Living the dream! Must see 100+ year old Victorian Style home located in the historical district in the heart of the city of Ellijay. This beautiful home has been completely remodeled and updated with the latest features and finishes. You are within easy walking distance of the downtown square and all the many shops, eating establishments, and night life that the town has to offer. Imagine sitting in your own backyard watching the annual fireworks display! You also have the opportunity to decorate your home's exterior to help the town celebrate the different holiday seasons. Enjoy spending time on the many porches, in rocking chairs or porch swings and let the peaceful and serene setting take you over. This homeplace offers an excellent location to retire or would be great for a family that wants to be a part of the many activities a small town has to offer.
Active
Price cut: $199K (7/21)
$1,500,000
85 River St, Ellijay, GA 30540
3beds
3,264sqft
Residential
Built in 1889
0.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 149 days
- 459
- 23
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alan Dover 706-889-8126,
Mountain Ridge Realty, LLC.
Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 429197
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Partial bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Great Room, Office
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Electric, Mini-Split, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Sheetrock, Wood, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,264
- Total interior livable area: 3,264 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Carport, Driveway, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: See Remarks
- Exterior features: Storage, Private Yard, Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage type: Road
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 10183 010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Brick, Other
- Roof: Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: See Remarks
Location
- Region: Ellijay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $838,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,658
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-11.7%$460/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #429197 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000+229.3%$521/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #429197 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2020 | Sold | $516,000-2.5%$158/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Listing removed | $529,000$162/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Town & Country #8496080 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2019 | Price change | $529,000-2%$162/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Town and Country #6107943 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2019 | Price change | $539,900-1.8%$165/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Town and Country #6107943 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2019 | Price change | $549,900-8.3%$168/sqft |
Source: REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay #283845 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $599,999$184/sqft |
Source: REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay #283845 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,658 +7.8% | $335,520 +13.6% |
| 2024 | $4,322 -3.6% | $295,480 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $4,485 -5.4% | $291,480 +21.2% |
| 2022 | $4,743 +5.3% | $240,560 +26.9% |
| 2021 | $4,506 +270.3% | $189,640 +14.4% |
| 2020 | $1,217 -10.8% | $165,840 |
| 2019 | $1,365 +3.2% | $165,840 +23.9% |
| 2018 | $1,322 +61.1% | $133,800 +21.4% |
| 2017 | $820 | $110,240 -1.1% |
| 2016 | $820 | $111,480 +12.5% |
| 2015 | $820 +6.4% | $99,080 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $771 -68.8% | $98,360 -6% |
| 2013 | $2,471 | $104,600 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
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