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$911,098$309 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

40 RIVER RD

ELLIJAY, GA 30540
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,947 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.
1.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$911K
$720K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,157 (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.$365,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$245,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$333,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$913,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Tlog Home
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.39
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 60 ft²Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 554 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Ellijay Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.3 mi
H
Gilmer High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.0 mi
M
Clear Creek Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.1 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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

40 River Rd 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Ellijay 30540
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Ellijay 30540
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Ellijay 30540

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$1.2M

This home is worth more than 95% 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$911,098
CheaperTypical $392,247Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,947 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size1.39 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 40 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllijay 30540Gilmer County
Estimated valuepricier than$911,09895% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30977% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than2,947 ft²89% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.39 ac52% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than199641% of homes43% of homes

About 40 River Rd

How much is 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA is $911,098 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $720,497 to $1,101,699. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA last sell?

40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA last sold on Feb 4, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA?

40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,947 square feet of living space and a 1.39-acre lot.

When was 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA built?

40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a tlog home home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA?

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

How does 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA compare to other homes in Ellijay 30540?

Among the 11,983 homes in Ellijay 30540, it is worth more than 95% of them ($911,098 against a typical $392,247), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($309 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,947 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1.39 ac against a typical 1.28 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1996 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Gilmer County, it is worth more than 95% 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 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40 River Rd, Ellijay, GA was $1,157. The county assessed it at $365,400.

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