Looking for a place away from the hustle bustle. These homes sit on a quiet road surrounded by the Forest. There is a salt water pool, a separate 2 car garage and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath additional cabin, each cabin has a generator and there is even a fenced in dog area! There are two waterfalls that are easy to access and enjoy. There is a lake for property owners, plus a gated entrance. Come and see this unique property! You have to see this unique property to appreciate it so make an appointment to see this property. SIP and plenty of parking by the house(s),
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
4.92 acresLot Size
$415Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Leslie Faith• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Listed by KIM Wilcox• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Bought with Marineli Dal Cerro• Keller Williams Rlty Consultants
Source:FMLS #7349802
Redfin Estimate
$955,050
$105K since sold in May 2024$11K since September
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 31.1% higher than the average sale price ($728K) of 6 comparable homes.
Looking for a place away from the hustle bustle. These homes sit on a quiet road surrounded by the Forest. There is a salt water pool, a separate 2 car garage and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath additional cabin, each cabin has a generator and there is even a fenced in dog area! There are two waterfalls that are easy to access and enjoy. There is a lake for property owners, plus a gated entrance. Come and see this unique property! You have to see this unique property to appreciate it so make an appointment to see this property. SIP and plenty of parking by the house(s),
NEGBOR #402164
May 31, 2024
Sold
$850,000
$370/sq ft
Mar 28, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 23, 2023
Listed
$960,000
$417/sq ft
+51
FMLS #7296307
Mar 1, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2024
Price Changed
$960,000
$417/sq ft
Oct 24, 2023
Listed
$995,000
$433/sq ft
GAMLS #10219325
Mar 1, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2024
Price Changed
$960,000
$417/sq ft
Oct 24, 2023
Listed
$995,000
$433/sq ft
NEGBOR #320143
Sep 12, 2023
Price Changed
$995,000
$433/sq ft
Sep 29, 2022
Listed
$1,100,000
$478/sq ft
GAMLS #20077161
Sep 29, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Sep 12, 2023
Price Changed
$995,000
$433/sq ft
Mar 31, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Sep 29, 2022
Listed
$1,100,000
$478/sq ft
GAMLS #7458109
Oct 2, 2015
Sold
$258,000
$112/sq ft
NEGBOR #248057
Oct 2, 2015
Sold
$258,000
$112/sq ft
May 19, 2015
Listed
$274,900
$120/sq ft
GAMLS #7270174
May 19, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2014
Listed
$274,900
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 2004
Sold
$265,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 1999
Sold
$65,000
$28/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1997
Sold
$18,000
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,611 (+9.4%)
$40,560 + $260,824
$301,384
2024
$4,214 (+3.8%)
$40,560 + $260,824
$301,384
2023
$4,062 (−1.0%)
$39,600 + $260,020
$299,620
2022
$4,104 (+4.1%)
$38,000 + $260,020
$298,020
2021
$3,942 (+23.4%)
$27,440 + $218,980
$246,420
2020
$3,195 (+35.2%)
$24,080 + $174,540
$198,620
2019
$2,363 (+16.9%)
$23,480 + $121,776
$145,256
2018
$2,022 (+22.0%)
$23,480 + $64,680
$88,160
2017
$1,657 (−3.5%)
$23,480 + $43,880
$67,360
2016
$1,718 (+2.4%)
$23,480 + $44,960
$68,440
2014
$1,678
$20,760 + $44,760
$65,520
Tax history for 597 Hills Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,611 (+9.4%)
$40,560 + $260,824
$301,384
2024
$4,214 (+3.8%)
$40,560 + $260,824
$301,384
2023
$4,062 (−1.0%)
$39,600 + $260,020
$299,620
2022
$4,104 (+4.1%)
$38,000 + $260,020
$298,020
2021
$3,942 (+23.4%)
$27,440 + $218,980
$246,420
2020
$3,195 (+35.2%)
$24,080 + $174,540
$198,620
2019
$2,363 (+16.9%)
$23,480 + $121,776
$145,256
2018
$2,022 (+22.0%)
$23,480 + $64,680
$88,160
2017
$1,657 (−3.5%)
$23,480 + $43,880
$67,360
2016
$1,718 (+2.4%)
$23,480 + $44,960
$68,440
2014
$1,678
$20,760 + $44,760
$65,520
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.92 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
1,392
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilmer County
APN
3046 012A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Separate Tub/Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan,Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Double Vanity, His and Hers Closets
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Bathroom
Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island,Pantry,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Bonus Room, Game Room, Loft
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,300
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Balcony, Courtyard
Roof: Composition, Metal
Fencing: Front Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Slab
Pool Features: In Ground, Salt Water
Spa Features: Private
Other Structures: Garage(s), Guest House
Other Equipment: Generator
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: 10-2 LL 111
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee: $1,000
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Has Association
School Information
Elementary School: Gilmer - Other
Middle Or Junior School: Gilmer - Other
High School: Gilmer - Other
Location Information
Directions: Take 52W from square in downtown Ellijay for 4.9 miles. Turn right on Gates Chapel Road (there is a sign), enjoy the 4.8 miles ride to Hills Lake Road on the right. There is a gate and code will be given to showing agent when calling for an appointment. Sign in place and plenty of parking by the house.
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Community Information
Community Features: Fishing, Gated, Lake
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,392
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3046 012A
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ellijay Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.6mi
5/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.4mi
8/10
Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-75% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% 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
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Ellijay, GA • 30540
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$908,000 – $1.10M
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