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Perfect for you and the HORSES!! Six roomy acres with several perfect building sites, and plenty of pasture, woods, & views.

Close to 52E & the GA 400 Corridor, so easy & convenient to Atlanta...yet, only minutes from the historic Ellijay Square. Live in the best of both worlds!

Located in the desirable Oakland Elementary / Clear Creek Middle School district.

Purchase as a great long-term investment, or build the home & stable of your dreams NOW!!




Features
Acreage: 6
Sewerage: No
Water: No
School District: Gilmer
Agent Name: Kim Southern/Dawn McGuire
Broker: C21 Professional Realty Group
MLS #: 193750

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Blue Ridge Market ReportMake sure you're strapped in tight! Home sales in Fannin County continue their wild roller coaster ride. October 2009 residential sales figures are in, and both number of units sold and median prices are up over last October. This is a break from the trend we saw last month, when the number of sales was up, but prices were down from September 2008.


There were 35 residential sales in Fannin County last month, compared with 22 in October '08. The median price this October was $186,000, almost $26,000 up over last October's $160,450.


An analysis of foreclosure data yields some interesting results: Out of the 35 residential sales last month, 13 (37%) were foreclosures, versus 2 (9%) of last year's sales. The median sale price for foreclosures was $130,000, the median sale for non-foreclosure units was $227,375 -- a 43% price increase!


A further breakdown of the data shows the following:

Price Range
                        # of Units Sold
$0 - $100K                                   6      
$101K - $200K                            13
$201K - $300K                            8
$301K - $400K                            5
$401K - $500K                            2
Over $500K                                 1 ($810,000)
 

October 2008 October 2009 Variation
Total Units Sold 20 35 +43%
Average Days on Market 104 138 +25%
Median Sale Price $160,450 $186,000 +14%




What can we learn from this month's analysis? I sure wish I knew! I am grateful for the uptick in both sales and prices and would LOVE to think it will be a continuing trend. But, I'm not sure if I feel like the adorable girl in the front of the roller coaster...or the guys in the back!   

 

 


 
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BEAR HAVEN~~Immaculate and inviting, spacious and soothing, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath warm all-wood cabin offers the best of Blue Ridge living at a sensible price point.

Take in the truly awe-inspiring mountain views from nearly every room and the sprawling screened-in decks on the main level, and the private screened deck off the upstairs bedroom. K

The heart of this great cabin is the large kitchen, dining area, Great Room, which features a huge rocked fireplace with a generous hearth.

The full-finished daylight walk-out basement has a luxurious entertainment area/game room, plus a large bedroom and full bath, plus plenty of storage space. A large hot tub -- in a full screened enclosure -- adds to the 'oomph' factor of this great home.

Nestled on a 1.54 acre lot, the cabin sits in the middle of a nice, level yard area, offering plenty of room for the kids and pets!

Shepherd's Ridge is a prestigious gated cabin community filled with luxurious cabins, underground utilities, and all paved access.

Make your move to the mountains now!








Features
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Year Built: 2002
Subdivision: Shepherd's Ridge
Lot Size: 1.54 acres
School District: Fannin
Agent Name: Kim Southern/Dawn McGuire
Broker: C21 Professional Realty Group
MLS #: 193299

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 North Georgia Mountains Calendar of Events - November 2009

From November 06, 2009 Live Theater / A Christmas Carol
To November 08, 2009 Blue Ridge Community Theater
From November 06, 2009 Artist Studio Tour
To November 07, 2009 The Martyn House 912 Flat Branch Road, Ellijay Georgia
November 07, 2009 Rivers Alive
Gazebo, Fire Station 13 on Aska Road / Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville
November 10, 2009 Winter Pickn'
Ann's Pickin Parlor 50 Kingstown Street
From November 13, 2009 Live Theater / A Christmas Carol
To November 15, 2009 Blue Ridge Community Theater
November 14, 2009 Veterans Day Parade / Blue Ridge
Downtown Historic District of Blue Ridge
November 17, 2009 Winter Pickn'
Ann's Pickin Parlor 50 Kingstown Street
From November 20, 2009 Live Theater / A Christmas Carol
To November 22, 2009 Blue Ridge Community Theater
November 21, 2009 Holiday Art Show Opening Reception
Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association
From November 23, 2009 Holiday Art Show and Sale
To December 19, 2009 Blue Ridge Art Association
November 24, 2009 Winter Pickn'
Ann's Pickin Parlor 50 Kingstown Street
From November 27, 2009 Live Theater / A Christmas Carol
To November 29, 2009 Blue Ridge Community Theater
From November 27, 2009 Christmas Village
To November 28, 2009 Between the bridges on the riverfront in McCaysville
From November 27, 2009 Brasstown Valley Resort Fall Festival
To November 28, 2009 Brasstown Valley Resort
November 28, 2009 Light up Blue Ridge
Downtown Blue Ridge
From November 28, 2009 Santa Train
To November 29, 2009 Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad
 

Customer AppreciationThey say a picture paints a thousand words...Here are the beautiful flowers we received as a gesture of appreciation from two of our incredible customers after a closing we had last week.  The cards read: "Kim, You are the best!" and "Dawn, You made this happen for us!"


