For the first time in history, 400 River St in Ellijay, GA is available for purchase-offering an unparalleled chance to own one of the most iconic and historic commercial properties in the area. Originally built in 1895, this massive 6,100 sq ft former lumber mill still showcases its original timber beams and trusses, echoing the craftsmanship and industry of a bygone era. Situated on 14.09 acres within the city limits, this unique property boasts 1445+ Feet of frontage on the Cartecay River, bordering the CSX railroad, and offers some of the best and most visible road frontage at over 1665 feet in downtown Ellijay. The land includes flat open areas ideal for expansion or development, and an additional 3.46-acre terraced parcel on the opposite side of River Street. Currently, the property features two land leases generating income: a used car dealership operating out of a commercial office building, and a small cabin being utilized as a spa. Both businesses add immediate value and activity to the site, with flexibility for future uses. Whether you're envisioning a mixed-use development, boutique hotel, restaurant and event venue, retail center, or preserving and restoring the mill as a historic destination, this property offers incredible flexibility, location, and potential. Zoned within the city limits, with river frontage, historic charm, and over 14 acres of prime land, this is truly a once-in-a-generation commercial opportunity in the heart of Ellijay's growing downtown corridor. Contact us today for a private tour and to learn more about this exceptional piece of North Georgia history.
Details
MLS#
10496267
Listing Type
For Sale
Sub-Type
Resale
Status
Active
Year
2000
Days On Site
17
Listing Provided By
RE/MAX Town & Country | Jacob Engstrom
Features
Zoning
GC
Acreage
14.09
Water Front
Yes
Market Activity 30540
Date
Sales
Avg $ Per SqFt
Min Sale Price
Max Sale Price
Med Sale Price
Date: Mar 2025
Sales: 9
Avg $ Per SqFt: $278.19
Min Sale Price: $11,000
Max Sale Price: $690,000
Med Sale Price: $75,000
Date: Feb 2025
Sales: 20
Avg $ Per SqFt: $239.35
Min Sale Price: $7,000
Max Sale Price: $1,200,000
Med Sale Price: $314,200
Date: Jan 2025
Sales: 12
Avg $ Per SqFt: $254.54
Min Sale Price: $35,000
Max Sale Price: $900,000
Med Sale Price: $308,000
Date: Dec 2024
Sales: 4
Avg $ Per SqFt: $234.3
Min Sale Price: $260,750
Max Sale Price: $490,000
Med Sale Price: $422,500
Date: Nov 2024
Sales: 12
Avg $ Per SqFt: $238.73
Min Sale Price: $15,000
Max Sale Price: $1,300,000
Med Sale Price: $296,100
Date: Oct 2024
Sales: 7
Avg $ Per SqFt: $246.89
Min Sale Price: $72,500
Max Sale Price: $1,675,000
Med Sale Price: $330,000
Date: Sep 2024
Sales: 7
Avg $ Per SqFt: $237.96
Min Sale Price: $15,000
Max Sale Price: $812,000
Med Sale Price: $272,000
Date: Aug 2024
Sales: 3
Avg $ Per SqFt: $250.16
Min Sale Price: $29,900
Max Sale Price: $402,000
Med Sale Price: $250,000
Date: Jul 2024
Sales: 3
Avg $ Per SqFt: $218.89
Min Sale Price: $249,000
Max Sale Price: $470,000
Med Sale Price: $400,000
Date: Jun 2024
Sales: 1
Avg $ Per SqFt: $234
Min Sale Price: $585,000
Max Sale Price: $585,000
Med Sale Price: $585,000
Date: May 2024
Sales: 1
Avg $ Per SqFt: $
Min Sale Price: $4,200
Max Sale Price: $4,200
Med Sale Price: $4,200
Date: Apr 2024
Sales: 1
Avg $ Per SqFt: $
Min Sale Price: $7,500
Max Sale Price: $7,500
Med Sale Price: $7,500
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Mar 2025
Sales:
9
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$278.19
Min Sale Price:
$11,000
Max Sale Price:
$690,000
Med Sale Price:
$75,000
Feb 2025
Sales:
20
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$239.35
Min Sale Price:
$7,000
Max Sale Price:
$1,200,000
Med Sale Price:
$314,200
Jan 2025
Sales:
12
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$254.54
Min Sale Price:
$35,000
Max Sale Price:
$900,000
Med Sale Price:
$308,000
Dec 2024
Sales:
4
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$234.3
Min Sale Price:
$260,750
Max Sale Price:
$490,000
Med Sale Price:
$422,500
Nov 2024
Sales:
12
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$238.73
Min Sale Price:
$15,000
Max Sale Price:
$1,300,000
Med Sale Price:
$296,100
Oct 2024
Sales:
7
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$246.89
Min Sale Price:
$72,500
Max Sale Price:
$1,675,000
Med Sale Price:
$330,000
Sep 2024
Sales:
7
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$237.96
Min Sale Price:
$15,000
Max Sale Price:
$812,000
Med Sale Price:
$272,000
Aug 2024
Sales:
3
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$250.16
Min Sale Price:
$29,900
Max Sale Price:
$402,000
Med Sale Price:
$250,000
Jul 2024
Sales:
3
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$218.89
Min Sale Price:
$249,000
Max Sale Price:
$470,000
Med Sale Price:
$400,000
Jun 2024
Sales:
1
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$234
Min Sale Price:
$585,000
Max Sale Price:
$585,000
Med Sale Price:
$585,000
May 2024
Sales:
1
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$
Min Sale Price:
$4,200
Max Sale Price:
$4,200
Med Sale Price:
$4,200
Apr 2024
Sales:
1
Avg $ Per SqFt:
$
Min Sale Price:
$7,500
Max Sale Price:
$7,500
Med Sale Price:
$7,500
MLS Number: 10496267
Jacob Engstrom – (706) 632-7653 – jacobengstromremax@gmail.com
RE/MAX Town & Country – (706) 632-7653 – remaxtcdowntown@gmail.com
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MLS Number: 10496267
Jacob Engstrom – (706) 632-7653 – jacobengstromremax@gmail.com
RE/MAX Town & Country – (706) 632-7653 – remaxtcdowntown@gmail.com
