Creek Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.3mi

8/10

Gilmer High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi

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

4/10 Fire Factor

0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Ellijay, GA • 30540

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In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$804,000 – $973,000

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Home values near 281 Mountain Lake Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
150 Mountain Lake Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$934,952
150 Mountain Lake Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$897,828

Address	Redfin Estimate
125 Mountain Lake Road, Dawsonville, GA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$704,465
1099 Hunter Ridge, Ellijay, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1904 Sq. Ft.	$532,174

Address	Redfin Estimate
235 Mountain Lake Road, Ellijay, GA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3476 Sq. Ft.	$856,049

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