$487,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2025

788 Newport Dr Ellijay, GA 30540

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,531 Sq Ft
0.74 Acres

Recently Sold

$192 Per Sq Ft

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after Coosawattee River Resort! This beautifully maintained craftsman-style home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a versatile over-the-garage flex space. Situated on a generous .74-acre lot with a fenced-in yard, this home offers both privacy and convenience with a long, private driveway. Being offered with all furniture being negotiable, step inside to a large open floorplan living space that seamlessly flows into a modern kitchen featuring granite countertops and a spacious walk-in pantry. The main level hosts a large primary suite, with ample space. storage and comfort. Secondary bedrooms are thoughtfully placed in a separate corridor, ensuring privacy for all. Enjoy the serene outdoors from the expansive screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The large, encapsulated crawl space ensures a dry and healthy environment for storage, while the two-car garage provides ample parking and storage solutions. Stay connected with high-speed internet availability, making working from home or streaming your favorite shows a breeze. Living in Coosawattee River Resort means enjoying a wealth of amenities at your fingertips, including 3 pools, parks, river access, tennis courts, and more. The home's prime location offers easy access to the resort's gate and is just a short drive to downtown Ellijay, making everyday errands and commuting a breeze. This home is perfect for those looking to enjoy a serene lifestyle while being part of a vibrant community. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity—schedule your showing today and experience all that this incredible property has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jacob Engstrom

REMAX Town & Country - BR Appalachian Brokerage Email: 7066327653, mollym@remax.net License #408212 Listed on: 03/09/2025

REMAX Town & Country - BR Appalachian

Co-Listed By

Brandon Simmons

REMAX Town & Country - BR Appalachian Brokerage Email: 7066327653, mollym@remax.net License #431722

Last Buyer's Agent

Kerry Bernard

REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay License #405251

REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,207

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.74 Acre Lot
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2,531 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sheet Rock Walls or Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3051A 085

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Coosawattee Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,207

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: Road
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.74
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 411
  • Co List Office Phone: 706-632-7653
  • Subdivision Name: Coosawattee
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Country/Rustic, Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Attribution Contact: 7066327653, mollym@remax.net
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
  • Has Basement: Partial, Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Vented
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Sheetrock, Wood, See Remarks
  • Living Area: 2531
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Topography: Level,Sloping,Rolling
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Cedar, Concrete, Composite
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Driveway, See Remarks, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • 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: Tennis Court(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, River Access, Creek Access, Pickleball, Clubhouse, Playground, Pavilion, See Remarks
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 1025
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Gilmer County

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 32234.4
  • Parcel #: 3051A 085

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2020
Closed on
Aug 21, 2020
Sold by
Brown Benjamin C
Bought by
Cardascia John and Cardascia Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Teleka Holbrook
REMAX Town & Country - Blairsville
Buyer's Agent
The Fountain Team
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
Sold Price
$329,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.53%
Original Mortgage
$296,550
Outstanding Balance
$266,585
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$249,516

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2017
Closed on
Jul 14, 2017
Sold by
Marrs Betty Jane
Bought by
Brown Benjamin C and Brown Pamela H
Seller's Agent
Chela Bailey
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
The Fountain Team
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$255,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.59%
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 20, 2015
Closed on
Feb 16, 2016
Sold by
Osik Anita E
Bought by
Marrs Betty Jane and Marrs George William
Seller's Agent
Lynn Stephens & Melissa Maxie Team
BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay
Buyer's Agent
Chela Bailey
REMAX Town & Country - Ellijay
List Price
$230,000
Sold Price
$230,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.59%
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2006
Sold by
Five Fifteen Building Supp
Bought by
Bradford David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2006
Sold by
Gilmer County Bank
Bought by
Bradford David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2005
Sold by
Bradford David
Bought by
Osik Anita E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2005
Sold by
Savola Jack O
Bought by
Bradford David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$67,150
Interest Rate
5.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1986
Bought by
Savola Jack and Savola Sharon H
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $329,500 --
Warranty Deed $255,000 --
Warranty Deed $230,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $45,000 --
Deed $12,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $296,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $204,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $103,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $107,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $15,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $34,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $228,413 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $67,150 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Sold $487,000 -2.6% $187 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2025 03/09/25 For Sale $499,900 +51.7% $191 / Sq Ft
08/21/2020 08/21/20 Sold $329,500 +29.2% $166 / Sq Ft
07/05/2020 07/05/20 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2017 07/14/17 Sold $255,000 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
06/12/2017 06/12/17 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2017 04/24/17 For Sale $255,000 +10.9% $100 / Sq Ft
02/16/2016 02/16/16 Sold $230,000 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
01/08/2016 01/08/16 Pending -- -- --
12/20/2015 12/20/15 For Sale $230,000 -- $91 / 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 $3,207 $206,960 $3,400 $203,560
2023 $2,841 $177,600 $2,920 $174,680
2022 $2,643 $150,160 $2,000 $148,160
2021 $2,392 $120,520 $2,000 $118,520
2020 $642 $99,880 $1,920 $97,960
2019 $672 $99,640 $1,680 $97,960
2018 $679 $95,440 $1,680 $93,760
2017 $677 $81,640 $2,000 $79,640
2016 $628 $81,480 $2,000 $79,480
2015 $591 $78,080 $1,800 $76,280
2014 $640 $81,840 $1,800 $80,040
2013 -- $85,800 $1,800 $84,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jacob Engstrom

    RE/MAX

  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kerry Bernard

    RE/MAX

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Teleka Holbrook

    RE/MAX

  • T

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    The Fountain Team

    RE/MAX

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Chela Bailey

    RE/MAX

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lynn Stephens & Melissa Maxie Team

    BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay

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Map

Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 413779

Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

APN: 3051A-085

Georgia Gilmer County Ellijay 30540

788 Newport Dr, Ellijay, GA

This home is located at 788 Newport Dr, Ellijay, GA 30540 and is currently priced at $487,000, approximately $192 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 788 Newport Dr is a home located in Gilmer County with nearby schools including Gilmer Middle School, Mountain View Elementary School, and Clear Creek Middle School.

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