
Residential Land for Sale in Elberton, Georgia
Ruckersville Rd, Elberton, GA 30635
This 1.48-acre wooded lot is located in Coldwater Creek Landing on Lake Richard B. Russell in Elbert County, Georgia. Situated along Ruckersville Road east of Elberton, the property offers an opportunity to acquire a small acreage tract adjoining U.S. Army Corps of Engineers land surrounding Lake Russell.
The property features mature woodland, paved road frontage, and direct access to the adjoining Corps-managed shoreline. Its location provides opportunities for residential development, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to fishing and boating activities on Lake Russell.
The wooded setting offers natural screening and opportunities to establish a private homesite while retaining portions of the existing tree cover.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
- 1.48± Acres: A wooded residential lot providing sufficient acreage for a private homesite and associated improvements, subject to applicable requirements.
- Lake Russell Location: Situated in Coldwater Creek Landing, an established lake-area community in Elbert County.
- Adjoins Corps of Engineers Property: The rear portion of the lot borders federally managed land surrounding Lake Russell.
- Direct Lake Access: The property provides access to the adjoining Corps-managed shoreline and Lake Russell, subject to applicable federal regulations.
- Paved Road Frontage: Frontage along Ruckersville Road provides convenient access without the need for a private gravel road.
- Wooded Acreage: Existing forest cover provides privacy, natural screening, and opportunities to retain mature trees during homesite development.
- Residential Potential: The property offers opportunities for constructing a permanent residence, weekend retreat, or recreational getaway, subject to applicable covenants and permitting.
- Fishing and Boating: Lake Russell provides recreational opportunities for anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts.
- Wildlife Habitat: The wooded lot and adjoining natural areas provide habitat for native wildlife and opportunities for wildlife observation.
- Convenient Location: Located east of Elberton, Georgia, with access to shopping, restaurants, and other services. Anderson, South Carolina, is also within commuting distance.
- Lake Lot Covenants: The property is subject to recorded covenants that should be reviewed before planning construction or other improvements.
Lake Russell is a significant recreational resource in northeast Georgia. Its surrounding public lands and managed shoreline provide a setting particularly suited to buyers interested in outdoor recreation and lake-area property ownership.
The combination of wooded acreage, paved road access, and adjoining Corps-managed land makes this tract suitable for buyers seeking a private homesite near the lake.
This 1.48-acre property offers an opportunity to establish a residence or recreational retreat with direct access to Lake Russell and convenient access to Elberton and the surrounding region.
Location
- Street address
- Ruckersville Rd
- County
- Elbert County
- Zip code
- 30635
- Elevation
- 511 feet
Directions
From downtown Elberton, Georgia 30635. Take GA-77 north 1.2 miles. Turn right onto Ruckersville Rd and go 9.1 miles to Magrum Lot 8A on the right. It is a wooded, unoccupied lot. There are no structures on the property.
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.48 acres64,469 sq ft
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $322
Resources
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 | Price drop | $37,500 | $2,000 -5.1% | Listing agent |
| Dec 15, 2025 | New listing | $39,500 | — | Listing agent |










