Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,780 sqft

197 Smith Hill Rd, Blue Ridge, GA 30513

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.7 acresLot Size
1999Year Built
$239/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$300/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Turnkey STR Investment or Private Mountain Retreat – Cherry Lake Community. Discover this story telling enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom fully furnished cabin in the desirable Cherry Lake community, where rustic charm meets modern comfort on just under 2 private wooded acres. Perfect as a personal getaway or a proven short-term rental income property, this home offers both lifestyle and investment appeal. The exterior boasts a durable metal roof, wood siding with stone accents, and a spacious concrete...Turnkey STR Investment or Private Mountain Retreat – Cherry Lake Community. Discover this story telling enchanting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom fully furnished cabin in the desirable Cherry Lake community, where rustic charm meets modern comfort on just under 2 private wooded acres. Perfect as a personal getaway or a proven short-term rental income property, this home offers both lifestyle and investment appeal. The exterior boasts a durable metal roof, wood siding with stone accents, and a spacious concrete driveway with parking for up to five vehicles plus a two-car carport—ideal for hosting family and guests. Step inside to soaring windows that fill the home with natural light, a well-equipped kitchen, cozy dining area, and inviting living space. The main level features a guest bedroom, full bath, and convenient laundry. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a jetted garden tub with a rain shower above and additional washer/dryer hookups. Outside, enjoy three expansive decks, a relaxing hot tub, two fire pit areas, and a fun game room—all designed for entertaining and guest enjoyment. Additional features include a Generac generator, low HOA fees ($300/year for road maintenance), and access to Cherry Lake. Just 17 minutes to Blue Ridge and 20 minutes to Ellijay, this cabin is ideally situated for year-round rental demand. Whether you're seeking a tranquil mountain retreat or a high-performing STR, this Cherry Log gem delivers both lasting memories and strong rental returns.
  • Listed by: Kendall Wiseley 706.889.8121 Kendall.Wiseley@metrobrokers.com • BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay
Listing closed: 12/10/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS, MLS#: 418723
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$425,000

Avg days on market

59

Sale-to-list ratio

95.9%

Blue Ridge, GA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of BHGRE Metro Brokers - Ellijay, Kendall Wiseley

Sold By eXp Realty, LLC, Edward Schaack

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Property Information for 197 Smith Hill Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Residential
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Country
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
  • Township: Blue Ridge
  • View: Mountain(s), Seasonal
  • Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Lot Size: 1.70 AC / 74,052 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -84.3889494, 34.8184104
  • Country: US
  • County Or Parish: Gilmer
  • Directions: From Ellijay - take 515 North to LEFT onto Joann Sisson. Follow this road, go over a bridge, cross train tracks and stay left. When you come to a big brown and green sign, turn RIGHT on Cherry Lake Drive: Continue going up until pavement ends. Take the first LEFT AFTER you see the sign on the right for Ascherman Rd. You will see a sign for Cohutta Mtn Rd, take the first RIGHT on Smith Hill Rd. Last cabin on Left. SIP
  • Latitude: 34.8184104
  • Longitude: -84.3889494
  • State Or Province: GA
  • Parcel Number: 3104E 139
  • Subdivision Name: Cherry Lake
  • Zip Code: 30513
  • Topography: Level,Sloping
  • MLS Area Major: Ar 7 Gilmer
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: 300
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Lot: 139,140
Parking
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport, Concrete
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Blue Ridge
  • Elementary School District: Blue Ridge
  • High School District: Blue Ridge

Property

Lot Information
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.7
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 74052
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 340
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1780
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Frontage Type: Road
  • Living Area: 1780
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: No
  • Year Built: 1999
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Community

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
  • Roof: Metal
  • Spa Features: Bath, Heated
  • Spa: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Finished
  • Baths Full: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
  • Baths Total: 2.0
  • Beds Total: 2.0
  • Construction Materials: Log, Log Siding, Stone
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Vented
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Concrete, Wood, Carpet
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Sheetrock, Wood
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Stories: 1.0

Property History for 197 Smith Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925483003

$425,600

+1.1% / yr

Nov 15, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1478563631

$407,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925483003

$425,600

+1.1% / yr

11/15/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1478563631

$407,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

197 Smith Hill Road

Beds

0

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

2,120 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,780 SqFt

Finished Basement SqFt

340 SqFt

Stories

2

Schools near 197 Smith Hill Road

This home is within Gilmer County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ellijay Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Clear Creek Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Gilmer Middle School
Public5 to 6

Clear Creek Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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