Step into your own storybook with this magical cabin cozied up to the musical Turniptown Creek. Located just inside the gate of Walnut Mountain & including an additional lot for added privacy, this enchanting retreat invites you to slow down & soak in the beauty of North GA. Multiple decks & porches create the perfect setting to enjoy the sights & sounds of the rushing water, surrounded by peaceful woods & fresh mountain air. Inside, the charm continues with an elevated summer camp feel, warm, inviting, & effortlessly comfortable. The great room welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, a painted brick fireplace & an open yet cozy layout. The kitchen blends style & function with updated shaker cabinetry with seeded glass accents, granite countertops, breakfast bar seating & stainless steel appliances. Just beyond, the dining room offers 2 sets of sliding doors & lots of windows to bring the outdoors in. A screened-in porch off the dining area is perfect for an afternoon nap to the sound of the creek, while an open deck on the opposite side offers even more space to relax & entertain. The main level features two charming bedrooms & a beautifully updated bath with step-in tiled shower. Upstairs, a whimsical third bedroom with sloped ceilings & shutter-style window details creates a cozy hideaway, complete with its own ensuite bath. The terrace level is designed for fun & flexibility, perfect for guests or younger visitors with bunk beds, foosball, air hockey & a convenient shower & vanity. Step outside to yet another deck where the creek becomes your backdrop, ideal for unwinding in the hot tub or lounging under the trees as the water flows by. If you feel the need to explore, Walnut Mountain offers amenities including a pool, tennis courts & hiking trails, all just a short drive to Ellijay's apple orchards, wineries & endless outdoor adventures. Whether you're searching for a personal mountain escape or a memorable place to share with others, this one is pure magic!
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
1.14 acresLot Size
$237Price/Sq.Ft.
$188/moHOA Dues
Listed by Catherine Benitez• RE/MAX Town & Country
Contact: 7065157653
Bought with Kimberly Bunch• Lokation Real Estate LLC
Est. $2,676 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 53 Laurel Ridge Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NEGBOR #430426
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$365,000
$237/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Pending
—
May 8, 2026
Listed
$399,900
$260/sq ft
+33
Step into your own storybook with this magical cabin cozied up to the musical Turniptown Creek. Located just inside the gate of Walnut Mountain & including an additional lot for added privacy, this enchanting retreat invites you to slow down & soak in the beauty of North GA. Multiple decks & porches create the perfect setting to enjoy the sights & sounds of the rushing water, surrounded by peaceful woods & fresh mountain air. Inside, the charm continues with an elevated summer camp feel, warm, inviting, & effortlessly comfortable. The great room welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, a painted brick fireplace & an open yet cozy layout. The kitchen blends style & function with updated shaker cabinetry with seeded glass accents, granite countertops, breakfast bar seating & stainless steel appliances. Just beyond, the dining room offers 2 sets of sliding doors & lots of windows to bring the outdoors in. A screened-in porch off the dining area is perfect for an afternoon nap to the sound of the creek, while an open deck on the opposite side offers even more space to relax & entertain. The main level features two charming bedrooms & a beautifully updated bath with step-in tiled shower. Upstairs, a whimsical third bedroom with sloped ceilings & shutter-style window details creates a cozy hideaway, complete with its own ensuite bath. The terrace level is designed for fun & flexibility, perfect for guests or younger visitors with bunk beds, foosball, air hockey & a convenient shower & vanity. Step outside to yet another deck where the creek becomes your backdrop, ideal for unwinding in the hot tub or lounging under the trees as the water flows by. If you feel the need to explore, Walnut Mountain offers amenities including a pool, tennis courts & hiking trails, all just a short drive to Ellijay's apple orchards, wineries & endless outdoor adventures. Whether you're searching for a personal mountain escape or a memorable place to share with others, this one is pure magic!
