Union County is in northern Georgia, in the mountains, and was created in 1832. The county seat is Blairsville. Known for scenic mountain and forest views, the county is strongly rural to semi-rural, with many vacation homes, cabins, and land parcels for building in addition to full-time residences. Housing types include older homes, cabins, newer custom homes on lots with scenic views or in wooded areas. Because of the scenic setting and popularity for retreats or second homes, existing home values may commonly be in the US $250,000-$450,000+ range depending on lot size, view, finish and location; building new homes on choice lots can easily run US $300,000-$500,000+ depending on size and finish. For buyers seeking nature, quiet living and land in a mountain setting, Union County is strong—but one trades off proximity to large metro job markets.