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$709,047$188 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $14,500 on Aug 26, 1999

686 HICKORY RIDGE DR

ELLIJAY, GA 30536
3
Baths
3,770 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.
3.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$709K
$583K low$835K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$14,500 · Aug 26, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$893 (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.$278,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$695,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.3.61
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 32 ft²Patio · 1,164 ft²Porch · 439 ft²

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

M
Clear Creek Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Gilmer High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
E
Clear Creek Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 mi

District: Gilmer County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30536These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.57 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,928
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,555
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 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

686 Hickory Ridge Dr 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 89% of homes in Gilmer County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Ellijay 30536
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Gilmer County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Gilmer County

What homes are worth in Ellijay 30536

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

This home
$62K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Ellijay 30536.

How it measures up in Ellijay 30536

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellijay 30536.

Estimated value$709,047
CheaperTypical $429,531Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area3,770 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,766 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size3.61 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 686 Hickory Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllijay 30536Gilmer County
Estimated valuepricier than$709,04786% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18826% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than3,770 ft²93% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.61 ac69% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199959% of homes53% of homes

About 686 Hickory Ridge Dr

How much is 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA is $709,047 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $583,068 to $835,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA last sell?

686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA last sold on Aug 26, 1999 for $14,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA?

686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA has 3 bathrooms, 3,770 square feet of living space and a 3.61-acre lot.

When was 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA built?

686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA?

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

How does 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA compare to other homes in Ellijay 30536?

Among the 5,530 homes in Ellijay 30536, it is worth more than 86% of them ($709,047 against a typical $429,531), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($188 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,770 ft² against a typical 1,766 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (3.61 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1999 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Gilmer County, it is worth more than 89% 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 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Hickory Ridge Dr, Ellijay, GA was $893. The county assessed it at $278,080.

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