Escape to the North Georgia Mountains in Ellijay in this charming 3BR/3BA log cabin nestled on 4.65 private acres with seasonal mountain views of Stover Mountain. Located in the quaint gated community of Cartecay Lakes, featuring a peaceful fishing lake, this property captures everything people love about life in the North Georgia Mountains. The cabin features an open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area on the main level, highlighted by a beautiful stone fireplace with gas logs in the living room, creating a warm and inviting space to gather after a day of mountain adventure. The main level also includes a primary suite along with a guest bedroom and full bath, offering convenient single-level living. The terrace level provides an additional bedroom, full bath, and a rec/bunk room, giving plenty of room for family and friends to enjoy the mountain lifestyle together. If you love spending time outdoors, you will especially appreciate the covered rocking chair porches on both levels, the perfect place to sip your morning coffee, listen to the sounds of nature, and take in the seasonal mountain views. Located just minutes from many North Georgia mountain adventure areas including hiking, fishing, kayaking, and tubing, this property places you right in the heart of the outdoor lifestyle that makes Ellijay such a special place to call home. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend escape or a full-time mountain retreat, this cozy log cabin offers the perfect setting to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of the mountains. To name just a couple of the many recent updates, the home features a new roof installed in 2023 and a Generac generator installed in 2023. The terrace level includes a laundry room, and there is also a laundry hookup available on the main level. Cabin being sold furnished with the exception of a few personal items. For added peace and quiet, short-term rentals are not permitted in the Cartecay Lakes community.
Active
$455,000
173 Mountain Laurel Ln, Ellijay, GA 30536
3beds
1,800sqft
Residential
Built in 1995
4.65 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$18/mo HOA
What's special
- 181 days
- 450
- 34
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Maxie 770-241-5618,
Local Realty - Ellijay,
Jesse Logan 678-294-0244,
Local Realty - Ellijay
Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 428450
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Bonus Room, See Remarks
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Mini-Split, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wood, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Luxury Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal, Trees/Woods
- Frontage type: Road
Lot
- Size: 4.65 Acres
- Topography: Rolling,Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3110B 048
- Special conditions: Licensed Owner
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Cabin,Country,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Log, Log Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Lake Access
- Subdivision: Cartecay Lakes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $220 annually
Location
- Region: Ellijay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $253/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $339,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,095
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $455,000+91.4%$253/sqft |
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| 9/15/2021 | Sold | $237,750-3%$132/sqft |
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| 8/23/2021 | Pending sale | $245,000$136/sqft |
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| 5/14/2021 | Listed for sale | $245,000$136/sqft |
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| 4/30/2021 | Contingent | $245,000$136/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $245,000$136/sqft |
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| 11/21/2017 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 10/25/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 3/17/2017 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 2/12/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 10/7/2016 | Listing removed | $1,050+10.5%$1/sqft |
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| 4/16/2016 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Listed for rent | $950+15.2%$1/sqft |
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| 5/24/2015 | Listing removed | $825 |
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| 4/14/2015 | Listed for rent | $825 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,095 +0.4% | $135,600 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $2,087 -3.1% | $134,680 |
| 2023 | $2,154 +16% | $134,680 +43.9% |
| 2022 | $1,858 +19.7% | $93,600 +32.7% |
| 2021 | $1,552 +29.8% | $70,560 +29.8% |
| 2020 | $1,196 -2.9% | $54,360 |
| 2019 | $1,231 -5.3% | $54,360 -4.1% |
| 2018 | $1,300 | $56,680 +36% |
| 2017 | $1,300 | $41,680 |
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