Apartments For Rent in Ellijay, GA

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Apartments For Rent Near Ellijay, GA

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What Locals Say about Ellijay

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Ellijay, GA: cozy mountain living with friendly faces, outdoor fun, and an effortless small-town pace. People like friendly vibes, mountain beauty, trails and rivers, light traffic, and festivals. People dislike growth traffic, few sidewalks, limited careers, some litter and occasional noise.
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  • Laurence Wood
    "House are spread out but the community has many different group leagues Strong school system and a small town feel "
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  • Laurence Wood
    "I am retired so no commute! Stores are fairly close The community is car dependent. A large variety of home types in my gated community deer are everywhere people who commute need to very careful not to hit a deer!"
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  • Laurence Wood
    "Not a kid friendly area as dangerous roads and wildlife. Great for kids to camp out but they bore easily "
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  • Aejohnson324
    "Food trucks at the park in the summer time is always fun and so I look forward to it each time. They have a variety of foods that my family loves to eat."
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  • Judie OGuin
    "There is no kind of commute in Ellijay. Either drive or walk. Despite what people say it is becoming crime ridden and building is everyday "
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  • Monica Dadds
    "It’s in the mountains …down windy roads near streams and lakes ..it’s a vacation area where the leaves change and sometimes it snows "
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  • Ken Edelson
    "Great community. Friendly helpful people everywhere you go. Lots to do for families. Good schools, both public and private, as well as homeschooling."
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  • H6gqzcc7sj
    "I call us Sunbirds verses Snowbirds. We are fortunate Floridians that escape the hot summers and enjoy the cooler Ellijay mountains."
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  • Monica Dadds
    "It’s a nice area but the people are retired and the schools do not provide a huge variety of careers "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a very safe, friendly community. Do for your neighbor and they will do for you,Vice versa. Also a very loving school community. "
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  • James B. C.
    "Lots of people here have dogs of all sizes. Most businesses are dog friendly and most restaurants have outdoor dining with dogs. But, be careful, as there are coyotes here."
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  • Reziah -.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood all my life and have seen that everyone is very kind heart and treat you like family"
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  • Mary S.
    "Nice wooded community. Views and woods vary as you move through property. Many creeks and one river meander through community. Tubing is a popular past time. Lots of wildlife: bears, deer, wild turkeys, toads and bunnies everywhere. "
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  • Samantha S.
    "my community is a quiet place to live. Humble and beautiful I am proud to be raising my family here. "
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  • Sarahdellaripa
    "You get your own space , not too many neighbors. Not too much traffic around , downtown is only 10 minutes away. "
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  • Stephanie H.
    "Ellijay is always having something going. Excited for the Apple Festival this year. Love the farmers market. People are friendly. "
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  • Jbrackin
    "No HOA to tell you what what you can and cannot do. Unfortunately, people litter and it’s irritating that they don’t take more pride in their neighborhood. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Smooth with occasional school traffic. Seasonal traffic is to be expected. It is a growing town with lots of people "
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  • Janet
    "The commute from my house to downtown Ellijay is a very pleasant ride. There a very few traffic signals and the traffic is usually light. "
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  • Andrea L. H.
    "Ellijay is a small mountain town piping with southern hospitality & natural beauty. The people are great if you're in town and the privacy just as splendid outside of town. "
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  • Andi Leigh
    "Been here 5 years, it's definitely a small town, but we dig it. It's generally a small southern mountain town with all the hospitality you will find anywhere, plenty of activities and events to keep you entertained, AND it is the APPLE capital of Georgia without a doubt. "
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  • Michael Capanelli
    "The people are very welcoming and really make you feel like you belong here. Its beautiful, maybe the most beautiful natural place I've seen."
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  • Callierosepoole95
    "very friendly, people say hey and hold doors for others. Wonderful to raise your children. School's are great, but needs more thing to do with kids. "
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  • lee
    "You see dogs walking all the time and are controlled by owners. Very friendly. Very friendly area and good places to walk to for all people and pets"
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  • Tim
    "Walnut Mountain is a great place to live. Quiet, peaceful, great neighbors and lots of wildlife (Deer, Bear, Turkey)"
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  • Anita A.
    "Open ground to run and play. Water to splash around in. Nice flat walking surfaces . Beautiful scenery. Other neighbors have dogs."
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  • Anita A.
    "Our city is safe and friendly. Friendly neighbors are always helpful . We live about 7 minutes from grocery, pharmacy and restaurants. Apple Farms are about a 10 minute drive. We have a stand alone Piedmont Emergency Room and a first class Nursing home. The Courthouse is a historic building and our town square is a circle. "
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  • Tony S.
    "Lots of walking trails, lots of dog lovers and friendly people around and about ! The neighborhood are musty private subdivision well kept "
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  • Keim d.
    "greatest small town in America. never look back. moved here a year ago and was best decision ever. beautiful place and people are down to earth and friendly."
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  • Drrarnp
    "Great place to live or vacation with family. small town living. very friendly people. Very safe with minimal crime. "
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Average Rent Trends in Ellijay, GA

Rent in Ellijay, GA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in May 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,400
Jul 2025$2,100
Aug 2025$2,000
Sep 2025$2,000
Oct 2025$2,000
Nov 2025$1,900
Dec 2025$2,200
Jan 2026$2,200
Feb 2026$1,900
Mar 2026$1,900
Apr 2026$2,000
May 2026$1,894
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,100$1,750$2,450$3,500$1,889
Townhomes—$1,750$2,133—$2,133
Apartments and Condos$1,100$1,705$2,000—$1,705
Houses$1,100$1,995$2,500$3,500$2,000
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Ellijay, GA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Ellijay, GA?
    The average rent of an apartment in Ellijay, GA is $1,618 per month. This is about 16% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Ellijay, GA?
    The average rent of a house in Ellijay, GA is $2,000 per month. This is about 4% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in Ellijay, GA?
    The average rent of a townhome in Ellijay, GA is $2,133 per month. This is about 11% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Ellijay, GA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Ellijay, GA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,790 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Ellijay, GA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Ellijay, GA was highest in May 2025 when it was $2,400 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Ellijay, GA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Ellijay, GA is $1,100 per month. That is about $400 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Ellijay, GA?
    There are 43 available rental listings in Ellijay, GA.
  • What are some zip codes in Ellijay, GA?
    Ellijay, GA includes zip codes such as: 30540, 30536, 30539.
  • What are some cities near Ellijay, GA?
    Some nearby cities include: Cherrylog, Talking Rock, Blue Ridge, Epworth, Jasper. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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