Ellijay, GA—30536
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Ellijay, GA
Ellijay, GA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $447,000 | 0.1% |
| Single Family | $447,000 | -0.4% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | $270,000 | -0.4% |
2 Bed | $358,000 | -0.6% |
3 Bed | $455,000 | -0.7% |
4 Bed | $579,000 | -0.7% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Ellijay, GA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Ellijay, GA is $3,390, with a year-over-year rent change of 41.8%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Ellijay, GA is 3-bedrooms: $2,370, 4-bedrooms: $1,250. The most common rental property sizes in Ellijay, GA are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 50.2% and 29.6% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $2,500 | $3,390 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 3 Bed Rent | $2,500 | $2,370 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,250 | $1,250 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Ellijay, GA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Ellijay, GA is 54. This is a decrease of -17.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 25.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $615,000 | 4.0% |
Listing Count | 142 | 29.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 1.4% | 29.0% |
Days on Market | 54 | -17.0% |
Demographics — Ellijay, GA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ellijay, GA has a population of 9,680, which has increased by 23.4% over the past 5 years. Ellijay, GA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 22.3% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 27.9% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 11.8% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 9,680 | 23.4% |
% Under 18 | 22.3% | 21.9% |
% Seniors | 22.4% | -12.8% |
% WFH | 11.8% | 126.9% |
% w/ College Degree | 27.9% | 26.2% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ellijay, GA is a predominantly white area, with 82.5% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 11.9% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Ellijay, GA is hispanic, making up 12.9% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 4.0% of the population in Ellijay, GA, and this percentage has increased by 100.0% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 82.5% | -11.9% |
% Black | 1.1% | 83.3% |
% Hispanic | 12.9% | 222.5% |
% Asian | 1.0% | 400.0% |
% Foreign Born | 4.0% | 100.0% |
Mortgage and Risk — Ellijay, GA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 315 mortgage originations in Ellijay, GA, of which 89.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 57.0%, with 14.0% above 90% LTV (elevated). This implies medium mortgage risk in Ellijay, GA. Investor activity is low, as 5.0% of loans were by investors. 10.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 315 |
% Conventional Loans | 89.0% |
% Government Loans | 11.0% |
% Investor Loans | 5.0% |
% Second Loans | 21.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 10.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Ellijay, GA
Ellijay, GA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 2 |
Total Units Section 8 | 2 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 0.3% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,040 |
| 2 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,170 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$1,090 | $2,500 | $1,410 |
| 4 Bedroom | $480 | $1,250 | $1,730 |
Affordability — Ellijay, GA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 5.8 |
| Median Home Price | $447,000 |
| Median Household Income | $73,300 |