LONG-RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS + 2 LOTS + MOSTLY TURNKEY! Charming 3BR / 2 1/2 BA mountain cabin on 2 lots totaling 1.29 acres in the gated Walnut Mountain community. The property includes the 0.71-acre lot with the home plus an adjacent 0.58-acre lot, offering added privacy & view protection. Enjoy year-round long-range mountain views in a peaceful wooded setting with all paved roads & a concrete driveway for easy year-round access. This mostly turnkey & furnished cabin features wood, log & stone exterior finishes, cathedral ceilings, a cozy gas log fireplace, & a spacious layout with the primary bedroom on the main level. All three bedrooms offer beautiful mountain views, allowing you to wake up to the scenery. Outdoor living is ideal with a screened-in porch, covered & open decks, & a wrap-around porch perfect for enjoying the mountain setting. The unfinished basement is already stubbed & plumbed for expansion with room for a bedroom, full bath & living area, plus a 1-car garage in the basement. Recent improvements include A/C replaced 9/2020, roof replaced 8/2022, exterior stain & trim paint with new wood pickets & wire porch railing (7/2024), & a 24kW whole-home generator installed 9/2024. Walnut Mountain offers a gated entrance, pool, tennis courts & pavilion, water service is included in the HOA dues, & residents can ride their four-wheelers throughout the community. Downtown Ellijay is just 10-15 minutes away, & residents 65+ enjoy no school tax. Convenient to apple orchards, hiking trails, Springer Mountain (Appalachian Trail), wineries, Amicalola Falls, Fort Mountain, trout streams, tubing, kayaking & more. Perfect for full-time living, a mountain getaway, or a remote work retreat with high-speed internet.
- MLS# 10705883
- Date Listed03/06/2026
- Days on Realty 6 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size 1.29 acres (56,192 sq. ft)
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Subdivision Walnut Mountain
- Property Type Single Family
- County Gilmer
- Year Built 2003
- Water Private
- Square Feet 2,831 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $203.11
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Hardwood
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Central
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 1.29
- Lot Size SQFT 56,192.40
- Lot Features Level, Sloped
Directions
Property is just past 204 Rainbow Ridge Dr, Ellijay GA 30536 (use LandGlide). From Walmart in Ellijay: Turn R on Highland Pkwy, then R on Hwy 515 N. In 2.2 mi turn L on First Ave, then R on Hwy 52 E. In 5.3 mi turn L on Big Creek Rd. In 9.7 mi turn R on Rainbow Ridge. Walk past the no trespassing signs and look for the power line crossing the property with red survey tape on both sides of the road. Property is just before the mobile home.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $3,000 Annually
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
9.01 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
5.97 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.48 mi
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Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
9.01 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
5.97 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
6.48 mi
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North Georgia Christian Academy
Private • PK - 12
7.18 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 173 Pleasant Oak Trl | Listing | 2 | 1 | Jan 26, 2026 | $79,900 | Mar 12, 2026 | - |
| 235 Mountain Lake Rd | Listing | 3 | 3 | Jan 26, 2026 | $399,000 | Mar 30, 2020 | $373,000 |
| 991 Garnet Dr | Listing | 4 | 4 | Jan 26, 2026 | $429,850 | Oct 14, 2022 | $114,100 |
| 144 Clark Dr | Listing | 3 | 3 | Feb 04, 2026 | $379,900 | Dec 26, 2023 | $577,128 |
| 167 Sally Cir | Listing | 4 | 3 | Jan 26, 2026 | $649,777 | Mar 21, 2024 | $837,300 |
| 959 Lower Tails Creek Road | Listing | 4 | 3 | Jan 26, 2026 | $249,900 | Jan 24, 2024 | $345,758 |
| 135 Ruby Ln | Listing | 2 | 2 | Feb 04, 2026 | $429,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $505,826 |
| 298 Chandler Way | Listing | 4 | 3 | Jan 26, 2026 | $349,900 | Mar 21, 2024 | $348,938 |
| 2671 Knight RD | Listing | 1 | 1 | Feb 04, 2026 | $254,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $206,905 |
| 167 Sally Circle | 4 | 3 | Jan 26, 2026 | $649,777 | Mar 12, 2026 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,344 | 1,908 | 32,318 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 98 | 538 | 76 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 42.7 | 38.7 | 44.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $55,442 | $55,621 | $55,790 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $27,129 | $23,059 | $29,054 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 89 | 83 | 88 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 29.1°F | 29.1°F | 29.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 85.7°F | 85.7°F | 85.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.13" | 61.74" | 61.74" | 38" |
0/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
0/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
0/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 1/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 217 Walnut RDG
Source: Realty.com
217 Walnut RDG, Ellijay, GA 30540 is a Single Family 2,831 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 86 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $575,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 86 photos of 217 Walnut RDG.
Our records indicate that 217 Walnut RDG was built in 2003.
The full address for this home is 217 Walnut RDG, Ellijay, GA 30540.
217 Walnut RDG has been listed on Realty.com since Fri March 06, 2026
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 1/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 217 Walnut RDG. Ellijay Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Crossroads Alternative School (Grades: 6 - 12), Gilmer High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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