Young Harris Homes under $500,000

Young Harris Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Young Harris, Georgia—a hidden gem nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. This charming town is not only known for its stunning natural beauty but also for its warm community spirit and vibrant local culture. With a population of just over 1,000 residents, Young Harris offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere while being conveniently located near larger cities like Hiawassee and Blairsville.

One of the most appealing aspects of Young Harris is its affordability in the real estate market. For those looking to invest in a home without breaking the bank, you’ll find a delightful selection of properties under $500,000. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a retiree seeking a serene getaway, or a family looking for a place to grow, Young Harris has something for everyone. From charming cabins with mountain views to cozy ranch-style homes in friendly neighborhoods, the options are diverse and inviting.

Living in Young Harris means embracing an active lifestyle. The town is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing, and boating at nearby Lake Chatuge. Plus, the renowned Young Harris College adds a vibrant energy to the community, hosting events and activities throughout the year.

With its stunning landscapes, welcoming community, and affordable housing options, Young Harris is the perfect place to call home. Come explore the possibilities and discover why so many are choosing to make this enchanting town their own!

Newest Young Harris Homes under $500,000

6961 Woodlake Circle, Young Harris
$324,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 436524 MLS
Don't miss this all one level living! This inviting 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is set on a full acre and offers an appealing combination of comfortable living and usable outdoor space. Enjoy the privacy of a fenced yard, the convenience of city water, and the speed of fiber-optic internet. The home is offered mostly furnished, with select personal items and furniture excluded. Move in ready and thoughtfully positioned on a spacious 1 acre setting, this property offers plenty of flexibility for its next owner.

6961 Woodlake Circle, Young Harris
1243 Sycamore Street, Young Harris
$260,888
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 436511 MLS
This 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom cottage is a beautifully fully remodeled in-town gem offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. The home features an oversized kitchen with abundant cabinetry and prep space, seamlessly flowing into the dining area. Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully updated, creating a clean, modern feel while maintaining its cozy charm. Enjoy your mornings on the covered front porch, and unwind in the evenings on the open back patio overlooking an impressive, level yard—perfect for gardening, pets, or outdoor gatherings.This property truly stands out with it's exceptional space which includes a detached 2 Car Garage and an additional building perfect for a studio apartment or yoga studio. Located just minutes from Young Harris College, this home offers the charm of small-town living with easy access to some of North Georgia's most sought-after destinations including Lake Chatuge, Trout Fishing in Rivers and Lakes, hiking at Brasstown Bald, Bald Mountain or the Appalachian Trail Enjoying the award winning Crane Creek winery/vineyard, Chatuge Shore Golf Course and enjoy year around festivals. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, investment opportunity, or mountain getaway, this property offers incredible versatility with its additional structures and prime in-town location. A rare find in Young Harris with room to grow, create, and enjoy the North Georgia mountain lifestyle.

1243 Sycamore Street, Young Harris
736 Laurel Hill Road, Young Harris
$399,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 436310 MLS
FULLY FURNISHED MOUNTAIN CABIN tucked away in a PRIVATE WOODED SETTING surrounded by an abundance of MOUNTAIN LAUREL with a NOISY BRANCH ON THE PROPERTY and a beautiful MOUNTAIN BACKDROP in sought-after YOUNG HARRIS! This well-loved 3BR/3BA cabin offers a warm, inviting OPEN FLOOR PLAN with hardwood floors and a lovely GREAT ROOM featuring a FLOOR-TO-CEILING STONE WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE. The kitchen features WOOD CABINETRY, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES and a BUILT-IN PANTRY, opening to the dining area and great room for easy entertaining. Step outside onto the WRAPAROUND PORCHES and SCREENED PORCH, the perfect spot for morning coffee while enjoying the cool mountain air and peaceful, wooded surroundings! The MAIN LEVEL offers a bedroom with adjoining bath, while upstairs you'll find a LARGE LOFT ideal for an office, game room or additional sleeping space, plus a spacious bedroom with adjoining bath and PRIVATE BALCONY overlooking the mountain scenery. The FULL FINISHED BASEMENT provides even more living space with a FAMILY ROOM, BEDROOM and adjoining bath, plus walk-out access to the backyard, LOWER-LEVEL DECK, FENCED AREA and STORAGE SHED. Plenty of parking with ROOM FOR AN RV and potential space for a GARAGE OR WORKSHOP! Enjoy BRMEMC FIBER INTERNET, PUBLIC WATER, a TERMITE BOND, MINIMAL DEED RESTRICTIONS and NO HOA. Major improvements include ROOF & WATER HEATER replaced in 2019 and HVAC replaced in 2014; septic was pumped in 2019. Conveniently located near YOUNG HARRIS COLLEGE, CUPID FALLS, CRANE CREEK VINEYARDS and BRASSTOWN VALLEY RESORT & SPA with championship golf, dining and more. Offered FULLY FURNISHED and ready to enjoy, whether you're looking for a FULL-TIME MOUNTAIN HOME or the perfect NORTH GEORGIA GETAWAY!

