If privacy, potential, and the freedom to create your own retreat are what you're looking for, this 15.3-acre property on the edge of the Cohutta Wilderness is a rare opportunity! Tucked away in a beautiful, private setting, this "ugly duckling" is ready to be transformed into a beautiful swan with a little imagination and vision. The property features a workshop, an additional dwelling waiting to be revitalized, and a covered equipment shed offering convenient protection for outdoor gear, tools, and recreational equipment. With abundant acreage, plenty of privacy, and incredible potential, this property offers the perfect canvas for a mountain getaway, homestead, or private retreat. Bring your ideas, roll up your sleeves, and unlock the possibilities-the hard-to-find combination of acreage, privacy, and location is already here! Land in a Conservation Status. SOLD AS-IS
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
15.3 acresLot Size
$161Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Frances Moore• Georgia Mountain Living Realty
If privacy, potential, and the freedom to create your own retreat are what you're looking for, this 15.3-acre property on the edge of the Cohutta Wilderness is a rare opportunity! Tucked away in a beautiful, private setting, this “ugly duckling” is ready to be transformed into a beautiful swan with a little imagination and vision. The property features a workshop, an additional dwelling waiting to be revitalized, and a covered equipment shed offering convenient protection for outdoor gear, tools, and recreational equipment. With abundant acreage, plenty of privacy, and incredible potential, this property offers the perfect canvas for a mountain getaway, homestead, or private retreat. Bring your ideas, roll up your sleeves, and unlock the possibilities—the hard-to-find combination of acreage, privacy, and location is already here! SOLD AS-IS
GAMLS #10825704
Aug 8, 2026
Listed
$499,900
$161/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% 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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Redfin Estimate for 61 Wilderness Trl
$499,958
$58 over list price of $500K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $349K to $638K.