It was such a lovely surprise to get Customer Appreciationthese roses. We don't do this for the glory (God knows!!), but it is so heartwarming to 'feel the love' like this!

Thanks Jim & Maria! We are so happy to have helped make your dream come true!




 

 

Halloween in Blue Ridge, GAThe rain that fell Saturday evening did little to dampen the spirits of the hundreds of kids who visited downtown Blue Ridge's Halloween Safe-Zone. Witches and goblins, princesses and fairies shared Halloween in Blue Ridge, GAMain Street as they Trick-or-Treated their way among all the shops. A spook-tacular time was had by all! 

 

A view from my father's deck in Ellijay overlooking a pasture and the lovely mountains of North Georgia.

Autumn in Ellijay -- Kim Southern

Visit my Website to find out more about the beautiful Mountains of North Georgia and the great home-buying opportunities that await you right now! Or, call me at 404-435-6470.

 

E.B. ReeceYou may not have heard of E.B. Reece...yet. But, trust me, you will.

On Friday, the Gilmer Arts and Heritage Association (GAHA) hosted an evening with E.B., where, in a cozy intimate space, she performed songs from her new Nashville-produced CD, "Big Time Stuff." With the voice of an angel -- a face to match -- and a personality that lights up the room, E.B. enchanted the audience with her lovely performance. 

E.B. ReeceThe self-described "small town girl," a mere 19-years old, grew up in Ellijay. Her songs -- most of which she writes herself -- reflect an innocent sensibility shaded with humor, love, and angst. E.B.'s talent shimmers off of her like the spotlight off her long, blond hair and her determination to make it in the music business is palpable.
 
Make no mistake, this "small town girl" is headed for "Big Time Stuff!"

Enjoy a sampling of her music, click here: 

 

 

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has a great piece today on The Martyn House in Ellijay, about a 20-minute drive The Martyn Housefrom Blue Ridge. It brought to mind the wonderful time I recently had at one of their amazing farm-to-table meals. The hosts -- Joann Adams and Rick Lucas -- couldn't have been more warm and welcoming, the food more divine, or the surroundings more enchanting.

I went on a balmy summer evening, and shared a table under the stars with about 50 other folks, a varied group that included local artists, gallery owners, civic leaders...and me (I could make out the whispers, "Who invited HER???"). Our food was cooked in front of us over a fire, and the menu included foods grown in the local community or in Georgia. We feasted on Gypsy Faire Sleeping Tentsbutternut squash soup, mixed greens, shrimp & grits, and strawberry shortcake. The long table was lit by candleabras, and candle chandeliers hung from tree limbs. Through the trees you could see the colorful Gypsy Faire Sleeping Tents lit up, inviting you to go visit them in all their 'Arabian Nights' splendor.

It was truly a magical evening, and I most certainly plan on continuing my visits to The Martyn House. Hope to meet you there! 

Visit The Martyn House on the Web

 

 

 

 

I recently negotiated a contract for a beautiful home justStress outside of Blue Ridge. The home sits astride a small pristine lake surrounded by mountains and shared with only three other homes. Not only is the setting gorgeous, the house itself -- a luxurious 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath home -- is well-appointed and has been meticulously maintained.

Our buyers are a wonderful couple from Atlanta who are buying the home initially as a second-home, with plans to eventually retire here. They are positively giddy about the house -- they love everything about it and can't wait to call it their own.

The entire contract process has been going along swimmingly. The price negotiations went well, we were able to arrive at a fair price. The inspection turned up only minor issues that the sellers have been more than willing to address. We know our buyers have sterling credit and they are putting down 50 percent, so we figured we had nothing to worry about with the financing. Price: check. Inspection: check. Financing: check. Slam dunk!

Our buyers have banked at a neighborhood bank for years, so naturally, they felt most comfortable getting the loan through the folks they have a relationship with. Makes sense, right? Only one very big problem -- the in-house lender has only Atlanta-based appraisers on their vendor list.

So an Atlanta appraiser was sent to value a home completely outside of his market area, and the two markets couldn't be more different -- rural vs. urban, second-home vs. first-home, for starters. He made adjustments for things that don't typically command a premium in second homes, and didn't make adjustments for things that do (like water frontage...hello???). As a result, his appraisal -- while perfectly suited for Atlanta -- was pretty far off the mark for our area; it came in $50,000 low.

The bank approved the loan despite the appraisal -- in part, I'm sure because of the large down payment -- but I have appealed the appraisal anyway. I am appealing in part because I want to make sure my folks are getting a true snapshot of value. The other part, I admit, is because I don't want them to think I sold them short.

The moral of the story? When you are buying a second-home make sure your lender will use a local appraiser who is familiar with that market. Better yet, work with a local lender that uses local appraisers. That lessens the chances for nasty surprises. 

Here is an article on the subject that appeared in today's Atlanta Journal-Constitution.





 


 
 
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Kim Southern - Blue Ridge Real Estate

Blue Ridge, GA

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Century 21 Professional Realty Group

Address: 950 Appalachian Highway, Blue Ridge, GA, 30513

Office Phone: (706) 632-2041

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