3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 409 Owensby Mill Drive, Owensby Mill, Ellijay — photo 1Front elevation
3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 409 Owensby Mill Drive, Owensby Mill, Ellijay — photo 2Living space
3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 409 Owensby Mill Drive, Owensby Mill, Ellijay — photo 3Kitchen
3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 409 Owensby Mill Drive, Owensby Mill, Ellijay — photo 4Owner's suite
3 bedroom Single Family Residence at 409 Owensby Mill Drive, Owensby Mill, Ellijay — photo 5Exterior / yardView all 19 photos →
Active Single Family Residence
$450,000
3-Bedroom Home in Owensby Mill

409 Owensby Mill Drive, Ellijay, GA 30536

Single Family Residence in Owensby Mill, Ellijay · No CDD
Owensby Mill · Ellijay, GA 30536 · Gilmer
Listing data updated September 11, 2026 · refreshed twice daily
3Bedrooms
2.5Bathrooms
3,532Sq Ft
1998Year Built
$127Per Sq Ft
GarageNo CDD
Momentum Research: independent market analysis, flood data, insurance estimates, buyer leverage, and objective property scoring, alongside the MLS listing. Not just the listing sheet.
Highlights

As of September 11, 2026, 409 Owensby Mill Drive in Owensby Mill, Ellijay is listed at $450,000 (3,532 sq ft, about $127 per sq ft). It came to market within the past week. Listing facts: built in 1998, no HOA. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

  • No CDD assessment on record
  • Built 1998 · 28 yrs
  • 3,532 sq ft of living area
  • Garage
  • Active listing
  • HOA ~$50/mo (estimate; confirm)
Property timeline

This home’s history

  • 1998BuiltPer public record
  • Sep 11, 2026First trackedObserved at $450,000
  • NowActiveCurrently for sale

Build year is from public record. Listing milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Financing

Estimated monthly payment

$2,975/mo
  • Principal & interest $2,325/mo 78%
  • Taxes $394/mo 13%
  • Insurance $206/mo 7%
  • HOA $50/mo 2%

$2,975/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 6.71% · edit any field to update.

Editable estimate — not a loan offer. Estimates only; see data & estimate notes.

Momentum Scores

Momentum Property Score

44/100
Strongest on: Price vs area (50), Affordability (50)
0 limited50100 exceptional

44/100 is below average across the objective indicators below. It reflects only those measures — not the home’s quality, condition, or desirability.

A 0-100 score built from objective property and market data: flood risk, insurance, pricing, supply, affordability, and recent sales. Higher means more measures line up in a buyer’s favor. It reflects only the factors below.

Price vs area50
This home $127/sq ft vs the community 12-month median $127/sq ft.
Affordability50
List price $450,000 vs the community median $450,000. Not a measure of personal affordability.
Renovation upside32
From a 1998 build and $127/sq ft vs the community median $127/sq ft. Not a condition assessment.

Momentum Scores are objective, rules-based indicators computed from listing facts, public records, and recent nearby sales. They are not appraisals, valuations, investment advice, or judgments about a neighborhood or who should live there. Verify independently.

Momentum Research

The Momentum read

🟡 Asking $127 per square foot, about in line with the community’s $127 median. Owensby Mill’s 12-month median sold price per square foot is $127. MLS facts: Georgia MLS closed sales. A per-square-foot gap is context, not an appraisal; condition, lot, and view set the final number here.

What’s unique here: no CDD assessment.

Jump to: About this home · Every number, sourced · Monthly cost · Flood & risk · History · FAQ

Updated September 11, 2026 · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

Listing description

About this home

The house may feel like home, but it's what lies beyond the backyard that makes this setting hard to replicate. Set on more than 2 acres, the property borders U. S.

Forest Service land, with thousands of wooded acres stretching beyond your own - a rare backdrop that adds a sense of privacy and connection to the mountains without putting you far from town. Closer to home, a gently sloping lawn, mature trees, small pond, stonework, and charming footbridge give the property an established feel with plenty of character. Inside, the layout was made for comfortable everyday living, with all three bedrooms on the main level and an open living and dining area anchored by hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and a stone fireplace.

Just beyond, a sunroom wrapped in windows offers a cozy place for morning coffee, reading, or watching the seasons change through the trees. Covered porches front and back create even more room to slow down outside, while the partially finished terrace level, two-car garage, and separate powered garage provide space for storage, hobbies, or future possibilities. The community also offers private access to the Cartecay River with two riverside pavilions, while Downtown Ellijay is only about five minutes away.

