1564 Big Ben Rd, Ellijay, GA, 30540
About This Home
Ellijay Mountain Retreat ~ Welcome to this charming, fully furnished, 2BR/1BA cabin nestled in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, offered fully furnished and turnkey for effortless enjoyment or immediate rental income. This inviting getaway features a proven short-term rental history with Super Host & Preferred Guest status, making it an excellent opportunity for both investors and those seeking a personal mountain escape. Ideally located near hiking and biking trails, award-winning wineries, and the shops and dining of Ellijay, this cabin blends rustic charm with comfort and convenience. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an income-producing property, this cabin offers character, location, and proven performance from day one!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1999
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Frame,Log Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet,Cabin
- Property subType: Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Oven,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,None,See Remarks
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Wood,See Remarks,Eat-in Kitchen
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 672
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3091C 021
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Covered,See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
- Waterbody name: Community
- Frontage type: Road,Lakefront
- Topography of land: Sloping,Rolling,See Remarks
Lot
- Lot size: 1.81 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,See Remarks,Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Ice Storm
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,971 | $23,652 |
| Home Insurance * | $163 | $1,956 |
| Property Taxes | $444 | $5,328 |
| Electricity | $219 | $2,637 |
| Total | $2,797 | $33,564 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Georgia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-17 | Price change | $399,500 |
| 2026-02-23 | Listed for sale | $405,000 |
| 2023-06-29 | Sold | $377,500 |
| 2023-05-31 | Pending sale | $385,000 |
| 2023-05-20 | Listed for sale | $385,000 |
| 2022-05-17 | Sold | $405,000 |
| 2022-02-28 | Pending sale | $325,000 |
| 2022-02-24 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2005-10-14 | Sold | $136,500 |
| 2005-06-28 | Sold | $101,000 |
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