GAMLS #10765523
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$365,000
$237/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Pending
—
May 8, 2026
Listed
$399,900
$260/sq ft
NEGBOR #270857
Apr 3, 2018
Sold
$201,100
$130/sq ft
Aug 9, 2017
Listed
$199,900
$130/sq ft
GAMLS #8305353
Apr 3, 2018
Sold
$201,100
$130/sq ft
Aug 29, 2016
Listed
$199,900
$130/sq ft
Have you dreamed of relaxing at your mountain cabin that overlooked over 330 ft of a trout stocked creek? Now you can live that dream! This charming cabin has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, screened back porch that overlooks the rushing creek, wood burning fireplace, finished terrace level that has a game room and home office and a wonderful deck to soak in the sounds of the water! Conveniently located in Walnut Mtn that offers private lakes, swimming pool, tennis courts, clubhouse and gorgeous nature trails.
GAMLS #8239232
Nov 3, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 2017
Listed
$214,900
$139/sq ft
NEGBOR #215991
Feb 29, 2012
Sold
$194,200
$126/sq ft
Dec 7, 2011
Listed
$199,900
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 1, 1998
Sold
$94,900
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,229 (+0.6%)
$24,800 + $119,440
$144,240
2024
$2,215 (+7.5%)
$24,800 + $119,440
$144,240
2023
$2,061 (+1.8%)
$24,000 + $118,960
$142,960
2022
$2,025 (+23.5%)
$24,000 + $104,880
$128,880
2021
$1,640 (+5.1%)
$22,800 + $92,280
$115,080
2020
$1,560 (+7.8%)
$15,400 + $67,240
$82,640
2019
$1,447 (+5.8%)
$15,400 + $55,520
$70,920
2018
$1,367 (−5.2%)
$15,400 + $44,200
$59,600
2017
$1,442 (−5.5%)
$15,400 + $43,200
$58,600
2016
$1,525 (+11.1%)
$15,400 + $45,360
$60,760
2014
$1,373
$15,400 + $38,200
$53,600
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,541
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilmer County
APN
3095A 002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Total Number Of Slips: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://view.ricoh360.com/c7c4cd4b-cbdb-460d-958f-10925a00c744
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://mls.ricoh360.com/c7c4cd4b-cbdb-460d-958f-10925a00c744
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Split Bedroom Plan, Tile Bath
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Roof: Metal
Construction Materials: Concrete, Wood Siding
Window Features: Window Treatments
Pool Information
Pool Features: Pool/Spa Combo
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Attached YN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin, Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: Cabin
Security Features: Gated Community
Deed Book: 2095
Deed Page: 76
Section: 2
Land Information
Land Lot: 19
Lot Information
Is Waterfront
Has View
Lot Size Area: 1.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 49658.4
Lot Size Acres: 1.14
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Frontage Type: Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Stream, Creek
Water Body Name: Turniptown Creek
Plat Page: 66
Building Information
Year Built: 1972
Building Area Total: 1541
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 3095A 003
Tax Annual Amount: 2492.32
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available
Location
Other Expenses
Initiation Fee: 100
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 2253
Association Fee Includes: Management Fee, Private Roads, Swimming, Tennis, Trash
School Information
Elementary School: Clear Creek
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 53 Laurel Ridge Drive, Ellijay GA 30536
City: Ellijay
County Or Parish: Gilmer
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30536
Country: US
District: 11
Subdivision Name: Walnut Mountain
Coordinates: -84.416379,34.711193
Directions: From Intersection of Hwy 515 and 1st St (Hardees) in Ellijay, take Hwy 52 E. Follow for 1.5 miles to a LEFT onto Turniptown Road. Follow for 3.6 miles to the guard gate at Walnut Mountain. Take Entrance #1 on the Left (Laurel Ridge Dr) to first road on Left. House will be on the Left. No Sign per Community.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Gated, Lake, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,541
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3095A 002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 38
Listing Information
Attribution Contact Phone: 7065157653
Listing Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Conditions: Covenants/Restrictions
List Price: 399900
Search Price: 365000
Close Price: 365000
Listing Id: 10765523
Original List Price: 399900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-05-15
Close Date: 2026-07-24
Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-08
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-06-24
Off Market Date: 2026-06-24
Around this home
Schools
Clear Creek Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.3mi
7/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
8/10
Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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
Ellijay, GA • 30536
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
5.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$366,000 – $443,000
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