With short-term rentals permitted, there's flexibility for how the property can be enjoyed, whether as an everyday home, a mountain getaway, or a place to share with others!

Description provided by Keller Williams Elevate and reproduced from the MLS; not independently verified.

Property facts & sources

Every fact, sourced

Listing data, public records, our calculations, and what to verify — each fact shown once. Estimates and calculations shown are for general information only, are not appraisals or advice, and should be independently verified.

Listing facts MLS

List price$450,000
Bed / bath3 / 2.5
Living area3,532 sq ft
Year built1998
Property typeSingle Family Residence
GarageYes
MLS #10844168
Listing statusActive

Public records & third-party data

FEMA flood zoneNot verified — check msc.fema.gov
Windstorm exposureLow
CountyGilmer
Estimated first-year tax~$4,725/yr
CDD assessmentNone on record
HOA (estimate)$50/mo

Calculated estimates

Price per sq ft$127
Estimated monthly payment$2,975
Insurance (illustrative)$2k–$4k/yr
Comparable-sales median$450,000

Buyer should verify Buyer verify

Exact HOA dues, fees, and restrictionsRoof age and conditionHVAC age and conditionA property-specific insurance quoteSurvey and lot boundariesPermit historyFlood-insurance requirementsSchool zoning (confirm with the district)Property taxes after sale (homestead reset)CDD / community assessmentsSquare footage and room dimensions
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Elevate · Listing agent: The Mountain Life Team · 706-623-8186Provided via the Georgia MLS (GAMLS) Internet Data Exchange · Source: Georgia MLS (GAMLS) · © 2026 Georgia MLS. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. · deemed reliable but not guaranteedIDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate.
The Messtimate™

The Messtimate

This is a deliberately dumb estimate — living area times a range of recent neighborhood $/sq ft, and nothing else. It is not an appraisal, not market value, and not a valuation of this home. Even a tight range from comparable sales can’t price a specific home — here’s why.

$395,584the mess$501,544

Actual list price: $450,000 — compare it against the range above. The Messtimate is a blind sqft estimate; the list price reflects this specific home.

A 27% spread on the same house — and that gap is exactly what an automated guess can't see:

  • Condition & updates — a 1998 home may have had its roof, kitchen, or HVAC replaced since, or not; sq ft can't see either.
  • The lot & views — a premium golf, water, or preserve lot vs. a road-facing one: same sq ft, very different price.
  • Outliers skew it — one flip or distressed sale in the comps drags the whole $/sq ft up or down.
  • Carrying costs & concessions — CDD, HOA, insurance, and seller-paid buydowns change what a buyer actually pays.

And here's what the live market is doing — which the number above ignores entirely:

  • 125 active listings competing, 26 under contract

For reference, this home is listed at $450,000 ($127/sq ft) — a number set with analysis a Messtimate can't do.

Want a property-specific review from a licensed agent? A Momentum Realty agent will do a real, free comparative market analysis — walking the home, the lot, the condition, and the live market. That's the difference between a Messtimate and a valuation.

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Methodology: 3,532 sq ft × $112–$142/sq ft from recent nearby closed sales (public records). Estimate for general information only; not an appraisal, valuation, or offer. Updated September 11, 2026.

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Transparency

Price & listing history

Listed for $450,000Momentum Realty · on market 0 days
Public records

Building permits

Permit history not yet linkedConfirm permit history with the county building department.
Estimated ownership costs

Estimated costs & disclosures

Estimated ownership costs for general information. Confirm each with the county, your lender, and an insurer. See data & estimate notes.

Property tax (first-year est.)
~$4,725/yr

A rough first-year estimate only, applying a typical Gilmer rate to the list price before any exemptions. Florida bills vary substantially after reassessment, homestead and other exemptions, and local taxing districts — this is not your expected bill. Confirm with the county property appraiser.

CDD assessment
None

No CDD assessment on record for this community.

Insurance (illustrative range)
$2k–$4k/yr

An illustrative modeled range, not based on carrier underwriting and not a quote. Florida premiums vary significantly by roof age, wind-mitigation features, claims history, and carrier — a real quote can land well outside this range. Flood zone not verified for this address — check msc.fema.gov and confirm coverage. Get a quote from a licensed insurer before relying on any figure.

HOA
$50/mo

Covers the master association & common areas. Confirm exact dues and what they include.

Environmental data

Flood zone & elevation

Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.

