Tucked away near the serene shores of Carter's Lake, this 5.15-acre wooded tract offers the perfect canvas for your dream cabin retreat. Whether you're envisioning weekend escapes or a peaceful forever home, this private slice of North Georgia is ready to bring your vision to life. Surrounded by natural beauty and mature hardwoods, the property promises both seclusion and adventure - with fishing, hiking, boating, and mountain air just minutes away. With ample space to build, you can create the lifestyle you've always wanted, right in the heart of lake country. Come build your dream. Stay for the weekend-or forever.
5 Fabulous Acres! A perfect site for your home on this gentle slope with Scenic Views. Landscaped by Mother Nature. Under ground utilities. Just off paved road. Only a stones throw to Carters Lake Fishing and Recreational Area.
Public Records
Feb 21, 2003
Sold
$61,800
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$479 (+7.7%)
$30,520
2025
$445 (+14.7%)
$30,520
2024
$388 (+23.5%)
$28,800
2023
$314 (−4.5%)
$25,040
2022
$329 (+1.0%)
$19,640
2021
$325 (−7.5%)
$18,680
2020
$352 (−2.9%)
$16,400
2019
$362 (−1.3%)
$16,000
2018
$367 (−6.8%)
$16,000
2017
$394 (−1.8%)
$16,000
2016
$401 (−4.3%)
$16,000
2014
$419
$16,360
Public record
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Lot size
5.15 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Gilmer County
APN
3024 012G
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Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total Number Of Slips: 0
Interior
Interior Features
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Exterior
Property Information
Current Use: Other
Possible Use: Residential
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Residential Lot
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Other Structures: None
Deed Book: 1296
Deed Page: 290
Section: 2
Land Information
Land Use Restrictions: No
Vegetation: Wooded
Land Lot: 274/3
Lot Information
Has View
Lot Size Area: 5.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 224334
Lot Size Acres: 5.15
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Sloped
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel
Road Frontage Type: County Road, Easement
Waterfront Features: No Dock Or Boathouse
Water Body Name: None
Plat Page: 13
Building Information
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 3024 012G
Tax Annual Amount: 445
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Other
Sewer: Other
Utilities: Electricity Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Lots: 1
HOA Information
No
Association Fee: 0
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Gilmer
Bus Information
Es Bus Yn: Yes
Ms Bus Yn: Yes
Hs Bus Yn: Yes
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 0 CARTERS LAKE OVERLOOK, Ellijay GA 30540
City: Ellijay
County Or Parish: Gilmer
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30540
Country: US
District: 25
Subdivision Name: NONE
Coordinates: -84.593688,34.613639
Directions: GPS to Carters Lake Overlook, or from Atlanta, take I-75 North to 575. Merge onto 575 N and continue onto GA 5 N/GA-515 North for 12 miles. Turn left onto GA-136 W for .3 miles. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on GA-136 W. In 2.1 miles exit the traffic circle and stay on Ga136 for
Community Information
Community Features: Lake
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
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Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.15 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Gilmer County
APN: 3024 012G
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 27, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 4
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Land Bank Loan, Other
List Price: 125000
Search Price: 40000
Close Price: 40000
Listing Id: 10686923
Original List Price: 125000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-02-05
Close Date: 2026-07-16
Due Diligence Date: 2026-06-28
Listing Contract Date: 2026-02-05
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-06-21
Off Market Date: 2026-06-21
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.1mi
5/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
8/10
Gilmer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi
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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 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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Historical weather
Ellijay, GA • 30540
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$101,000 – $122,000
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