$795,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

317 River Escape Dr Cherry Log, GA 30540

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,076 Sq Ft
3.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$383 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 600 Feet of Waterfront
  • Mountain View
  • Private Lot
  • 3.3 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2025

GREAT OPPORTUNITY - NEW PRICE - SOLD TURNKEY W/UTV WITH FULL ASKING PRICE - Modern Luxury Meets Untamed Beauty - Elevated above it all, this mountain-top masterpiece sits on 3.30 private, wooded acres with rare approximately 200 feet of river frontage along the Ellijay River offering a breathtaking blend of architectural design and natural wonder. Permitted in 2023 and finished in 2024 and can be sold fully furnished, this modern mountain cabin is a study in contrast: sleek, clean lines softened by organic materials and warm textures. Walls of glass invite panoramic views, while three fireplaces (1 wood burning in living room, 2 gas logs outside terrace level and deck). The oversized island kitchen flows seamlessly into the open-concept living area, and the terrace level offers a second living room, two additional bedrooms, and access to a hot tub for entertaining. Stroll or ride down your own private ATV trail to a flat riverside escapeCoperfect for picnics, quiet mornings, or unforgettable evenings under the stars. A property like this is rarely available and never forgotten. Schedule your private showing today and experience luxury redefined!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joe Hammonds Swain

1 Look Real Estate License #383708 Listed on: 05/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Hannah Brooks Sims

Atlanta Communities License #430265

Atlanta Communities

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,221

Year Built

  • Built in 2023

Lot Details

  • 3.3 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • 600 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front
  • Private Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $63 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Pad

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

  • Ellijay Primary/Elementary School
  • Clear Creek Middle School
  • Gilmer High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • River Escape Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,221

Year Built

Built in 2023

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$63 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2023
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Other
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.30
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: Cabin
  • Total Finished Area2: 2076
  • Special Features: NewHome
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 918
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1158
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1158
  • Interior Amenities: Master On Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Outside
  • Flooring: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Price Per Square Foot: 382.947

Beds/Baths

  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Lower Level: 2
  • Bedroom Main Level: 1

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Frontage: 600
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Stone
  • Lot Features: Private, Sloped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront Features: No Dock Or Boathouse

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Pad
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 750
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ellijay Primary/Elementary
  • High School: Gilmer
  • Middle School: Clear Creek
  • Elementary School: Ellijay Primary/Elementary
  • Middle School: Clear Creek
  • High School: Gilmer

Lot Info

  • Deed Book: 2522
  • Deed Page: 31

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 3

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2221

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2022
Sold by
Darr Michael
Bought by
Burke Nichole K and Burke William Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,500
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
River Escape Cherry Log Ll
Bought by
Darr Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $90,000 --
Warranty Deed $55,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $628,250 New Conventional
Closed $67,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $44,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $795,000 0.0% $383 / Sq Ft
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $795,000 -0.6% $383 / Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 For Sale $800,000 -- $385 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

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 $2,221 $143,360 $56,000 $87,360
2023 $896 $56,000 $56,000 $0
2022 $915 $52,000 $52,000 $0
2021 $545 $27,480 $27,480 $0
2020 $604 $27,480 $27,480 $0
2019 $622 $27,480 $27,480 $0
2018 $630 $27,480 $27,480 $0
2017 $676 $27,480 $27,480 $0
2016 $552 $22,000 $22,000 $0
2015 $509 $20,640 $20,640 $0
2014 -- $20,640 $20,640 $0
2013 -- $11,800 $11,800 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10514349

Georgia MLS

APN: 3092F-015