736 Laurel Hill Road, Young Harris
625 Ed Nichols Road, Young Harris
$324,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 436132 MLS
Welcome to your own slice of mountain paradise in the highly sought-after Young Harris Valley! Situated on a beautiful, unrestricted acre with amazing North Georgia mountain views, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers peaceful country living with modern comforts. A concrete driveway leads to the low-maintenance vinyl-sided home, complete with a convenient side ramp for easy entry. The beautifully landscaped property features fruit trees, a tranquil koi pond, breathtaking sunrise views, and a covered rear shed for lawn equipment, tools, and outdoor gear. Inside, the bright, inviting interior feels fresh and updated, with new paint throughout and durable luxury vinyl plank flooring. The spacious living room features a cozy electric fireplace and flows naturally into the dedicated dining room, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen offers granite countertops and plenty of workspace, while a convenient laundry closet keeps household chores tucked away. County water is enhanced by a whole-home water filtration system for clean, filtered water throughout. The thoughtfully designed floor plan provides privacy, with a spacious primary bedroom and private ensuite bath on one side and two guest bedrooms with a shared bath on the other—ideal for family, guests, or a home office. Location is everything, and this property puts you right in the center of the best recreation the region has to offer. You are just minutes away from area wineries, miles of scenic hiking, the championship golf course at Brasstown Valley Resort, and the pristine waters of Lake Chatuge. Best of all, the unrestricted acre gives you the ultimate freedom to use your property exactly how you wish. This Young Harris Valley gem is ready to welcome its next chapter. *Some images may include virtual staging or digital enhancements for illustrative purposes.

625 Ed Nichols Road, Young Harris
152 Dockery Ridge Road, Young Harris
$399,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 436051 MLS
North Georgia Mountain Retreat with Pool, Garage & RV Parking Come enjoy the best of North Georgia mountain living in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin-style home! With its inviting exterior, spacious covered front and back porches, and beautiful outdoor amenities, this property offers a perfect setting. Inside, the great room creates a warm gathering space with a striking stone fireplace, adding to the cabin's cozy character. Step outside to enjoy the covered porches—perfect all day long. The outdoor features continue with a private pool and sun deck, creating your own backyard retreat for summer fun. A large detached oversized garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, equipment, hobbies, or workshop space, with additional shed areas. There's also a dedicated RV parking area and a circular driveway for easy access and ample parking. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, weekend mountain escape, or a place to gather with family and friends, this property offers the combination of mountain charm, comfortable living, and excellent outdoor amenities.

