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$335,205$230 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $335,000 on Sep 1, 2026

288 RIDGECREST CIR

ELLIJAY, GA 30540
2
Baths
1,456 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.52 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$335K
$326K low$344K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Sep 1, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$315 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$112,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyGILMER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.52
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 52 ft²Porch · 224 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Gilmer High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
E
Mountain View Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Clear Creek Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Gilmer County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30540These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.115

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,718
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,047
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

288 Ridgecrest Cir measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Gilmer County

What homes are worth in Ellijay 30540

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$41K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Ellijay 30540.

How it measures up in Ellijay 30540

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellijay 30540.

Estimated value$335,205
CheaperTypical $379,720Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.52 ac
SmallerTypical 1.27 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 288 Ridgecrest Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllijay 30540Gilmer County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,20541% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23052% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²40% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.52 ac14% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than200053% of homes56% of homes

About 288 Ridgecrest Cir

How much is 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA is $335,205 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $326,222 to $344,188. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA last sell?

288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA last sold on Sep 1, 2026 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA?

288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.52-acre lot.

When was 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA built?

288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA?

288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA is assigned to Gilmer High School (high), rated C+; Mountain View Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Clear Creek Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Gilmer County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA compare to other homes in Ellijay 30540?

Among the 11,978 homes in Ellijay 30540, it is worth more than 41% of them ($335,205 against a typical $379,720), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($230 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.52 ac against a typical 1.27 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (2000 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Gilmer County, it is worth more than 37% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 288 Ridgecrest Cir, Ellijay, GA was $315. The county assessed it at $112,440.

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