$710,143Average Value$237Average Price per Sq Ft85Homes For Sale
“The Enchanted Land” of North Georgia
The Paleo tribe of the Blue Ridge Mountains once called Big Canoe “The Enchanted Land.” Centuries later, the nickname holds up, and that land is now part nature reserve, part mountain retreat. About two-thirds of residents live there full-time, while others come up for the weekend. Whether they are there year-round or just a few days a month, anyone who enters the front gates at Big Canoe gets to enjoy sweeping views of the Appalachian Mountains and private hiking, fishing and golfing. “Big Canoe shines even on a rainy day,” says Charles Vecchio, a Realtor with Century 21 Results who has lived in the community for 17 years and is nicknamed “the Mayor of Big Canoe.” “It’s like a sanctuary, and it’s got something for everyone.”
Hiking, golfing, fishing and more in the Blue Ridge Mountains
In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, there is always a way to enjoy the great outdoors. Local volunteers maintain over 20 trails ranging in length and skill level. Causal explorers can hike the wildflower-covered McDaniels Meadows Park Trails, advanced hikers can venture through the challenging Nancy Womack Trail, and those with four-wheel drive can race through the Upper or Lower Jeep Trails. Big Canoe also has three on-site lakes. Lake Petit has a marina and is stocked with rainbow trout all year for fishing, and Lake Disharoon and Lake Sconti are both popular for swimming and boating. The Mountain Golf Course has 27 holes through hills and valleys, and the Racquet Club operates 18 tennis and pickleball courts. The Wildcat Recreation Center, Big Canoe Chapel and over 50 clubs round out the many recreation and social offerings. “If you want to be a hermit in the mountains, you can,” says Maggie Hosmer, a Realtor with Harry Norman Realtors who has lived in Big Canoe for 16 years. “If you want to be social, we have clubs and a beautiful church to join.”
Reservation-only dining at Home Restaurant
Big Canoe residents don’t have to leave the front gates to grab dinner, thanks to the Mountains Grill on Lake Sconti. Outside the gates, Home Restaurant on Steve Tate Highway is less than a mile from the Wildcat Recreation Center. The restaurant is reservation-only and open for dinner between Tuesday and Friday. On these select nights, Home serves a rotating selection of small plates and entrees made of local ingredients. Lucky Hare, next to Home, also has limited hours. It is open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday, with a small tasting menu and an extensive wine list. North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall on Georgia Highway 400 (GA-400) is 22 miles away. The mall has dozens of clothing shops and grocery stores like Ingles Market and Publix.
Big Canoe’s cabins in the mountains
The community has homes for both full-time residents and visitors. One-story, circular cabins with wrap-around porches are popular with weekenders and sell for $300,000 to $400,000. Larger cabins between 2,000 and 4,000 square feet often have distinctive features, like tall A-frame shapes or real logs lining the outside. These properties are typically $400,000 to $700,000. Custom homes also fill Big Canoe, usually mixing modern features like asymmetric roofs with rustic stone and wood exteriors. A newer single-family home can cost $700,000 to $900,000, while larger, private estates overlooking the golf course or the mountains are $1 million to $2 million. Big Canoe’s subdivisions are private and built into hills and thick trees. The community’s CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, below the national average of 4. “I just left for 10 days, and my doors were unlocked; it’s that safe,” Vecchio says.
Atlanta commuters take Interstates 75 and 575
While Big Canoe is outside city life, weekenders and full-time commuters frequently drive the 68 miles into Atlanta. GA-400 connects to I-75 and I-575 to go into downtown. “People will still commute because they want to drive to work on a beautiful back road instead of sitting in Atlanta traffic,” Hosmer says. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 70 miles away, and Big Canoe is within 20 miles of healthcare at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper.
Split between Pickens Schools and Dawson Schools
The community is in two public school districts. Pickens County School District serves the west side. Tate Elementary School, Jasper Middle School for grades 5 through 6, Pickens County Middle School for grades 7 through 8, and Pickens High School all earn B scores on Niche. Pickens High School focuses on fine arts, including visual art, dance and playwriting programs. Families on the east side can send their children to Dawson County School District. Robinson Elementary School and Dawson County Junior High School, for grades 8 through 9, have B scores, Dawson County Middle School for grades 6 through 7 has a B-plus grade, and Dawson County High School has a B-minus. Dawson Schools’ band, chorus, and theater programs are all hosted inside the district’s 1,000-person capacity venue. The University of North Georgia, one of six major military colleges in the country, is about 25 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Eagle's Rest
Picnic Area
Hiking
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Big Canoe
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Big Canoe, GA sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Big Canoe, GA over the last 12 months is $698,497, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked within the coveted Blackwell Creek neighborhood of Big Canoe, this elegant craftsman retreat offers timeless charm and exceptional privacy. Surrounded by mature trees and lush, blooming gardens, the home’s striking gabled rooflines, elegant entry, and three-car garage create a grand yet inviting first impression. Inside, the chef’s kitchen impresses with custom wood cabinetry, granite
Big Canoe Dream Retreat with Mountain Views & Waterfall Sounds on 2.7 Private Acres near the North Gate and Wildcat Recreational Area.Peaceful, Private, Perfect Mountain Sanctuary.This one-owner home has thoughtful finishes in every space. This beautifully maintained home offers privacy, scenic views, and all the comforts of refined mountain living.A gentle driveway leads to dual-level parking
NEW LISTING! Beautiful Outdoor Lovers Dream Home! Hike to the Jeep Trail from your back yard. View and hear the Upper Falls from your home! Listen to the peaceful sounds of the noisy, rushing creek and enjoy the year-round panorama mountain views! Extensive recent updates and renovations to this home on a quiet cul-de-sac. The vaulted great room has a wall of windows and floor to ceiling stacked
Priced to sell...Great 1.4 acre Big Canoe lot near the marina with potential lake and mountain views. The community has all the amenities you could want including golf, tennis, fitness center, boating, hiking, swimming pools, full clubhouse and restaurant and miles of hiking trails. Come and build your dream house in Big Canoe and enjoy the casual North Georgia Mountains Lifestyle.
This fully furnished luxury home is one of the BEST PANORAMIC VIEWS IN BIG CANOE! Mountains, Lake Petit and even a partial Atlanta skyline! This is a magnificent home with a stunning chef's kitchen, a private owner's suite, a huge sunroom, a party space with hot tub and multiple decks, a private game room and so much more. You can live in luxury without the hassle of home ownership with this rare
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,100
Median Age
69
Population under 18
5.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
61.4%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$124,503
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,725
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
58.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
% Population in Labor Force
38.6%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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