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ELLIJAY, GA 30540

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Gilmer County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
358
⇧ 6.9% vs 335 last year
Pending
61
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$469,900
⇩ 0.5% vs $472,225 last year
Average Price
$538,785
⇩ 3.8% vs $560,142 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 31.6% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 19,846  ·  Density: 39.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,806

Typical home value: $255,732  ·  Homeownership: 74.3%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ELLIJAY, GA real estate market (30540) currently shows 358 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 23 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.5% year-over-year, from $472,225 to $469,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 358 this year vs 335 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $469,900 (-0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $538,785 (-3.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.2 miles — 1,101 listings ($670,057,505 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
30540Ellijay, GA 305400.0 mi358$192,885,030$469,900$538,785
30705Chatsworth, GA 3070511.8 mi113$45,052,309$299,450$398,693
30522Cherry Log, GA 3052212.2 mi60$47,203,260$624,500$786,721
30541Epworth, GA 3054113.0 mi42$37,651,908$599,800$896,474
30732Oakman, GA 3073214.3 mi1$274,900$274,900$274,900
30734Ranger, GA 3073416.3 mi31$19,438,674$539,870$627,054
30555McCaysville, GA 3055518.5 mi33$20,907,678$492,000$633,566
30143Jasper, GA 3014319.3 mi280$174,450,360$519,900$623,037
30735Resaca, GA 3073521.6 mi16$8,050,032$545,000$503,127
30139Fairmount, GA 3013922.0 mi20$10,090,540$392,450$504,527
30560Morganton, GA 3056022.5 mi141$110,642,982$649,000$784,702
37326Ducktown, TN 3732623.7 mi2$652,500$326,250$326,250
30148Marble Hill, GA 3014824.2 mi4$2,757,332$645,000$689,333

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELLIJAY, GA 30540?

As of January 2026, there are 358 active listings in ELLIJAY, GA (zip code 30540), compared to 335 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELLIJAY, GA 30540?

The median listing price in ELLIJAY, GA 30540 is $469,900 as of January 2026, a 0.5% decrease from $472,225 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ELLIJAY, GA?

Homes in ELLIJAY, GA 30540 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELLIJAY, GA 30540?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELLIJAY, GA 30540 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 23 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ELLIJAY, GA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELLIJAY, GA 30540 save an estimated $9,398 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $469,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.