$178,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2016

279 Penland St Ellijay, GA 30540

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,880 Sq Ft
1.57 Acres

Recently Sold

$62 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Wrap Around Porch

About This Home

As of June 2025

Convenient Location & Hard to find Traditional Home 4BR/2BA less than 1 mile of Downtown Ellijay^On 1.57 Acres w/Older Growth Trees & Beautiful Landscape, Seasonal Mtn View^ Main Level Great Room w/Masonry FPLC opens to dining area & eat in Kitchen. Main level outdoor space w/ wrap around deck, covered back porch, fenced area ready for your pets, 3 BRs on the main, one is Master BR w/ensuite BA w/double vanity & shower tub combo. The full finished Terrace Level features Great Room w/REAL Stone Fplc, huge storage area, utility room, another Master Bedroom w/ensuite bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Meg Loudermilk

RE/MAX Town And Country License #121257 Listed on: 05/01/2016

RE/MAX Town And Country

Last Buyer's Agent

Candy Ledford

NOT A VALID MEMBER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,247

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 1.57 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Carport Spaces

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,880 Sq Ft Home
  • Roommate Plan
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet on the lower level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Insulated Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Finished Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Ellijay Elementary School
  • Gilmer Middle School
  • Gilmer High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3065 080

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,247

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Levels Stories: One
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Masonry
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, Pantry, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Great Room - 1 Story
  • Square Footage: 2880.00
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Roommate Floor Plan
  • Lower Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Lower Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • View: Mountain(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Carport or Garage: 2
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: In Basement

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ellijay
  • Middle School: Gilmer
  • High School: Gilmer

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.5700
  • Lot: 00
  • Land/Lot: 26&27
  • Section G M D: 2
  • Deed Book: 1229
  • Deed Page: 356
  • Plat Book: 00
  • Plat Page: 00
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.57
  • Parcel Number: 3065 080
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Windows

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1247.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3065-080
  • Close Date: 2016-07-18
  • Tax Year: 2015

MLS Schools

  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Ellijay
  • High School: Gilmer
  • Middle School: Gilmer

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Blueviewstays Llc
Bought by
Mathews Charles W and Mathews Debbie J
Seller's Agent
Gail Taylor Colvin
First Suburban Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gail Taylor Colvin
First Suburban Realty
List Price
$609,900
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-5.72%
Views
175

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
46.29%
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Outstanding Balance
$475,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$122,294

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 15, 2022
Closed on
Aug 30, 2022
Sold by
Stokes Christopher Frank
Bought by
Blueviewstays Llc
Seller's Agent
Martha Hernandez
Georgia Mountain Living Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-4.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.28%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2020
Closed on
Dec 3, 2020
Sold by
Stokes Christopher Frank
Bought by
Stokes Christopher Frank and Stokes Zachary
Seller's Agent
Angie Watkins
Mountain Place Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$380,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.41%
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Limited Warranty Deed $575,000 --
Warranty Deed $525,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $475,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $342,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Sold $575,000 -3.4% $200 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Price Changed $595,000 -2.4% $207 / Sq Ft
02/03/2025 02/03/25 For Sale $609,900 +16.2% $212 / Sq Ft
09/02/2022 09/02/22 Off Market $525,000 -- --
09/01/2022 09/01/22 Sold $525,000 -4.5% $182 / Sq Ft
08/15/2022 08/15/22 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2022 07/28/22 For Sale $549,900 +44.7% $191 / Sq Ft
12/04/2020 12/04/20 Sold $380,000 0.0% $132 / Sq Ft
10/23/2020 10/23/20 Pending -- -- --
09/04/2020 09/04/20 For Sale $380,000 +113.5% $132 / Sq Ft
07/18/2016 07/18/16 Sold $178,000 -5.1% $62 / Sq Ft
05/23/2016 05/23/16 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2016 05/02/16 For Sale $187,500 -- $65 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,277 $211,500 $14,000 $197,500
2023 $3,296 $206,060 $8,560 $197,500
2022 $2,991 $169,980 $7,840 $162,140
2021 $2,662 $134,140 $6,320 $127,820
2018 $1,704 $74,280 $5,360 $68,920
2017 $1,128 $45,840 $5,360 $40,480
2016 $377 $48,480 $5,360 $43,120
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Gail Taylor Colvin

    First Suburban Realty

  • J

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Julia Anne Lower

    First Suburban Realty

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Martha Hernandez

    Georgia Mountain Living Realty, LLC

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Non NON-MLS MEMBER

    NON-MLS OFFICE

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Angie Watkins

    Mountain Place Realty

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Meg Loudermilk

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 5684562

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 3065-080

Georgia Gilmer County Ellijay 30540

279 Penland St, Ellijay, GA

This home is located at 279 Penland St, Ellijay, GA 30540 and is currently priced at $178,000, approximately $61 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 279 Penland St is a home located in Gilmer County with nearby schools including Ellijay Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School, and Gilmer Middle School.

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