616 Chief Whitetails Rd Ellijay, GA 30540
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,340
Sq Ft
2.65
Acres
Highlights
- Concierge
- Open-Concept Dining Room
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- Fitness Center
- Gated Community
- Craftsman Architecture
About This Home
As of February 2025Featured in Log Home Living Magazine and in the Exclusive Gated Mountain Resort Community of Utana Bluffs-Nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, this luxurious, custom-built log and timber frame masterpiece offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern elegance. Located in the highly sought-after gated community of Utana Bluffs, this 3-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home boasts extraordinary features for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Upon entering, you're greeted by a grand living space featuring soaring ceilings with arched timber bents, 185 year old antique hand hewn log walls, one of five stone fireplaces. Spanning three levels, this residence offers wrap-around porches with panoramic views of the mountains. The viewing tower elevates this property to the next level, offering unparalleled 360-degree vistas. No detail has been overlooked in this smart home, featuring a state-of-the-art sound system and a commercial-grade kitchen, complemented by exquisite copper sinks. Pursue each level by the antique oak spiral staircase or chose the custom elevator ensuring easy access across all floors, making this the ideal retreat for all generations. The home's architecture is capped by a 75-year curved steel roof, ensuring both durability and style for decades to come. Entertain in the porte-cochere/outdoor pavilion, complete with its own fireplace, perfect for hosting large family feasts. The home is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, with spaces for every season and occasion. Living in Utana Bluffs offers more than just a home-it's a lifestyle! The community features a concierge service, social clubhouse, tennis courts, fitness center, fishing ponds, and miles of hiking trails that wind through waterfalls and mountainside lookouts. Additional amenities include a garden, bocce ball, horseshoes, croquet, playground and indoor game room-Experience the perfect balance of luxury, adventure, and tranquility-Welcome Home to Utana Bluffs.
Furnishings Negotiable with separate Personal Property Bill of Sale
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties Listed on: 10/11/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,287
Year Built
- Built in 2008
Lot Details
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a private road
- Steep Slope
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $292 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Cabin
- Metal Roof
- Concrete Siding
- Stone Siding
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 5 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Ventless Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Wood Frame Window
- Two Story Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Open-Concept Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Mountain Views
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Detached Garage
- 2 Carport Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Wrap Around Porch
Schools
- Ellijay Elementary School
- Clear Creek Middle School
- Gilmer High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Power Generator
- Well
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3004B 032
Community Details
Overview
- Utana Bluffs Subdivision
Amenities
- Concierge
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2024
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Rodgers Jennifer
Bought by
Steffensen Shane M and Steffensen Venus M
Seller's Agent
JennyJanssen Rachel Hill Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Buyer's Agent
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.08%
Views
44
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
$14,381
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$975,000
Outstanding Balance
$974,194
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$340,187
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2024
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Case Elizabeth F
Bought by
Rodgers Jennifer and Rodgers Larry Oliver
Seller's Agent
JennyJanssen Rachel Hill Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Buyer's Agent
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-7.08%
Views
44
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$975,000
Outstanding Balance
$974,194
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$340,187
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Jun 11, 2020
Sold by
Curran William M
Bought by
Rodgers Jennifer and Rodgers Larry Oliver
Seller's Agent
Carol Curran
Beacham and Company
Buyer's Agent
Kim Knutzen
Ansley Real Estate| Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.90%
Original Mortgage
$712,500
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 20, 2017
Closed on
Mar 23, 2018
Sold by
Rilling Gary
Bought by
Curran William M and Curran Catherine M
Seller's Agent
Cindy West
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
Cindy West
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
List Price
$860,388
Sold Price
$860,388
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.74%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2014
Closed on
May 29, 2015
Sold by
Spcrt Ii Llc
Bought by
Rilling Gary and Rilling Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Susan Ayers
Clickit Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Brown
Love N GA Mountains Realty, Inc.
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 2009
Sold by
Spcrt Ii Llc and Winterwoods Hold
Bought by
Spcrt Ii Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2007
Sold by
Utana Bluffs Inc
Bought by
Spcrt Ii Llc and Winterwoods Holdings Ii Llc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,300,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $950,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $860,388 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $720,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $2,975,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $185,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $975,000 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $712,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $540,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Sold | $1,300,000 | -7.1% | $389 / Sq Ft |
| 12/26/2024 12/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/29/2024 11/29/24 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | 0.0% | $419 / Sq Ft |
| 11/17/2024 11/17/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2024 10/11/24 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | +47.3% | $419 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2020 06/11/20 | Sold | $950,000 | -5.0% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 03/04/2020 03/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/28/2019 06/28/19 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | +16.2% | $267 / Sq Ft |
| 04/23/2018 04/23/18 | Sold | $860,388 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/28/2018 03/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/20/2017 11/20/17 | For Sale | $860,388 | +19.5% | -- |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | Sold | $720,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/07/2015 05/07/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2014 04/03/14 | For Sale | $720,000 | -- | -- |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
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 | $6,607 | $462,220 | $60,000 | $402,220 |
| 2023 | $6,562 | $438,140 | $40,000 | $398,140 |
| 2022 | $6,616 | $381,420 | $40,000 | $341,420 |
| 2021 | $7,430 | $400,100 | $40,000 | $360,100 |
| 2020 | $8,136 | $369,880 | $40,000 | $329,880 |
| 2019 | $6,515 | $287,680 | $40,000 | $247,680 |
| 2018 | $7,255 | $322,560 | $40,000 | $282,560 |
| 2017 | $6,726 | $275,240 | $40,000 | $235,240 |
| 2016 | $6,925 | $277,760 | $40,000 | $237,760 |
| 2015 | $7,614 | $308,840 | $36,000 | $272,840 |
| 2014 | $7,791 | $304,040 | $36,000 | $268,040 |
| 2013 | -- | $279,560 | $36,000 | $243,560 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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JennyJanssen Rachel Hill Team
J
Seller's Agent in 2025
JennyJanssen Rachel Hill Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
(770) 720-1400
34 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
-
Carol Curran
Seller's Agent in 2020
Carol Curran
Beacham and Company
(770) 714-4284
22 Total Sales
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Kim Knutzen
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Kim Knutzen
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(770) 402-1908
27 in this area
322 Total Sales
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Cindy West
Seller's Agent in 2018
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(706) 273-9033
463 in this area
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Susan Ayers
Seller's Agent in 2015
Susan Ayers
Clickit Realty, Inc.
(678) 344-1600
19 in this area
4,186 Total Sales
Map
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 7473768
APN: 3004B-032
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