Ellijay Land for Sale

Welcome to Ellijay, Georgia, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Gilmer County, where the beauty of the North Georgia mountains meets the charm of small-town living. Known as the "Apple Capital of Georgia," Ellijay boasts a rich agricultural heritage and an abundance of outdoor activities that make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Ellijay is surrounded by stunning landscapes, including rolling hills, lush forests, and pristine rivers, perfect for hiking, fishing, and exploring. The area is particularly famous for its apple orchards, where visitors can enjoy seasonal apple picking and the delightful annual Apple Festival. With a vibrant downtown area filled with unique shops, cozy cafes, and friendly locals, Ellijay offers a warm sense of community that welcomes newcomers with open arms.

For those looking to invest in their own slice of paradise, Ellijay has a variety of land for sale, catering to a range of preferences and budgets. Whether you envision a serene mountain retreat, a charming homestead, or a vacation getaway, the available parcels of land provide the perfect canvas for your dreams. With easy access to outdoor adventures, local amenities, and the picturesque scenery that defines this region, purchasing land in Ellijay is not just an investment in property, but an investment in a lifestyle filled with beauty and tranquility.

Explore the possibilities that await you in Ellijay, where every corner invites you to create memories that will last a lifetime. Your dream property is just a visit away!

Newest Ellijay Land for Sale

$42,500

7852143 MLS

Build your dream mountain retreat in the sought-after Eagle’s Crest section of Reece Mountain! This beautiful, level homesite has already been cleared and thoughtfully prepared, with grading and driveway in place—saving you time and expense and making it truly build-ready. Located in a gated mountain community, Reece Mountain offers underground utilities, community water, a charming pavilion, and peaceful hiking trails that wind along a scenic creek. Nestled on Ellijay’s desirable east side in the Cartecay area—known locally for its rolling hills, apple orchards, and nearby vineyards—you’ll enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. All paved roads lead to the property with no steep or winding drives. Ideally situated just 9 miles from historic downtown Ellijay, 14 miles to Amicalola Falls, 16 miles to the Appalachian Trail, and only 30 minutes to Carters Lake and Lake Blue Ridge—this is mountain living at its best.

LT 31 Eastside Drive, Ellijay

$110,000

7851741 MLS

Welcome to High River one of Ellijay's newest gated mountain resort community, now actively building and quickly becoming one of North Georgia’s most desirable destinations for full-time living, second homes, and investment properties. As you pass through the gates, you’re greeted by a charming mountain setting with preserved natural beauty and resort-style amenities throughout the community. Residents enjoy lakeside parks and pavilions, a riverside lodge with Coosawattee River access, a private fishing lake, scenic walking trails, fire pit gathering areas, and thoughtfully maintained common spaces that enhance both lifestyle and property value. This 3.28-acre homesite has been professionally cleared and graded, offering an ideal foundation for a basement-style mountain home. Relax on your future deck while listening to the peaceful sounds of Mountain town Creek nearby. With no required timeline to build, you can secure the lot now and build when ready. Short-term and long-term rentals are permitted making this an excellent opportunity for builders and investors seeking strong rental demand in a high-amenity gated community. Paved roads, underground utilities, community water, and high-speed fiber optic internet provide modern convenience while preserving the authentic mountain experience. Come home to the mountains!

00 High River Road, Ellijay

$75,000

7851623 MLS

BREATHTAKING VIEWS from your new mountain getaway! This 3.75 acre lot is on a wide paved culdesac inside a beautiful, established, gated community with a lake, hiking trails, a pavilion, and gorgeous custom built homes. Underground utilities are available at the street, and the seller is open to OWNER FINANCING! Hurry to secure your serene mountain retreat!

172 Trailwood Drive, Ellijay

$134,000

7850955 MLS

COMING SOON | ATTAINABLE MOUNTAIN LIVING IN NORTH GEORGIA! Something exciting is coming to Shenandoah at Carter’s Lake! An affordable opportunity to own a piece of North Georgia in a beautiful GATED MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY with RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES! Enjoy a LUXURY CLUBHOUSE AND POOL, PAR-3 PRACTICE GOLF COURSE, PICKLEBALL, DOG PARK, OUTDOOR PAVILION, and UNDERGROUND UTILITIES INCLUDING FIBER INTERNET. Conveniently located near Carter’s Lake and charming Downtown Ellijay, this homesite offers a gently sloped lot that is just right to fulfill all your Mountain Modern dreams. STAY TUNED! More details coming soon! Your future mountain getaway might be more attainable than you think. CALL NOW and make it yours!

