Looking for an affordable mtn/lake getaway or permanent home on Carters Lake? This cabin is on a ridge near the Harris Branch Rec Area of Carters Lake. 15 min from GA Hwy 515, 1 hr N of Kennesaw. The wooded surroundings & convenient access to the lake make this a wonderful place for quick getaways, summer home, or permanent residence. Come & enjoy the private setting on wraparound porch or relax in sunroom. The detached garage will protect your boat or other toys. This 2 bd cabin has great room w/Buck Stove for those cold nights & wall of windows to enjoy the beauty.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$262Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Larry Southern• RE/MAX Around Atlanta
Bought with Larry Southern• RE/MAX Around Atlanta
Source:FMLS #5707545
Redfin Estimate
$251,876
$156K since sold in September 2016$10K since August
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This home's estimate is 1.4% higher than the average sale price ($248K) of 6 comparable homes.
Looking for an affordable mountain/lake getaway or permanent home on Carters Lake? This cabin is located on a ridge near the Harris Branch Recreation Area of Carters Lake. Just 15 min from GA Hwy 515 and an hour North of Kennesaw. The beautiful wooded surroundings & convenient access to the lake make this a wonderful place for quick getaways, a summer home, or a permanent residence. Come & enjoy the private setting on the wrap around porch or relax in the sunroom. The detached garage will protect your boat or other lake toys. This 2 bedroom cabin has a great room w/ Buck Stove for those cold winter nights & a wall of windows to enjoy the beautiful wooded setting.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,082 (−3.6%)
$4,400 + $65,640
$70,040
2024
$1,123 (+4.1%)
$4,400 + $65,640
$70,040
2023
$1,079 (+7.6%)
$6,000 + $66,480
$72,480
2022
$1,003 (+9.1%)
$6,000 + $61,480
$67,480
2021
$919 (+15.3%)
$6,000 + $51,000
$57,000
2020
$797 (−2.9%)
$5,520 + $40,800
$46,320
2019
$821 (−1.3%)
$5,520 + $30,720
$36,240
2018
$831 (+9.6%)
$5,520 + $30,720
$36,240
2017
$759 (+18.4%)
$5,520 + $25,320
$30,840
2016
$641 (−2.3%)
$5,520 + $20,040
$25,560
2014
$656
$5,520 + $20,120
$25,640
Tax history for 86 Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,082 (−3.6%)
$4,400 + $65,640
$70,040
2024
$1,123 (+4.1%)
$4,400 + $65,640
$70,040
2023
$1,079 (+7.6%)
$6,000 + $66,480
$72,480
2022
$1,003 (+9.1%)
$6,000 + $61,480
$67,480
2021
$919 (+15.3%)
$6,000 + $51,000
$57,000
2020
$797 (−2.9%)
$5,520 + $40,800
$46,320
2019
$821 (−1.3%)
$5,520 + $30,720
$36,240
2018
$831 (+9.6%)
$5,520 + $30,720
$36,240
2017
$759 (+18.4%)
$5,520 + $25,320
$30,840
2016
$641 (−2.3%)
$5,520 + $20,040
$25,560
2014
$656
$5,520 + $20,120
$25,640
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.65 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilmer County
APN
3026A 013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Only
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Eat-in Kitchen,Laminate Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Great Room - 1 Story, Sun Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
AccessibilityFeatures: Accessible Entrance
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wrap Around
Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Ellijay
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer
Location Information
Directions: From Kennesaw take 575 N until controlled access ends & the road becomes GA 515, north 16 miles to GA 136, turn LT & follow the GA 136 signs for approx 7 miles, turn RT on GA 382, turn LT on to Harris Branch Road, then LT on Ridge Dr(just past the sign on the rt for the Quarter) 86 will be on the RT
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Gilmer
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3026A 013
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 5, 2025
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Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.4mi
5/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.6mi
8/10
Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.2mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 102° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Ellijay, GA • 30540
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Estimated sale price
$240,000 – $290,000
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