Ranch style cabin comes with 2.98 acres, has metal roof, screened in back porch to enjoy the wooded private view, fenced in area for your fur babies, nice front porch to relax and watch the wildlife. Interior has newer wood/laminate flooring, fireplace has wood burning insert, gas furnace, propane wall heater in hallway to keep you warm on these cold days. Kitchen and living room is open floor plan. Private but very close to the gate; 2 community lakes to enjoy. Furnished with exception of a few items. Don't let this one slip through your fingers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
2.98 acresLot Size
$230Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Janice Callihan• Callihan Realty
Listed by Erica Callihan• Callihan Realty
Bought with Erica Callihan• Callihan Realty
Source:FMLS #6834936
Redfin Estimate
$275,991
$99K since sold in April 2021$4,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 8.6% lower than the average sale price ($302K) of 6 comparable homes.
Ranch style cabin comes with 2.98 acres, has metal roof, screened in back porch to enjoy the wooded private view, fenced in area for your fur babies, nice front porch to relax and watch the wildlife. Interior has newer wood/laminate flooring, fireplace has wood burning insert, gas furnace, propane wall heater in hallway to keep you warm on these cold days. Kitchen and living room is open floor plan. Private but very close to the gate; 2 community lakes to enjoy. Furnished with exception of a few items. Don't let this one slip through your fingers.
FMLS #6834936
Apr 5, 2021
Sold
$176,500
$147/sq ft
Feb 9, 2021
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2021
Listed
$190,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 2006
Sold
$145,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 16, 1999
Sold
$64,700
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1997
Sold
$58,000
$48/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1995
Sold
$53,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,298 (−0.6%)
$6,760 + $77,280
$84,040
2024
$1,306 (−3.1%)
$6,760 + $77,280
$84,040
2023
$1,348 (+11.9%)
$6,760 + $77,520
$84,280
2022
$1,204 (+24.8%)
$6,760 + $77,520
$84,280
2021
$965 (+5.0%)
$5,600 + $62,840
$68,440
2020
$919 (−3.4%)
$4,760 + $43,880
$48,640
2019
$952 (+7.5%)
$5,720 + $36,080
$41,800
2018
$886 (+9.7%)
$4,160 + $34,440
$38,600
2017
$807 (−4.3%)
$2,960 + $29,840
$32,800
2016
$843 (+23.8%)
$2,960 + $30,640
$33,600
2014
$681
$2,000 + $26,520
$28,520
Tax history for 981 Brushy Top Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,298 (−0.6%)
$6,760 + $77,280
$84,040
2024
$1,306 (−3.1%)
$6,760 + $77,280
$84,040
2023
$1,348 (+11.9%)
$6,760 + $77,520
$84,280
2022
$1,204 (+24.8%)
$6,760 + $77,520
$84,280
2021
$965 (+5.0%)
$5,600 + $62,840
$68,440
2020
$919 (−3.4%)
$4,760 + $43,880
$48,640
2019
$952 (+7.5%)
$5,720 + $36,080
$41,800
2018
$886 (+9.7%)
$4,160 + $34,440
$38,600
2017
$807 (−4.3%)
$2,960 + $29,840
$32,800
2016
$843 (+23.8%)
$2,960 + $30,640
$33,600
2014
$681
$2,000 + $26,520
$28,520
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.98 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilmer County
APN
3006F 021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Other
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Main
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Washer
Flooring: Laminate
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain,Laminate Counters,Pantry Walk-In,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Cedar, Frame
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Metal
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Other
Water Source: Well
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $75
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Has Association
School Information
Elementary School: Mountain View - Gilmer
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer
Location Information
Directions: Ellijay--Dairy Queen--take Hwy 282 W 10mi to R on Brushy Top Rd at Big Buck Mountain sign, through gate, cross dam, stay to the right on Brushy Top. Approx 1 mi from the gate on left. Driveway is just past the gray split log fence on left.
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Gilmer
Community Information
Community Features: Community Dock, Fishing, Gated, Lake
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3006F 021
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 1, 2026
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Schools
Ellijay Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.5mi
5/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.4mi
8/10
Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
7/10
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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
3% 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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Estimated sale price
$263,000 – $318,000
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