152 Dockery Ridge Road, Young Harris
1726 #C Watercrest Way, Young Harris
$389,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 436026 MLS
Mountain & Lake Views & Easy Mountain Living! Come experience the beauty of the North Georgia mountains from this move-in-ready, fully furnished condo with beautiful mountain and lake views. Located in a convenient lower-level position, this unit offers easy, stair-free access with no elevator required—perfect for a full-time residence, second home, or mountain getaway. Inside, you'll find a spacious open-concept floor plan with 10-foot ceilings and crown molding throughout, creating an inviting space for both entertaining and relaxing. Numerous updates make this condo truly move-in ready, including new LVP flooring, solid-surface countertops, a new fireplace mantel, new ceiling fan, and all-new appliances. The guest bedroom also features all-new furniture. Gather around the beautiful stone fireplace after a day of enjoying everything the North Georgia mountains have to offer. Step outside to the covered back patio and take in the peaceful mountain surroundings. When you're ready to enjoy the lake, you're conveniently located across the street from The Ridges on Lake Chatuge, where you can rent a boat through Freedom Boat Club or rent a slip for your own boat. Enjoy the benefits of low-maintenance condo living, with the association maintaining the grounds, parking areas, clubhouse, and pool. That means less time dealing with maintenance and more time enjoying the mountains, lake, and outdoor lifestyle. Situated conveniently between Hiawassee and Blairsville, Georgia, and Hayesville, North Carolina. Outdoor enthusiasts will love having Lake Chatuge, fishing, boating, streams, waterfalls, hiking trails, and scenic mountain roads all nearby. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, second home, vacation retreat, or investment opportunity, this furnished condo offers comfort, convenience, beautiful mountain and lake views, and an easy-care lifestyle. Come see why life in the Georgia mountains is so special! Also, allows rental potential.

1726 #C Watercrest Way, Young Harris
1396 Cherokee Trail, Young Harris
$375,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 435980 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully renovated, fully furnished retreat set along a vibrant, picturesque creek. Blending charm with modern comfort, this inviting home features two main-level bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, along with a convenient half bath on the lower level. The open-concept living area is highlighted by soaring vaulted ceilings with rustic wood beams, a striking stone wood-burning fireplace, a tasteful shiplap accent wall, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen complete with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Expansive windows invite the natural surroundings inside, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. Step onto the spacious screened-in deck, perfectly positioned for entertaining or simply unwinding while overlooking the tranquil creek and wooded landscape. The primary suite offers a serene escape, complete with a beautifully updated bathroom featuring a tiled shower, double vanity with granite countertops, and a charming shiplap accent wall framing peaceful creek views. The secondary bedroom also enjoys scenic views and includes a renovated bath with granite finishes. The lower level provides additional living space with a generous game room or lounge area, an electric fireplace, and another stylish shiplap accent wall, along with a cozy reading nook ideal for quiet moments. Just outside, the lower deck features a brand-new hot tub—an ideal spot to relax and take in the soothing sounds of nature. Recent upgrades, including a newer roof and HVAC system, offer added peace of mind. Ideally located in the tranquil setting of Young Harris, you're just minutes from local highlights such as Young Harris College, Crane Creek Vineyards, Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa, its championship golf course, and the rejuvenating Equani Spa. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a turnkey investment opportunity, this exceptional property is ready to be enjoyed from day one. (Not located within a floodplain.)

1396 Cherokee Trail, Young Harris
244 E Lapidary Lane, Young Harris
$497,900
2 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 435968 MLS
Mountain living with room to actually enjoy it. Tucked into Ruby Ridge just minutes from Young Harris, this 2-bedroom, 3.5-bath mountain retreat offers approximately 2,400 square feet across three finished levels on 1.73 acres, with seasonal mountain views toward Brasstown Bald. The soaring great room makes an immediate impression with vaulted ceilings, expansive windows and a dramatic stone fireplace, while the open loft provides flexible additional space currently arranged for guest sleeping accommodations. The finished terrace level creates an entertainment space of its own with a wet bar, game area and plenty of room to gather. Outside, multiple living areas plus a covered hot tub and private sauna make staying home feel like part of the vacation. And when you're ready to explore, you're positioned for the best of North Georgia mountain life, from local wineries and waterfalls to Lake Chatuge, mountain towns, orchards, hiking and day trips throughout the region. With no association dues and recorded covenants permitting residential or vacation rentals, this property offers flexibility as a full-time home, mountain getaway or potential short-term rental.

