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1968 Newport DriveEllijay, GA 30540

Single Family · 3 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1,470 Sq. ft. | 0.74 Acres
$427,000 Active

1968 Newport Drive Overview

Time on Site:
137 days
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At this price, finding a brand-new home that actually feels well built is rare, and this one delivers. This gorgeous new construction offers a paved driveway, garage, and beautiful upgraded floors, giving you that solid, quality-build feel without the luxury price tag. It's truly a worry-free home: new roof, new HVAC, new everything. Just move in. This Craftsman-style home is in a quaint gated river resort community, just minutes from town. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath split floor plan is designed for everyday living, all on one level. The custom fireplace adds warmth and character, while the open layout creates the perfect space for gathering. This home is unique as it can appeal to both a rustic or modern style. There's generous dining space and room to comfortably seat 12+ for dinners, holidays, or game nights. The master suite is especially well done, with a beautiful bathroom, walk-in closet with built-ins, and a convenient pass-through to the laundry room, one of those little details you'll appreciate every single day. The home features a Low-maintenance exterior and fiber internet. The comfort, quality, and value is hard to beat. Enjoy the back porch overlooking a pretty flat oversized backyard. Amenities include 5 riverfront parks which offer tent camping as well as RV hookups for your traveling guests, Dog runs, a fishing pond, the meandering Coosawattee River perfect for fishing, kayaking and tubing, an events center with long range views. There are 3 pools, two outdoor and one indoor heated and open year-round located in the Recreation Center along with an arcade and fitness room. At the Rec Center you can also play 18 holes of mini-golf, pickleball & tennis courts.

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1968 Newport Drive Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 1,470
  • Price/Sq.ft. $290
  • Lot 0.74 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Amenities: Tennis Court(s),Fitness Center,Gated,Pool,Lake Access,River Access,Creek Access,Pickleball,Clubhouse,Playground,Pavilion
  • Association Fee: 1080.00
  • Association: Yes

Building Information

  • Year Built: 2026

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Gilmer
  • MLS Area Major: Ar 7 Gilmer, Sub 3
  • Subdivision Name: Coosawattee

General Information

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community: No

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Building Interior

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1470
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0

General Information

  • Appliances: Refrigerator,Range,Microwave,Dishwasher
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Ventless,Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Central,Electric
  • Interior Features: Cable TV Available, Sheetrock, Wood
  • Living Area: 1470
  • Rooms: Living Room,Laundry
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Vinyl

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Garage

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7400
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Topography: Level
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront: No

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch,Deck
  • Roof: Shingle

General Information

  • Sewer: Septic Tank

1968 Newport Drive Neighborhood

Community

30540 (Ellijay) Demographics

47
Median Age
98
Population Density (per sq. mile)
27%
College Educated
$58,930
Estimated Median Income
5,715
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,230
Estimated Total Renters
72% / 28%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

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1968 Newport Drive Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$586,556
Average List Price
$291
Average Price per Square Foot
64
Properties Sold
89
Average Days on Market
817
Properties for Sale
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1968 Newport Drive History

Date Event Value Agent
6/13/2026Source: Georgia MLS Status Change
Active
6/11/2026Source: Georgia MLS Price Reduction
$427,000 -0.7%
6/11/2026Source: Georgia MLS Status Change
Price Change
6/11/2026Source: FMLS Price Reduction
$427,000 -0.7%
6/11/2026Source: Northeast Georgia MLS Price Reduction
$427,000 -0.7%
6/6/2026Source: Georgia MLS Added to Database
June 06, 2026
6/6/2026Source: FMLS Added to Database
June 06, 2026
4/16/2026Source: Northeast Georgia MLS Price Reduction
$429,888 -2.3%
3/28/2026Source: Northeast Georgia MLS Price Reduction
$439,999 -2.2%
2/19/2026Source: Northeast Georgia MLS Price Reduction
$449,900 -4.1%
2/12/2026Source: Northeast Georgia MLS Added to Database
February 12, 2026

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