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  • $455,000

    578 Highway 356, Helen, GA 30545

    2beds
    952sqft
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    $2,800/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Cabin
    Built in 1940
    1 Acres Lot
    $444,300 Zestimate®
    $478/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New propane fireplaceStylish finishesSound of the creekRenovated gazeboPrivate creekside oasisComfortable tasteful furnishingsNew stone fire pit
    Approved and registered for short-term rental use in White County and currently operating as a vacation rental, it's the kind of property that gives you both the "I want to stay here!" feeling and the "I could make money with this!" feeling. Completely renovated in 2022 and thoughtfully improved since, this charming cottage sits on a picturesque 1-acre lot between downtown Helen and Unicoi State Park. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living space filled with natural light, stylish finishes, and comfortable, tasteful furnishings, while a new propane fireplace adds that extra touch of warmth and ambiance. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while the beautifully updated bathroom now includes a new tile floor. Both bedrooms offer cozy spaces to relax after a day of exploring the North Georgia mountains. But the charm doesn't stop at the front door! Step outside and enjoy your own private CREEKSIDE oasis. A mountain stream runs through the property and can be heard throughout the grounds, creating the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or an evening around the new stone fire pit. You'll fall in love with the ultimate mountain glamping amenity-a luxury Hypedome garden igloo, perfect for year-round starlit dining while the renovated gazebo and new outdoor canopy provide plenty of room to relax and entertain. Additional improvements include a new well pump, automatic sand filtration system, French drain system behind the house, updated electrical wiring, new gutter guard system, and a new high-efficiency 9.8 EPM instant hot water heater, new 2025 Stor-Mor storage shed with double doors and outdoor security cameras. Imagine mornings with the sound of the creek, afternoons exploring Helen, and evenings gathered around the fire under a blanket of stars. Whether you keep it as your own mountain retreat or continue its successful life as a vacation rental, this charming creekside cottage is ready for its next adventure-and it could be yours.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jackie Apigo 706-499-4634,

    Nacoochee Real Estate,

    Ethan Smith 706-949-6064,

    Nacoochee Real Estate

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10831639MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room
      Kitchen
      • Features: Country Kitchen
      Heating
      • Central, Electric
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
      • Laundry: In Kitchen
      Features
      • Master On Main Level, Tile Bath
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 952
      • Total interior livable area: 952 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 952
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Guest
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Gas Grill
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
      Lot
      • Size: 1 Acres
      • Features: Level, Private
      Details
      • Additional structures: Gazebo, Other, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 042B 044

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow/Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Cabin
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Propane, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Helen

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $478/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $213,160
      • Annual tax amount: $1,753
      • Date on market: 8/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 9 days
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $444,300

        $422,000 - $467,000

        $1,269/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/24/2026Listed for sale$455,000+18.2%$478/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10831639 Report a problem
        9/6/2024Sold$385,000-3.5%$404/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10337222 Report a problem
        7/30/2024Price change$399,000-6.1%$419/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #10337222 Report a problem
        7/12/2024Listed for sale$425,000+150%$446/sqft
        Source: FMLS GA #7418428 Report a problem
        12/3/2021Sold$170,000-14.1%$179/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/25/2021Pending sale$197,900$208/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9071910 Report a problem
        10/25/2021Listed for sale$197,900$208/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9071910 Report a problem
        10/23/2021Listing removed$197,900$208/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9055611 Report a problem
        9/23/2021Listed for sale$197,900-9.2%$208/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9055611 Report a problem
        9/23/2021Listing removed$217,900$229/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9038127 Report a problem
        8/22/2021Listed for sale$217,900$229/sqft
        Source: GAMLS #9038127 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,754 +10.1%$85,264 +11.5%
        2024$1,593 +3.3%$76,488 +12.4%
        2023$1,543 +30.1%$68,040 +36.1%
        2022$1,186 +113.1%$49,996 +140.7%
        2021$557 +2.4%$20,768 +7.5%
        2020$544 -0.3%$19,328
        2019$546 $19,328
        2018$546 +3.5%$19,328 +2.6%
        2017$527 +45.9%$18,836 +45.9%
        2016$361 $12,912 -58.2%
        2015$361 +13.9%$30,880 +4.2%
        2014$317 $29,630 -11.3%
        2012-- $33,410
        2011-- --
        2010-- --
        2009-- --
        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 30545

        Getting around

        11 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Mount Yonah
        • Middle: White
        • High: White

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