Seller's Agent in 2025
Catherine Benitez
RE/MAX
(706) 889-4784
240 in this area
367 Total Sales
157 Destiny Way Ellijay, GA 30540
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,502
Sq Ft
5.33
Acres
Highlights
- 5.33 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 3 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of January 2025Have you been searching for a property that is secluded but not isolated? What about has the farmhouse look and is a stones throw away from one of Georgia's most scenic lakes? Then this property is your Destiny! This spacious home has been meticulously renovated to exude charm & functionality throughout. Inside, find a vaulted ceiling great room with white-washed slatted ceiling and easy flow to the kitchen & dining spaces. The kitchen features a breakfast nook with bay window, a large island with elevated bar seating and double-oven gas range, industrial pipe-style open shelving, farmhouse sink, plus a roomy pantry with custom double barn doors. Off the kitchen find easy access to the garage & laundry/mudroom. The great room flows into the dining area with room for a large table plus a convenient half bath. Continue out to the enchanting sunroom with its vaulted & beamed ceilings, custom bar rail & shelf, and the perfect spot to feel the suns rays on those chilly North GA days. Finishing the 1st floor, the master suite has its own corner fireplace, french doors out to the deck, custom double sink vanity, large tiled shower, plus spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find 2 BRs, one at each end of the hallway overlooking the great room, plus a full bath. Both BRs are huge & have built-in window seats with storage, plus large closet space. The basement level could be the ultimate man cave, used for extra family space, or perfect as an in-law suite. With custom features throughout, there is another BR, BA, wet bar area, gym room that leads to the back yard, plus large workshop & additional storage. The exterior features a large fire pit area perfect for family s'more nights, tons of landscaping & hardscaping, a fenced garden area with a chicken coop all the hens will envy, fenced back yard, and several open decks. Located on nearly all paved roads and not within an HOA, this is the home that dreams are made of.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay Brokerage Email: 7065157653, mollym@remax.net License #259673 Listed on: 12/10/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE License #0
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,261
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 5.33 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,502 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Sheet Rock Walls or Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 3 Fireplaces
- Insulated Windows
- Carpet
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Septic Tank
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 12
- Assessor Parcel Number 3011 019Z
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 10, 2024
Closed on
Jan 14, 2025
Sold by
Foley Carla A
Bought by
Baker Jamie and Baker Martin
Seller's Agent
Catherine Benitez
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE
List Price
$749,500
Sold Price
$749,500
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$33,986
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.70%
Original Mortgage
$749,500
Outstanding Balance
$744,204
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$28,690
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 27, 2017
Closed on
May 12, 2017
Sold by
Higgs Paul T
Bought by
Foley Carla A and Foley Kevin James
Seller's Agent
Audrey Cann
C-21 In The Mountains - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
Cindy West
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
List Price
$240,900
Sold Price
$240,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.97%
Original Mortgage
$228,855
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2010
Sold by
Citimortgage Inc
Bought by
Higgs Paul T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,800
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2010
Sold by
Pruett Joyce G
Bought by
Citimortgage Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2007
Sold by
Elliott Mary G and Pruett Joyc
Bought by
Pruett Joyce G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$289,600
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2002
Sold by
Elliott Mary G
Bought by
Elliott Mary G and Pruett Joyce G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 14, 2002
Sold by
Elliott Mary and Elliott Pruett
Bought by
Elliott Mary G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2000
Sold by
Elliott Mary G
Bought by
Elliott Mary and Elliott Pruett
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 2000
Sold by
Elliott Mary and Elliott Pruett
Bought by
Elliott Mary
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Bought by
Elliott Mary and Elliott Pruett
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $749,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $240,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $116,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $101,400 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
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| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $749,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $228,855 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $92,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $289,600 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2025 01/14/25 | Sold | $749,500 | 0.0% | $214 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/15/2024 12/15/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/10/2024 12/10/24 | For Sale | $749,500 | +211.1% | $214 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/19/2017 05/19/17 | Sold | $240,900 | 0.0% | $69 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/29/2017 04/29/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/27/2017 03/27/17 | For Sale | $240,900 | -- | $69 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,261 | $187,836 | $25,760 | $162,076 |
| 2023 | $2,210 | $174,596 | $11,680 | $162,916 |
| 2022 | $2,190 | $149,836 | $11,680 | $138,156 |
| 2021 | $2,076 | $118,436 | $10,240 | $108,196 |
| 2020 | $2,152 | $107,740 | $10,000 | $97,740 |
| 2019 | $2,213 | $107,740 | $10,000 | $97,740 |
| 2018 | $2,068 | $107,740 | $10,000 | $97,740 |
| 2017 | $2,109 | $85,732 | $10,000 | $75,732 |
| 2016 | $2,176 | $86,664 | $10,000 | $76,664 |
| 2015 | $1,976 | $80,160 | $11,280 | $68,880 |
| 2014 | $2,057 | $80,280 | $11,280 | $69,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $81,320 | $11,280 | $70,040 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Catherine Benitez
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2017
Audrey Cann
C-21 In The Mountains - Ellijay
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Cindy West
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Cindy West
RE/MAX
(706) 273-9033
414 in this area
474 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 412067
APN: 3011-019Z
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