NOT LISTED FOR SALE

285 Martin Rd Ellijay, GA 30536

Estimated Value: $713,199 - $871,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
4,340 Sq Ft
$180/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2019

Last sale price $515,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,456/month

172 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Gated Community
  • 8.55 Acre Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of April 2019

There's no place like home! Especially this spectacular 5BR/3BA private estate in the gated Cartecay Ridge. Sitting on 5.44 fenced in acres with 3.2 acres across the road for extra privacy. Beautifully landscaped with stone pathways and a wisteria arbor. Massive detached 4 car/RV garage on paved, circular driveway. You'll love the granite countertops, wood floors, 4 stacked stone fireplaces, 2 master suites, huge walk-in closets with built-in's, custom dressing room, hidden wine cellar, spacious office, large terrace level perfect for entertaining. Walk to the Rich Mtn WMA or the rushing Cartecay River. Close to hiking trails, waterfalls, river sports, apple orchards, and within 5 minutes to town.

Last Listed By

Lauren Marquez

REMAX Town & Country - BR Downtown Brokerage Phone: 7066324422 License #374221 Listed on: 08/28/2018

REMAX Town & Country - BR Downtown

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $960

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 8.55 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Garden

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Seasonal

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Sheet Rock Walls or Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Window Screens
  • Storm Windows
  • Laundry on main level
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Spa Bath

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Septic Tank
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 35,36,24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3098W 021

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Cartecay Ridge Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$960

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: Road
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.55
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Cartecay Ridge
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4340
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Country/Rustic, Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Attribution Contact: 7066324422
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Has Basement: Finished
  • Spa Features: Bath, Heated
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Outside, Vented
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Sheetrock, Wood
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main,Lower

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Seasonal, Trees/Woods
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Topography: Wooded,Level,Sloping,Rolling
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Fire Pit
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 4
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Detached, Driveway, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 300
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 372438
  • Parcel #: 3098W 021
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 35,36,24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2018
Closed on
Apr 12, 2019
Sold by
Austin Christopher M
Bought by
Galuska Alan A and Galuska Cynthia J
Seller's Agent
Lauren Marquez
REMAX Town & Country - BR Downtown
Buyer's Agent
Ashlee Pickelsimer
REMAX Town & Country - Thomas Team
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Total Days on Market
172
Current Estimated Value
$781,800

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$266,800
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2014
Sold by
Austin Gary W
Bought by
Austin Christopher M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2013
Sold by
Austin Gary W
Bought by
Austin Christopher M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2007
Sold by
Rissanen Investments Inc
Bought by
Mount West Construction Llc

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Galuska Alan A $515,000 --
Austin Christopher M -- --
Austin Christopher M -- --
Mount West Construction Llc $30,000 --
Austin Gary $315,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Galuska Alan A $241,500
Previous Owner Mount West Construction Llc $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2019 04/12/19 Sold $515,000 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
02/17/2019 02/17/19 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2018 08/28/18 For Sale $515,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

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 $960 $250,240 $18,000 $232,240
2023 $987 $250,240 $18,000 $232,240
2022 $3,375 $213,560 $14,400 $199,160
2021 $3,283 $171,724 $14,400 $157,324
2020 $3,530 $160,480 $14,400 $146,080
2019 $3,505 $154,760 $12,960 $141,800
2018 $3,528 $153,800 $12,000 $141,800
2017 $3,002 $122,000 $12,000 $110,000
2016 $3,070 $122,280 $10,800 $111,480
2015 $2,781 $112,800 $10,800 $102,000
2014 $2,807 $109,560 $12,000 $97,560
2013 -- $113,280 $12,000 $101,280
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 281422

Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

APN: 3098W-021