At $499,000, finding a brand-new genuine log cabin with creek frontage, privacy, and short-term rental potential in North Georgia is becoming increasingly rare. Located behind the gates of The Preserve at Mountaintown Creek, this custom-built cabin offers the security, privacy, and natural setting that draw buyers to the mountains in the first place. A private path leads to the creek below, where a fire pit overlooks the rushing water and mature hardwoods provide a natural buffer from the outside world. Inside, exposed beams span every room, showcasing the character and craftsmanship of true log construction. The thoughtfully designed floor plan combines mountain charm with modern comfort, while numerous upgrades throughout the home elevate both style and functionality. Features include wide-plank wood flooring, granite countertops, vessel sinks, upgraded lighting and ceiling fans, extended 10-foot decks, a metal roof, and both indoor and outdoor fireplaces. Owners enjoy access to community amenities including a pool, pickleball court, and outdoor gathering area centered around a beautiful stone fireplace. If you have been searching for a personal mountain getaway, a full-time residence, or an income-producing short-term rental, this property offers the flexibility to do all three. Downtown Ellijay, local wineries, hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing, and river recreation are all just minutes away, while Atlanta remains an easy drive for weekend rendezvous. Move-in ready. STR ready. Creek-front. Genuine log construction. Privacy, amenities, and mountain living all in one property.
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Price cut: $37.4K (6/11)
$499,900
138 Rhondas Way, Ellijay, GA 30540
2beds
1,357sqft
Residential
Built in 2025
1.06 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$368/sqft
$50/mo HOA
What's special
Large outdoor fireplaceWarm wood tonesWooded viewsGorgeous poolFlowing creekSurrounded by mature woodsShared outdoor gathering area
- 148 days |
- 742 |
- 59 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Terrill Carlson 706-501-4765,
Compass Georgia LLC
Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 423632
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wood, Loft, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,357
- Total interior livable area: 1,357 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, See Remarks, No Driveway, Driveway (See Remarks)
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck, Covered
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Fire Pit, Retaining Walls
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Body of water: Mountaintown Creek
- Frontage type: Road,Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Topography: Sloping,Rolling,Steep
Details
- Parcel number: 3051AC 106
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Frame, Log, Wood Siding, Log Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New Construction
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool, Pickleball, Pavilion
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $605 annually
Location
- Region: Ellijay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $368/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $110,900
- Annual tax amount: $685
- Date on market: 2/2/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $499,900-7%$368/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Price change | $537,300-2.1%$396/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $549,000-1.9%$405/sqft |
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| 2/28/2026 | Price change | $559,900-2.6%$413/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $574,900$424/sqft |
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| 1/14/2026 | Listing removed | $574,900$424/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Price change | $574,900-3.4%$424/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Price change | $594,900-0.8%$438/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900-4%$442/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listing removed | $624,900$461/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,900$461/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listing removed | $624,900$461/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,900+11261.8%$461/sqft |
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| 7/11/2023 | Sold | $5,500-86.3%$4/sqft |
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| 2/24/2023 | Sold | $40,000$29/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $685 +514.3% | $44,360 +516.1% |
| 2024 | $112 -3.1% | $7,200 |
| 2023 | $115 +42.2% | $7,200 +76.5% |
| 2022 | $81 -9.8% | $4,080 |
| 2021 | $90 | $4,080 |
| 2020 | $90 -2.9% | $4,080 |
| 2019 | $92 -28.1% | $4,080 -27.1% |
| 2018 | $128 | $5,600 |
| 2017 | $128 -6.8% | $5,600 |
| 2016 | $138 -2% | $5,600 |
| 2015 | $141 +1.8% | $5,600 |
| 2014 | $138 -3.8% | $5,600 |
| 2013 | $143 | $5,600 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30540
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mountain View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Clear Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.1 mi
- 7/10Gilmer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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- Georgia
- Gilmer County
- Ellijay
- 30540
- 138 Rhondas Way







