Sold
$425,600
197 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
2beds
1,780sqft
Residential
Built in 1999
1.7 Acres Lot
$425,500 Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$2,024 Estimated rent
Home value
$425,500
$404,000 - $447,000
$2,024/mo
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What's special
Turnkey STR Investment or Private Mountain Retreat – Cherry Lake Community. Discover this story telling enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom fully furnished cabin in the desirable Cherry Lake community, where rustic charm meets modern comfort on just under 2 private wooded acres. Perfect as a personal getaway or a proven short-term rental income property, this home offers both lifestyle and investment appeal. The exterior boasts a durable metal roof, wood siding with stone accents, and a spacious concrete driveway with parking for up to five vehicles plus a two-car carport—ideal for hosting family and guests. Step inside to soaring windows that fill the home with natural light, a well-equipped kitchen, cozy dining area, and inviting living space. The main level features a guest bedroom, full bath, and convenient laundry. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a jetted garden tub with a rain shower above and additional washer/dryer hookups. Outside, enjoy three expansive decks, a relaxing hot tub, two fire pit areas, and a fun game room—all designed for entertaining and guest enjoyment. Additional features include a Generac generator, low HOA fees ($300/year for road maintenance), and access to Cherry Lake. Just 17 minutes to Blue Ridge and 20 minutes to Ellijay, this cabin is ideally situated for year-round rental demand. Whether you're seeking a tranquil mountain retreat or a high-performing STR, this Cherry Log gem delivers both lasting memories and strong rental returns.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 03:20pm
Listed by:
Kendall Wiseley 706-889-8121,
BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay
Bought with:
Edward Schaack, 427337
eXp Realty, LLC
Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 418723
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Sheetrock, Wood, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Concrete, Wood, Carpet
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Vented
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,780
- Total interior livable area: 1,780 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal
- Frontage type: Road
Lot
- Size: 1.70 Acres
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 3104E 139
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Country
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Log, Log Siding, Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community
- Utilities for property: Cable Internet
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Blue Ridge
- Subdivision: Cherry Lake
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 annually
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $425,600-5.4%$239/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #418723 | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Pending sale | $449,900$253/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #418723 | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,900$253/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #418723 | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $449,900$253/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #418723 | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,900-2.2%$253/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #418723 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,114 -12.7% | $200,992 -9.9% |
| 2023 | $3,567 +10.4% | $223,032 +35.3% |
| 2022 | $3,231 +436.8% | $164,840 +21.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 30513
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ellijay Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.9 mi
- 8/10Clear Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 14.7 mi
- 7/10Gilmer High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.6 mi

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