FEMA flood zone
Not verified

Not yet verified for this address. Look up the parcel at msc.fema.gov before relying on any flood assumption.

Ground elevation
Not on record

Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.

Windstorm / insurance
Obtain a quote

This is a coastal Florida county. Premiums and coverage vary by home; obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.

Connectivity

Internet & broadband

Fiber
Check availability

AT&T Fiber covers much of NE Florida; confirm availability at the address.

Cable
Likely

Xfinity/Spectrum cable broadband is widely available.

5G Home
Backup

T-Mobile / Verizon fixed-wireless as a backup option.

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Market data · public records

Recent sales activity in Owensby Mill

Recent comparable closed sales near this home, from public records. Summary figures are for general reference only and are not a valuation of this property. See the Owensby Mill neighborhood guide for more.

Comparable sales found
0

Recent nearby closings in the data set.

Community median sale price
$450,000

Canonical 12-month median closed price. Reference only.

Community median $/sq ft
$127

Canonical 12-month median $/sq ft. Reference only.

Assigned schools

Assigned schools

Schools currently assigned to this address in Gilmer County, provided as neutral factual data. Assignments can change — confirm current zoning with the school district. This is not a statement about the home's suitability for any person or family.

Clear CreekAssigned elementary school · Gilmer County School District
Clear CreekAssigned middle school · Gilmer County School District
GilmerAssigned high school · Gilmer County School District
How it stacks up

Comparable recent sales

Recent closed sales nearby, with photos, so you can compare. Sold prices are public record, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

No closely comparable recent sales were found in this data set.

If you rent it out

Investment snapshot

Objective rental and cash-flow estimates for a buyer weighing this as an investment. Rough figures for general information only — not a guarantee of rent, an appraisal, or investment advice. Verify independently.

Estimated rent$2,062 – $3,000/moa rough gross-rent-yield range on list price (comp-based estimate coming).
Estimated cap rate4.3%Net operating income ÷ list price; excludes financing.
Est. monthly cash flow−$974 – −$130At 25% down, 30-yr; after a 10% vacancy/maintenance/management reserve.
Before you decide

Buyer research checklist

Items worth confirming for 409 Owensby Mill Drive, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.

  • Built in 1998 (28 years): ask for the roof and HVAC replacement dates — insurers commonly ask for roof age on homes this old, and it changes the premium.
  • The listing reports no HOA: confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to this parcel.
  • Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and confirm with your insurer whether flood insurance is required.
  • Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Gilmer County; age of roof and any prior claims affect the premium.
  • Listed living area is 3,532 sq ft: verify it against the property appraiser's record and measure before relying on it.
  • Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
  • Review permit history with the county.
  • Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $4,725/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price; confirm exemptions with the county tax assessor.
  • School zoning shown here comes from district data and changes; confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before relying on them.
Nearby & commute

Approximate distances

Approximate drive times for general reference only.

City
Ellijay

Groceries, dining, and parks for this city — see the city guide.

County
Gilmer

Schools, taxes, and services are county-administered — see the county guide.

Community
Owensby Mill

Amenities and HOA/CDD detail on the neighborhood guide.

Provenance

Data sources & freshness

Listing recordGeorgia MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 11, 2026)
Community market statsGeorgia MLS closed sales, as of September 11, 2026
Flood zone & elevationNot verified for this address — look it up at msc.fema.gov
Taxes & monthly costEstimated from county rates; not a quote
Insurance figureModeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering
Schools2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district

Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Georgia MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.

Answered before you ask

Frequently asked questions

How big is 409 Owensby Mill Drive and when was it built?

Per the listing record, 409 Owensby Mill Drive was built in 1998 and has 3,532 sq ft of living area, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.

What community is 409 Owensby Mill Drive in?

409 Owensby Mill Drive is in Owensby Mill in Ellijay, Gilmer County. The community section on this page shows recent closed sales, days on market, and active inventory for Owensby Mill from the same MLS data.

Does 409 Owensby Mill Drive have an HOA?

The listing reports no HOA. Confirm with the county record that no deed restrictions or mandatory association apply to the parcel.

How are property taxes on 409 Owensby Mill Drive estimated?

The estimate on this page (about $4,725 per year) assumes the county reassesses at the list price. Georgia counties reassess after a sale and exemptions such as homestead must be applied for by the new owner, so the seller's current bill is not a guide. Confirm with the county tax assessor.

Is 409 Owensby Mill Drive in a flood zone?

A flood designation has not been verified for this address. Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) and confirm with your insurer.

Can I rely on the figures on this page?

No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.

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