Seller's Agent in 2025
Cindy West
RE/MAX
(706) 273-9033
75 in this area
379 Total Sales
290 River Escape Dr Ellijay, GA 30540
Ellijay AreaEstimated Value: $934,000 - $1,004,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,640
Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Gated Community
- 3.74 Acre Lot
- Deck
- View of Trees or Woods
- Craftsman Architecture
- Great Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of July 2025Escape to Rustic Luxury on 3.74 Private Acres with Year-Round MOUNTAIN VIEW and deeded RIVER ACCESS! Located in River Escape, a small gatedcommunity ideally located between Ellijay and Blue Ridge. This custom-crafted home offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and refined finishes, with quality craftsmanship showcased throughout. Distinctive architectural details include rough-sawn beams, cedar shakes, Hardie board siding, live-edge accents, hickory floors, iron twig banisters, and a stunning stone fireplace. Vaulted ceiling elevates the great room, while a cascading waterfall feature creates a dramatic focal point in the stairwell. The gourmet kitchen features brick flooring, quartz and granite countertops, a walk-in pantry, top-of-the-line appliances, a breakfast nook, and a formal dining area. A cozy sunroom, perfect as a den, office, or sitting room, brings the outdoors in. The main-level owner's suite includes beautiful coffered ceiling, dual walk-in closets and a spa-like bath with custom tilework. The finished terrace level adds two guest bedrooms, full bath, a family room/recreation area with a wet bar, and there is an unfinished space ideal for storage or a future fourth bedroom or bunk room. Outdoor living is just as impressive with a screened-in porch featuring a stone fireplace, a terrace-level deck, and a firepit area. Additional highlights include an oversized 2-car garage, ample parking, and a whole-house generator. Homes in River Escapeenjoy a common area along the banks of the Ellijay River. HOA fee is $750 per year. This home has never been a rental; however, short-term rentals are allowed.(Adjacent 3.66 acre lot with direct river frontage is available for additional cost.)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Town And Country License #118574 Listed on: 06/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,060
Year Built
- Built in 2017
Lot Details
- 3.74 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a private road
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $63 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Property Views
- Woods
- Mountain
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Country Style Home
- Cabin
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stone Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Fireplace
Schools
- Ellijay Elementary School
- Clear Creek Middle School
- Gilmer High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Power Generator
- Well
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 6
- Assessor Parcel Number 3092F 006
Community Details
Overview
- River Escape Subdivision
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2025
Closed on
Aug 1, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cindy West
RE/MAX Town And Country
Buyer's Agent
Christine O'Neill
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
List Price
$949,777
Sold Price
$893,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,777
-5.98%
Views
39
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
$69,042
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.73%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 1, 2021
Closed on
Apr 16, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cindy West
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
Kim Knutzen
Ansley Real Estate Christie's Int. Real Estate
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.18%
Original Mortgage
$810,000
Interest Rate
0.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $893,000 | -- | ||
| $900,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $94,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $810,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $893,000 | -6.0% | $245 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/25/2025 06/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | For Sale | $949,777 | +5.5% | $261 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/16/2021 04/16/21 | Sold | $900,000 | 0.0% | $247 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/05/2021 03/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/01/2021 03/01/21 | For Sale | $900,000 | -- | $247 / Sq Ft |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,889 | $381,152 | $24,000 | $357,152 |
| 2024 | $4,898 | $378,352 | $24,000 | $354,352 |
| 2023 | $5,054 | $377,960 | $24,000 | $353,960 |
| 2022 | $4,849 | $311,800 | $22,000 | $289,800 |
| 2021 | $1,363 | $224,200 | $18,000 | $206,200 |
| 2020 | $1,469 | $184,520 | $16,480 | $168,040 |
| 2019 | $1,536 | $184,520 | $16,480 | $168,040 |
| 2018 | $650 | $28,320 | $24,800 | $3,520 |
| 2017 | $271 | $11,000 | $11,000 | $0 |
| 2016 | $276 | $11,000 | $11,000 | $0 |
| 2015 | $291 | $11,800 | $11,800 | $0 |
| 2014 | $302 | $11,800 | $11,800 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,800 | $11,800 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cindy West
-
Christine O'Neill
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christine O'Neill
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty
(404) 857-7058
128 Total Sales
-
Kim Knutzen
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kim Knutzen
Ansley Real Estate Christie's Int. Real Estate
(770) 402-1908
4 in this area
220 Total Sales
Map
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 7599381
APN: 3092F-006
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