Lacey Springs Ln, Ellijay

$499,900

7851078 MLS

**Prime Commercial Opportunity in the Heart of Ellijay!** Positioned on highly traveled Hwy 5, this exceptional C-1 zoned commercial parcel offers unbeatable visibility and endless potential. With fantastic road frontage and consistent high traffic counts, this property is perfectly suited for a wide range of development opportunities including townhomes, office space, retail, or even a storage facility. Located just minutes from downtown Ellijay and with easy access to Hwy 515, this prime site places you in one of North Georgia’s fastest-growing and most desirable areas. Ellijay continues to draw both visitors and full-time residents with its charming downtown, unique shopping, award-winning wineries, outdoor adventures, and popular year-round festivals. This property combines C-1 commercial zoning, high visibility, and strong daily traffic with a location that offers convenience and accessibility, making it ideal for a variety of uses such as residential townhome development, retail, office space, or income-producing storage facilities—all surrounded by the natural beauty, tourism, and growth that make Ellijay such a sought-after destination. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to secure a high-exposure commercial property in a thriving North Georgia market.

Old Hwy 5 S, Ellijay

$468,000

7850942 MLS

PRICED TO SELL! Discover the freedom, beauty and endless possibilities of 24 unrestricted acres nestled in the North Georgia Mountains. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of pastureland, mature hardwoods, mountain views, flowing water, privacy, and direct access to nature - a true mountain retreat ready for your vision. Anderson Creek (a part of the Cartacay Watershed) flows through the property, providing a beautiful natural setting, offering easy access to your own trout-stream. The property features open pastureland ideal for horses, cattle, an equestrian estate, or a working farm along with multiple potential building sites tucked among the hardwoods. With road frontage on Hwy 52 (GA-52) and three existing driveways, access is convenient. and multiple areas of the property can be explored for homesites, barns, RV use, or recreational purposes. Existing improvements include a well, septic system, and power already on site. Bring your RV and start enjoying the property immediately - perfect for camping, weekend getaways or creating your future mountain retreat. Adding to the property's appeal it backs up to the Chattahoochee National Forest, creating an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy thousands of acres of surrounding natural beauty, hiking, wildlife and outdoor recreation. Wildlife sightings may include deer, turkey and bear, while Anderson Creek offers opportunities for fishing. Located conveniently between Ellijay (14 miles) and Dawsonville (18 miles), and approximately 24 miles from Dahlonega, you are close to some of North Georgia's most beloved attractions, including wineries, apple orchards, hiking trails, and Amicalola Falls. PRIVATE, PEACEFUL, UNRESTRICTED, NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL. Whether you envision a private mountain estate, family farm, family compound, equestrian property, hunting and recreational retreat, or simply a place to escape and reconnect with nature, this 24-acre property offers an exceptional opportunity to create something truly special in the North Georgia Mountains.

14551 Highway 52 E, Ellijay

$125,300

7850528 MLS

The perfect setting for your mountain home on this beautiful 3.5-acre lot in Ellijay. Offering privacy, wooded setting, and the potential for mountain views with selective clearing, this property is ready for your vision. Much of the preliminary work has already been completed, making it easier to move forward with your building plans. Soil and perc testing are complete, water and electric are available, and a 911 address has already been established. Whether you're looking for a full time residence, weekend mountain get away or income producing vacation rental, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Looking for even more land? The adjoining 5 acres parcel is also available, giving you the opportunity to purchase 8.5 acres for added privacy, multiple homes or investment potential.

450 Back Pine Way, Ellijay

$238,000

7850392 MLS

Fall for the setting as much as the homesite: mountain scenery, spectacular sunrise and sunset views, and the peaceful sound of the Coosawattee River flowing below. Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac in gated High River, this 3.19-acre property sits above the river at an elevation of more than 1,390 feet—a rare backdrop for a custom home. Bring your own builder and create a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a potential short-term rental, subject to applicable rules. This lot deserves to be seen in person! High River offers resident access to Lake LeCroy, Mountaintown Creek, and the Coosawattee River, along with the river clubhouse and park at the confluence, community fire pits, picnic areas, parks, and scenic trails. Paved roads, underground utilities, community water, and high-speed fiber internet add convenience to the mountain setting. Just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and close to wineries, orchards, and outdoor recreation, this is an opportunity to build somewhere that feels connected to nature—and distinctly your own.