244 E Lapidary Lane, Young Harris
6132 Ruth Drive, Young Harris
$489,900
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 435966 MLS
QUALITY CUSTOM-BUILT NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAIN CABIN with beautiful mountain views, spacious living areas, and a peaceful setting! Tucked away as the last home on a quiet dead-end street, this inviting retreat offers privacy while remaining convenient to everything the North Georgia Mountains have to offer. Designed for comfort and entertaining, the home features spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, including a main-level suite and an upper-level suite with a private covered balcony overlooking the mountains—perfect for morning coffee while enjoying the view. The impressive great room features a soaring cathedral ceiling, stone wood-burning fireplace, wood floors, and a beautiful blend of natural wood and drywall for the perfect mountain-cabin feel. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, and a main-level laundry adds convenience. A spacious loft provides additional flexible living space. Enjoy mountain living from multiple covered decks with plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining. The finished basement offers even more living space—ideal for watching the games, a game room, entertaining family and friends, or simply unwinding. An open two-car garage and asphalt driveway provide ample parking. Ideally located near Young Harris College and minutes from Young Harris, Hiawassee, Blairsville, and Lake Chatuge, with easy access to golfing, wineries, hiking, boating, fishing, dining, and shopping. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or gathering place for family and friends, this quality-built cabin offers the views, space, privacy, and location to enjoy North Georgia mountain living at its best!

6132 Ruth Drive, Young Harris
2092 Woodlake Lane, Young Harris
$319,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 435863 MLS
This charming mountain home checks all the boxes — a beautiful wooded setting, over an acre of LEVEL land, paved access, a circular driveway, room for the pets, and a peaceful location just minutes from town! Welcome to 2092 Wood Lake Lane in Young Harris, where comfortable mountain living meets the kind of easy access and usable property that can be hard to find in the North Georgia mountains. Situated on approximately 1.09 acres in a quiet, wooded neighborhood where deer are frequent visitors, this well-maintained 2/2 home offers approximately 1,418 sf of inviting living space and is in excellent condition. Step inside to a warm, open living area highlighted by cathedral ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect place to settle in on a cool mountain evening. The open kitchen and living space make everyday living easy, while the thoughtful floor plan provides a bedroom and bath on the main level plus an upstairs bedroom with its own bath and walk-in closet — ideal for guests, family, or a private retreat. Outside may be where this property really steals your heart. Enjoy your morning coffee from the covered front porch, watch the deer wander through the wooded surroundings, or take advantage of the wonderfully level yard with a partially fenced area that's perfect for pets. The paved circular drive makes coming and going a breeze, and the large detached storage building offers plenty of room for tools, toys, hobbies, or a workshop. There is no active HOA and no HOA dues, although property restrictions do apply. The home is being offered unfurnished with appliances remaining. Looking for an investment as well as a mountain home? Here's an added opportunity: the property is currently tenant-occupied, and the tenants love the home. Their current lease expires October 31, 2026, with the potential for them to remain longer if a purchaser is looking for an investment property. Hurry this won't last long!

2092 Woodlake Lane, Young Harris
482 High Street, Young Harris
$374,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 435674 MLS
Beautifully maintained 2BR/2BA cabin offering the perfect blend of mountain charm, comfortable living, and a convenient location! The thoughtfully designed floor plan features one bedroom and full bath on the main level, with a second bedroom and full bath upstairs, along with a spacious loft area perfect for additional sleeping space, an office, or cozy sitting area. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area creates a warm and inviting space for gathering, complemented by beautiful hardwood and tile flooring throughout. Step outside and enjoy the wraparound porch/deck, ideal for relaxing and taking in the peaceful mountain surroundings. A full unfinished basement provides plenty of room for storage, a workshop, or future expansion and opens onto an additional deck for even more outdoor living space. Conveniently located near Young Harris College, Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa, Lake Chatuge, local dining, shopping, and all the beauty and recreation the North Georgia mountains have to offer. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity, this well-cared-for cabin is a must-see! Furnishings are negotiable on a separate bill of sale.

482 High Street, Young Harris
3259 Coffey Lane, Young Harris
$247,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 435623 MLS
UNRESTRICTED Fully Furnished Lake View Cabin! Amazing opportunity to own this Lake view cabin with End-of-Road privacy. This 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath home is the PERFECT vacation getaway, rental investment property or full-time living for those who love nature and Lake and Mountain views. Great Young Harris location just minutes to Brasstown Golf Resort, downtown Hayesville, Blairsville and Hiawassee with all of the area attractions. The home's additional features include a large storage shed w/power, powered & lighted detached carport, spacious deck recently re-stained and sealed.

3259 Coffey Lane, Young Harris
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