Brand New Creekfront Home in Covered Bridge Estates! Welcome to 980 Bridge Road, a stunning new construction home nestled along a babbling creek in the sought-after Covered Bridge Estates community. Thoughtfully designed with comfort, style, and function in mind, this property is the perfect blend of elegance and rustic charm-set in an idyllic location just minutes from Carters Lake, Historic Downtown Ellijay, local vineyards, and North Georgia's best hiking and biking trails. Step inside to find White Oak flooring, a soaring great room with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and an upscale kitchen featuring a gas range, stainless vent hood, pantry, and stylish finishes throughout. The main-level owner's suite is a luxurious retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath with a custom tile shower, dual vanities, shiplap accent wall and a large walk-in closet. The finished terrace level expands the living space with a second great room, two additional bedrooms, one en-suite, and a flex room that could be a 4th bedroom, bunk room or office. Enjoy year-round outdoor living with a covered front porch and a spacious back porch plus a lower level outdoor fireplace, all surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. A 2-car garage and paved access round out this exceptional property. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a refined mountain getaway, this home offers luxury, tranquility, and unbeatable location.
Brand New Creekfront Home in Covered Bridge Estates! Welcome to 980 Bridge Road, a stunning new construction home nestled along a babbling creek in the sought-after Covered Bridge Estates community. Thoughtfully designed with comfort, style, and function in mind, this property is the perfect blend of elegance and rustic charm—set in an idyllic location just minutes from Carters Lake, Historic Downtown Ellijay, local vineyards, and North Georgia's best hiking and biking trails. Step inside to find White Oak flooring, a soaring great room with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and an upscale kitchen featuring a gas range, stainless vent hood, pantry, and stylish finishes throughout. The main-level owner's suite is a luxurious retreat, complete with a spa-inspired bath with a custom tile shower, dual vanities, shiplap accent wall and a large walk-in closet. The finished terrace level expands the living space with a second great room, two additional bedrooms, one en-suite, and a flex room that could be a 4th bedroom, bunk room or office. Enjoy year-round outdoor living with a covered front porch and a spacious back porch plus a lower level outdoor fireplace, all surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. A 2-car garage and paved access round out this exceptional property. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a refined mountain getaway, this home offers luxury, tranquility, and unbeatable location.
GAMLS #10539899
Sep 15, 2025
Sold
$717,000
$289/sq ft
Aug 15, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 27, 2025
Price Changed
$734,900
$296/sq ft
Jun 6, 2025
Listed
$749,900
$302/sq ft
Public Records
May 6, 2021
Sold
$1,574,142
$635/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,616 (+982.3%)
$20,800 + $148,520
$169,320
2024
$242 (+0.7%)
$20,800 + $148,520
$169,320
2023
$240 (+61.9%)
$15,600
2022
$148 (−44.6%)
$15,000
2021
$268 (−3.5%)
$8,418
2020
$277 (+5.1%)
$13,480
2019
$264 (−1.3%)
$12,600
2018
$267 (−6.4%)
$11,640
2017
$285 (−7.0%)
$11,600
2016
$307 (+174.1%)
$12,240
2014
$112
$4,400
Tax history for 980 Bridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,616 (+982.3%)
$20,800 + $148,520
$169,320
2024
$242 (+0.7%)
$20,800 + $148,520
$169,320
2023
$240 (+61.9%)
$15,600
2022
$148 (−44.6%)
$15,000
2021
$268 (−3.5%)
$8,418
2020
$277 (+5.1%)
$13,480
2019
$264 (−1.3%)
$12,600
2018
$267 (−6.4%)
$11,640
2017
$285 (−7.0%)
$11,600
2016
$307 (+174.1%)
$12,240
2014
$112
$4,400
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.12 Acres
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,586
Year built
2024
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilmer County
APN
3039F 026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking Information
Parking Total: 2
Total Number Of Slips: 0
Parking Features: Garage, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Lower Level Bedrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Living Area: 2480
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Builder
Above Grade Finished Area: 1240
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 1240
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished: 0
Levels: Two
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Mud Room
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Outside
Room Information
Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Kitchen Island
Basement: Finished, Full
Room Types: Bonus Room, Great Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Roof: Composition, Metal
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: New Construction
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Deed Book: 2377
Deed Page: 216
Section: 2
Land Information
Vegetation: Grassed, Partially Wooded
Land Lot: 216
Lot Information
Is Waterfront
Lot Size Area: 1.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 48787.2
Lot Size Acres: 1.12
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Frontage Length: Waterfront Footage: 50
Waterfront Features: Creek
Water Body Name: Flat Creek Branch
Building Information
Year Built: 2025
Building Area Total: 2480
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Builder
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 3039F 026
Tax Annual Amount: 0
Tax Year: 0
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet
Location
Other Expenses
Initiation Fee: 100
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 850
Association Fee Includes: Other
School Information
Elementary School: Ellijay Primary/Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 980 Bridge Road, Ellijay GA 30540
City: Ellijay
County Or Parish: Gilmer
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30540
Country: US
District: 11
Subdivision Name: Covered Bridge Estates
Coordinates: -84.572238,34.629652
Directions: From the Wal-Mart in Ellijay: Head South towards Jasper on HWY 515. In approx. 2 mi turn RIGHT on HWY 382. Go around the roundabout and continue on HWY 382 for approx. 3.5 mi. Turn LEFT into Covered Bridge Estates on Bridge Rd. Follow across bridge to home on right.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,586
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2024
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3039F 026
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026