SOLD NOV 3, 2025

Off Market Nov 2025 for $642K

$691,892

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,393/mo

•

2,268

sq ft

553 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540

About this home

Welcome to your private oasis on the Cartecay River. This beautiful 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom home offers 2,268 square feet of living space, nestled on a serene, riverfront lot of over 2 acres in Blackberry Mountain, a gated community in one of North Georgia's coveted locations. Step outside your back door and step into adventure. You can tube, fish, swim or kayak from your own private river access. Whether you're lookin for an unforgettable weekend retreat or a full-time escape, this property delivers recreation, serenity and privacy! This cabin is located minutes from Ellijay, a quaint mountain town filled with local shops, restaurants & entertainment options. Ellijay is the Mountain Bike Capital of Georgia & the Apple Capital of Georgia. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking & mountain biking trails and nearby attractions such as the Appalachian Trail, the Chattahoochee National Forest & Amicalola Falls, the tallest waterfall in Georgia. Close to multiple Apple Houses & Wineries makes this property the ideal location to enjoy all the mountains have to offer. Don't miss this opportunity to own a beautiful riverfront cabin in the North Georgia Mountains!

Single-familyProperty Type

1983Year Built

2.29 acresLot Size

$305Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Gregory Morocco • North Georgia Mountain Realty

Bought with Non NON-MLS MEMBER • NON-MLS OFFICE

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•Source:NEGBOR #418552

Redfin Estimate

$691,892

$50K since sold in November 2025$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 50.6% higher than the average sale price ($459K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$475,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,124 sq ft
2641 Highway 52 E, Ellijay, GA 30536
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$450,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,500 sq ft
63 Misty Hollow Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$450,650
C
4 beds3 baths1,692 sq ft
263 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$475,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,032 sq ft
1319 Henry Evans Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
SOLD FEB 9, 2026
$220,000
E
4 beds3 baths1,824 sq ft
431 Clear Creek Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$685,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,856 sq ft
834 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536

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Market trends in 30536, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$530K

$38K MoM

Avg. days on market

78d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 27 HRS AGO
$699,900
3 beds2.5 baths2,816 sq ft
169 Walnut Mountain Rd Unit 203,204, Ellijay, GA 30540
$599,999
4 beds5 baths2,244 sq ft
555 Laurel Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA 30536
SHORT SALE
$300,000
2 beds1 bath1,316 sq ft
2411 Rackley Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
$449,000
3 beds3 baths1,800 sq ft
173 Mountain Laurel Ln, Ellijay, GA 30536
$549,900
3 beds3 baths2,241 sq ft
85 Misty Hollow Rdg, Ellijay, GA 30536
3D WALKTHROUGH
$425,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,472 sq ft
148 Stegall Mill Rdg, Ellijay, GA 30536
$779,900
4 beds3.5 baths2,800 sq ft
175 Leisure Dr, Ellijay, GA 30536
$624,900
4 beds4 baths2,452 sq ft
1220 Walnut Rdg, Ellijay, GA 30536
$399,900
3 beds3 baths1,768 sq ft
80 Stegall Mill Rdg, Ellijay, GA 30536
$699,900
3 beds2.5 baths2,816 sq ft
169 Walnut Mountain Rd, Ellijay, GA 30540
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Sale history for 553 Indian Cave Rd

Date

Event

Price

NEGBOR #418552

Nov 3, 2025

Sold

$642,250

$283/sq ft

Sep 30, 2025

Pending

—

Sep 4, 2025

Listed

$674,900

$298/sq ft

NEGBOR #216490

Jun 15, 2012

Sold

$160,000

$71/sq ft

Jan 10, 2012

Listed

$184,500

$81/sq ft

This river front property could be just what you need! It has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, huge Great Room, kitchen w/ eat-in area, laundry room, carport, large front porch, and additional decks. To the right of the house is a paved road all the way down to the river. Enjoy the sounds of rushing waters from the house, but enjoy the walk to the river. This house has a private well, so quarterly POA dues are slightly less. This house qualifies for HomePath Renovation Mortgage. To make an offer, see docs on CTI.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,044 (+2.6%)

$48,480 + $213,280

$261,760

2024

$3,940 (+2.0%)

$48,480 + $213,280

$261,760

2023

$3,862 (+6.7%)

$43,480 + $210,800

$254,280

2022

$3,619 (+21.3%)

$42,480 + $198,960

$241,440

2021

$2,983 (+1.2%)

$42,480 + $163,160

$205,640

2020

$2,947 (−2.9%)

$42,480 + $107,840

$150,320

2019

$3,034 (−2.1%)

$42,480 + $91,480

$133,960

2018

$3,099 (+10.1%)

$42,480 + $92,600

$135,080

2017

$2,814 (+5.3%)

$42,480 + $71,880

$114,360

2016

$2,672 (−7.8%)

$33,720 + $72,760

$106,480

2014

$2,897

$33,720 + $79,360

$113,080

Tax history for 553 Indian Cave Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,044 (+2.6%)

$48,480 + $213,280

$261,760

2024

$3,940 (+2.0%)

$48,480 + $213,280

$261,760

2023

$3,862 (+6.7%)

$43,480 + $210,800

$254,280

2022

$3,619 (+21.3%)

$42,480 + $198,960

$241,440

2021

$2,983 (+1.2%)

$42,480 + $163,160

$205,640

2020

$2,947 (−2.9%)

$42,480 + $107,840

$150,320

2019

$3,034 (−2.1%)

$42,480 + $91,480

$133,960

2018

$3,099 (+10.1%)

$42,480 + $92,600

$135,080

2017

$2,814 (+5.3%)

$42,480 + $71,880

$114,360

2016

$2,672 (−7.8%)

$33,720 + $72,760

$106,480

2014

$2,897

$33,720 + $79,360

$113,080

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.29 Acres

Year renovated

2002

Sq. Ft.

2,268

Year built

1983

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Gilmer County

APN

3099F 021

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): 1
Parking Features: Carport, Driveway, Concrete
Has Carport
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Has Open Parking

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Partial Bathrooms: 1

Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Level: Upper
# of Bedrooms (Upper Floor): 4

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

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Vented, Wood Burning
Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Furnished: Furnished

Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement: Partial

Exterior

Exterior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Wood Frames, Screens
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Metal

Home Information
Levels: Two
Living Area: 2268
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Total: 2268
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 720
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Log
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Property Condition: Resale
Year Built: 1983

Property Information
Has View

Land Information
Topography: Rolling

Lot Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Water Body Name: Cartecay
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size Square Feet: 99752.4
Lot Size Acres: 2.29
Lot Size Area: 2.29
Lot Size Units: Acres
Frontage Type: River

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,356
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

School Information
Elementary School District: Gilmer County
Middle Or Junior School District: Gilmer County
High School District: Gilmer County

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Blackberry Mountain

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,268
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3099F 021

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 7066328080

Around this home

Schools

Clear Creek Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi

7/10

Clear Creek Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

8/10

Gilmer High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

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

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Ellijay, GA • 30540

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Estimated sale price

$658,000 – $796,000

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Home values near 553 Indian Cave Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
741 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2580 Sq. Ft.	$524,463
603 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1230 Sq. Ft.	$425,954

Address	Redfin Estimate
687 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2618 Sq. Ft.	$634,875
626 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 936 Sq. Ft.	$274,474

Address	Redfin Estimate
708 Indian Cave Rd Apartment 8183, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3790 Sq. Ft.	$733,933
628 Indian Cave Rd, Ellijay, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$381,287

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