$950,000
SOLD JUN 11, 2020

616 Chief Whitetails Rd Ellijay, GA 30540

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,746 Sq Ft
2.65 Acres

Recently Sold

$254 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

250 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Fitness Center
  • Cabana
  • Fishing

About This Home

As of February 2025

FOR THE DISCERNING BUYER WHO DOES NOT WANT THE ORDINARY! The investment, quality, and uniqueness of this home cannot be beat! Originally listed for $2,975,000. Inside the exclusive gated mountain resort community of UTANA BLUFFS in the Blue Ridge Mtns. Log & Timber Frame home designed by Winterwoods Homes of Virginia. Every inch is custom designed using only the highest quality products sourced from near and far including glorious arched timber beams from Mark Bowe (currently of DIY Network- Barnwood Builders). Elevator. Viewing Tower. 5 Fireplaces inside and out. Master on the Main. Secondary ensuite bedrooms + second great room on separate level from the master suite. Outdoor living at its finest: 3 expansive levels of wrap around porches with gorgeous views and outdoor fireplaces. Porte cochere pavilion with fireplace for extended family feasts. 75yr Steel Roof. Smart Home. Sound System. Wolf. Subzero. Copper sinks. Community Amenities: Concierge at your service, Social Clubhouse, Tennis, Fitness Center, FishingPonds, Miles of Hiking Trails, Waterfalls, Mountainside Lookouts, Garden, Bocce Ball, Playground+Trampoline, Ultimate Frisbee, Mtn bikes, Horseshoes, Croquet, Indoor game room and more! An exclusive Trout Fishing Retreat is currently being developed near the entrance of the community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Curran

Beacham and Company License #362259 Listed on: 06/28/2019

Beacham and Company

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Knutzen

Ansley Real Estate| Christie's International Real Estate License #246978

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,255

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 2.65 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Private Entrance
  • Mountainous Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $233 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Rural

Home Design

  • Chalet
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,746 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Private Rear Entry
  • Two Story Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Open-Concept Dining Room
  • Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
  • Game Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Sustainable

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Separate his and hers bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Security Gate
  • Smart Home
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Pad
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Driveway

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Accessible Entrance

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Energy-Efficient Doors
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Cabana
  • Creek On Lot
  • Balcony
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • 110 Volts
  • Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 146
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3004B 032

Community Details

Overview

  • Utana Bluffs Association
  • Secondary HOA Phone (706) 669-0782
  • Utana Bluffs Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Catering Kitchen
  • Clubhouse
  • Meeting Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Fishing
  • Park
  • Trails

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,255

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$233 per month

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Chalet, Rustic
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Entrance
  • Levels Stories: Three Or More
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Sustainable
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Gas Log, Glass Doors, Great Room, Outside
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 5
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Elevator, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Smart Home, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Kitchen Island, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Family Room, Game Room, Great Room - 2 Story
  • Dining Room Features: Open Concept, Seats 12+
  • Square Footage: 3746.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Lower Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Lower Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate His/Hers, Separate Tub/Shower, Whirlpool Tub

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Cabana
  • Construction Materials: Log, Stone
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Rooftop, Side Porch
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard
  • View: Mountain(s), Rural

Garage/Parking

  • Carport or Garage: 1
  • Number of Carport Spaces: 1
  • Number Of Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Driveway, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Security Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Mud Room
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Electric: 110 Volts

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Catering Kitchen, Clubhouse, Concierge, Fishing, Fitness Center, Gated, Lake, Meeting Room, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 2800
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Management Company Email: ubpm@etcmail.com
  • Management Phone: 706-669-0782
  • Subdivision Complex: UTANA BLUFFS

Association/Amenities

  • Management Company: Utana Bluffs

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.6500
  • Lot: 146
  • Land/Lot: 145
  • Section G M D: 2
  • Plat Book: 50
  • Plat Page: 276
  • Lot Features: Creek On Lot, Mountain Frontage, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Dimensions: x
  • Parcel Number: 3004B 032
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Appliances, Doors, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7255.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3004B-032
  • Close Date: 2020-06-11
  • Tax Year: 2018

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Creek

MLS Schools

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

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
$1,314,381

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
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 $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

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 $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

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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 6570761

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 3004B-032