267 River View Trail, Ellijay

$66,500

7849676 MLS

Discover an exceptional opportunity in Jake’s Landing, a gated mountain community near Carters Lake in Ellijay, Georgia. This beautiful 1.18-acre homesite offers year-round mountain views and borders more than 5,800 acres of US Army Corps of Engineers property, creating a remarkable natural setting with protected land extending beyond your own backyard. One of the greatest advantages of this location is its proximity to Carters Lake, less than a mile away. With more than 3,000 acres of water surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the lake provides endless opportunities to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming, and the outdoors. Nearby Ridgeway Recreation Area offers convenient lake access, hiking and mountain biking trails, and picnic areas. Tumbling Waters Trail is also just around the corner, providing another beautiful way to experience the area with its wooded trails, flowing water, scenic bridge, and lake views. Jake’s Landing was thoughtfully planned to combine a peaceful mountain setting with the conveniences today's buyers appreciate, including paved roads, underground utilities, high-speed internet, community water, and a gated entrance. Future community plans also include a clubhouse and pool, further enhancing the lifestyle envisioned for the neighborhood. The community offers flexibility for how and when you choose to enjoy your property. Seasonal RV stays are permitted for up to 180 days per year, allowing you to begin experiencing the North Georgia mountains even before building. When the time comes to build, homes ranging from approximately 500 to 1,200 square feet are permitted, creating possibilities for everything from an intimate mountain cabin to a comfortable, low-maintenance retreat. Short-term rentals are also permitted, adding another option for owners who may want to combine personal use with rental income potential. Historic Downtown Ellijay is just a short drive away, where locally owned shops, restaurants, wineries, apple orchards, festivals, and year-round activities capture the character of North Georgia mountain living. With protected land adjoining the property, Carters Lake less than a mile away, flexible RV and building options, and access to some of the area's most desirable outdoor recreation, this Jake’s Landing homesite offers much more than a place to build. It offers the opportunity to create your own way of experiencing the North Georgia mountains.

21 Lake Top Lane, Ellijay

$25,000

7850283 MLS

Build your North Georgia mountain retreat on TWO BUILDABLE LOTS in the desirable Walnut Mountain community of Ellijay! Lots J349 and J350 are being SOLD TOGETHER but have NOT been combined, offering added flexibility for the new owner. Build on one lot and keep the second for additional privacy, or explore the possibility of building on each lot separately. Walnut Mountain is a gated mountain community known for its natural beauty, peaceful surroundings, abundant wildlife, and impressive amenities, including a community pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, lakes, hiking trails, and access to Turniptown Creek. Enjoy the privacy and tranquility of mountain living while still being convenient to Downtown Ellijay, shopping, dining, wineries, apple orchards, hiking, and all the outdoor recreation the North Georgia Mountains have to offer. Whether you're planning a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or future investment, these two buildable lots provide plenty of possibilities. Bring your builder and start planning your place in the North Georgia Mountains!

J349 Mountain View Court, Ellijay

$12,500

7850133 MLS

Imagine creating your own place in the North Georgia mountains, tucked among the trees with the amenities of one of Ellijay's most established communities right outside your door. This wooded homesite in Coosawattee River Resort offers just over an acre to bring your plans to life, with the natural setting and privacy that make mountain living feel like an escape. Some slope adds to the character of the property, while public water, electricity, and internet availability help put a few of the building essentials within reach. Beyond your own piece of the mountains, life in Coosawattee comes with plenty to enjoy. Spend summer days by the pool, head to the river for an afternoon by the water, fit in a game of pickleball or tennis, or take advantage of the fitness center, parks, fishing, and other community amenities. When you're ready to venture beyond the gates, downtown Ellijay and all the restaurants, shops, wineries, orchards, hiking, and outdoor adventures of North Georgia are within easy reach. Whether you're dreaming of a full-time home, weekend getaway, or simply a place of your own in the mountains, this is an opportunity to start with the land and make the rest entirely yours.

LT3234 Eagle Mountain, Ellijay

$220,000

7849894 MLS

PRIME DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY IN ELLIJAY! Discover the possibilities offered by this approximately 1.45-acre property at 75 Hospital Circle, ideally positioned in a highly convenient and growing area of Gilmer County. Currently zoned R-2 High Density Residential with public water available, this property offers exciting potential for a developer or investor looking toward the future. With the establishment of public sewer, the property could potentially pursue rezoning to R-4 Residential Multi-Family Medium Density, allowing a maximum of 8 units, or R-5 Residential Multi-Family High Density, allowing a maximum of 10 units, subject to applicable zoning, sewer availability and governmental approvals. The property is currently located in unincorporated Gilmer County, with the possibility of future annexation into the City of Ellijay if advantageous and approved. Location adds tremendous appeal--convenient to Gilmer High School, Mountain View Elementary School, medical facilities, shopping, restaurants, and Downtown Ellijay. Situated in the heart of Georgia's beautiful Apple Country and home of the popular Georgia Apple Festival, Ellijay continues to attract residents, visitors and investment. An existing structure (Storage Building) is located on the property; however, the real opportunity here is in the land, location and future development potential. Approximately 1.45 acres with public water and multiple possibilities--bring your plans and explore what 75 Hospital Circle could become. Buyer/developer to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, unit density, sewer availability, annexation and rezoning possibilities with the appropriate governmental authorities.

75 Hospital Circle, Ellijay

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