Off market feb 2020 for $280K

$469,518

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,460/mo

•

1,426

sq ft

686 Talona Mountain Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536

About this home

Beautiful mountain home with breathtaking panoramic views! Featuring 3 bed, 2 bath, master on main, living room, eat in kitchen, granite counter tops and so much more! This immaculately maintained charming bungalow cottage is the perfect mountain retreat or rental investment you’ve been looking for! Located directly off Hwy 515 in the Hallmark-like town of Ellijay & situated above two of its most popular apple houses, this Talona Mountain home does not disappoint!

Single-familyProperty Type

1989Year Built

2.01 acresLot Size

$329Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Laura Long • Atlanta Communities

Bought with NON-MLS NMLS • Non FMLS Member

Source:FMLS #6664016

Redfin Estimate

$469,518

$190K since sold in February 2020$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 37.4% higher than the average sale price ($342K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$380,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,576 sq ft
155 Shady Acres Ln, Ellijay, GA 30536
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$360,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,550 sq ft
17 Tara Ln, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$335,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,456 sq ft
288 Ridgecrest Cir, East Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD SEP 17, 2026
$275,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
152 Wendy Hill Rd, Talking Rock, GA 30175
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$349,777
E
3 beds2 baths1,288 sq ft
224 Timber Ridge Ln, Ellijay, GA 30540
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$350,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,536 sq ft
81 Loper Ln, Ellijay, GA 30536

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$2,512/mo

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Market trends in 30536, GA

Last updated September 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

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$599,900
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NEW 7 HRS AGO
$374,900
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NEW 10 HRS AGO
$225,000
3 beds2 baths1,352 sq ft
580 Riverwood Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
NEW 27 HRS AGO
$1,089,000
5 beds3.5 baths4,541 sq ft
241 Wilderness Way, Ellijay, GA 30536
NEW 30 HRS AGO
$1,200,000
4 beds5 baths3,942 sq ft
528 Cloudland Dr, Ellijay, GA 30536
FOR SALE BY OWNER
$1,600,000
2 beds1 bath816 sq ft
236 White Water Run, Ellijay, GA 30536
$875,000
4 beds4.5 baths4,404 sq ft
100 Foxpaw Leaf Ct, Ellijay, GA 30536
$699,000
3 beds3 baths2,081 sq ft
1250 Lost Forest Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
OPEN SAT, 10AM TO 2PM
$429,000
3 beds3 baths2,544 sq ft
2108 Blackberry Mtn Rd, Ellijay, GA 30536
$499,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,775 sq ft
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Sale history for 686 Talona Mountain Rd

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #6664016

Feb 12, 2020

Sold

$280,000

$196/sq ft

Jan 8, 2020

Listed

$285,000

$200/sq ft

GAMLS #8715870

Feb 12, 2020

Sold

$280,000

$196/sq ft

Jan 8, 2020

Listed

$285,000

$200/sq ft

GAMLS #7399101

Apr 3, 2015

Sold

$179,000

$126/sq ft

NEGBOR #242965

Apr 3, 2015

Sold

$179,000

$126/sq ft

May 6, 2014

Listed

$179,900

$126/sq ft

^ROOM TO ROAM - PRICED TO PLEASE^ 3BR, 2BA immaculately maintained hardi-board & wood sided home w/ full basement including 2 car garage & room for future expansion. Enjoy watching the sunsets from the back deck overlooking $ Million Dollar $ panoramic mtn views. Easy living open floor plan featuring master on main, oversized LR w/ vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace, hardwood floors & more. Rocking chair front porch spans the entire front of home. Conveniently located seconds to Hwy. 515 w/ all paved rd access. Walk in tile shower, double vanity, light, bright & air w/ many upgrades throughout INCL Washer/Dryer on main level. Large fenced in yard is great for dog lovers! New HVAC!

NEGBOR #212453

Feb 14, 2012

Sold

$100,100

$70/sq ft

Jul 8, 2011

Listed

$105,000

$74/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 23, 2005

Sold

$146,000

$102/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,546 (+0.9%)

$30,000 + $134,800

$164,800

2024

$2,524 (+3.4%)

$30,000 + $134,800

$164,800

2023

$2,441 (+11.7%)

$28,800 + $134,080

$162,880

2022

$2,184 (+6.8%)

$24,800 + $127,800

$152,600

2021

$2,046 (+44.4%)

$29,000 + $95,120

$124,120

2020

$1,416 (−2.7%)

$20,800 + $82,280

$103,080

2019

$1,455 (−0.6%)

$15,760 + $60,040

$75,800

2018

$1,464 (+5.3%)

$15,760 + $60,040

$75,800

2017

$1,390 (−3.4%)

$15,720 + $47,880

$63,600

2016

$1,439 (+32.7%)

$15,720 + $49,000

$64,720

2014

$1,084

$8,000 + $38,240

$46,240

Tax history for 686 Talona Mountain Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,546 (+0.9%)

$30,000 + $134,800

$164,800

2024

$2,524 (+3.4%)

$30,000 + $134,800

$164,800

2023

$2,441 (+11.7%)

$28,800 + $134,080

$162,880

2022

$2,184 (+6.8%)

$24,800 + $127,800

$152,600

2021

$2,046 (+44.4%)

$29,000 + $95,120

$124,120

2020

$1,416 (−2.7%)

$20,800 + $82,280

$103,080

2019

$1,455 (−0.6%)

$15,760 + $60,040

$75,800

2018

$1,464 (+5.3%)

$15,760 + $60,040

$75,800

2017

$1,390 (−3.4%)

$15,720 + $47,880

$63,600

2016

$1,439 (+32.7%)

$15,720 + $49,000

$64,720

2014

$1,084

$8,000 + $38,240

$46,240

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.01 Acres

Year renovated

2004

Sq. Ft.

1,464

Year built

1989

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Gilmer County

APN

3069C 008

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
Parking Features: Garage

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main

Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer 2 Story, Beamed Ceilings, Other, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Microwave

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Solid Surface Counters,Eat-in Kitchen
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Living Room

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame
Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale

Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Mountain View - Gilmer
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer

Location Information
Directions: 575 N to GA-5 N, turn right on to Talona Mountain Rd, continue up the mountain, stay right at the fork and house is up the hill on the right.
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Gilmer

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,464
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3069C 008

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 21, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Clear Creek Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi

7/10

Clear Creek Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi

8/10

Gilmer High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

3% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

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

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Ellijay, GA • 30536

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Estimated sale price

$447,000 – $540,000

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Home values near 686 Talona Mountain Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
799 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3032 Sq. Ft.	$493,884
790 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2120 Sq. Ft.	$494,409

Address	Redfin Estimate
777 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	—
683 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 4126 Sq. Ft.	$882,581

Address	Redfin Estimate
742 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1846 Sq. Ft.	$389,345
684 Talona Mountain Road, Ellijay, GA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$702,723

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