

Cosby, Tennessee is a hidden gem in East Tennessee, offering stunning Smoky Mountain views, wide open spaces, and a peaceful, rural lifestyle just minutes from Gatlinburg, Newport, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Known for its natural beauty, low property taxes, and easy access to both seclusion and tourist hotspots, Cosby is an ideal location for vacation homes, investment cabins, and retirement living.
Real estate in Cosby includes a mix of affordable single-family homes, log cabins, mountain retreats, and large tracts of land perfect for custom builds, mini-farms, or short-term rental (STR) properties. With its close proximity to hiking trails, fishing streams, and scenic byways like Foothills Parkway, Cosby attracts nature lovers, investors, and buyers looking for quiet mountain living with strong rental potential.
Affordable land and homes
No state income tax & low cost of living
STR-friendly with high rental demand
Proximity to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the National Park
Access to outdoor recreation—hiking, rivers, waterfalls
Ideal for vacation homes, retirement, and off-grid living
Breathtaking views of the Smokies and Appalachian foothills
Cosby is one of the few places where you can enjoy unspoiled nature, investment opportunity, and small-town charm all in one. Whether you're looking for a secluded cabin, a high-yield rental property, or a place to build your dream home in the Smokies, Cosby delivers big value and lasting appeal in a peaceful, picturesque setting.
Escape the crowds, enjoy the views, and invest in Cosby, Tennessee—where the mountains meet opportunity.
A unique live-work opportunity on 1.3 acres along Highway 321 in East Tennessee, 4129 Hooper Hwy combines a 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence with 3,172 square feet of finished...
Close to the mountains. Away from the crowds. This fully furnished Cosby retreat offers convenient access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge...
This one is the momentum play of the street. Through the first nine months of 2026 it has already grossed $106,127, running 7.3 percent ahead of the same window last year...
This one is the momentum play of the street. Through the first nine months of 2026 it has already grossed $106,127, running 7.3 percent ahead of the same window last year...
Close to the mountains. Away from the crowds. This fully furnished Cosby retreat offers convenient access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge...
Experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains from this stunning new-construction 3-bedroom, 3-bath cabin. Designed with both relaxation and entertaining in mind, this pro...
This property produced $135,213 in 2024 and $146,272 in 2025, with 2025 occupancy hitting 64.9 percent against a 53 percent market average. Sixty five confirmed bookings ...
This is a large group asset that produced $126,497 in 2024 and $166,350 in 2025, a 31 percent jump year over year. Through the first nine months of 2026 it has already lo...
This property produced $135,213 in 2024 and $146,272 in 2025, with 2025 occupancy hitting 64.9 percent against a 53 percent market average. Sixty five confirmed bookings ...
This is a large group asset that produced $126,497 in 2024 and $166,350 in 2025, a 31 percent jump year over year. Through the first nine months of 2026 it has already lo...
A Rare Smoky Mountain Estate & Investment Opportunity. Privately positioned behind a gated entrance on 22.74 unrestricted acres, this exceptional mountain property combin...
A Rare Smoky Mountain Estate & Investment Opportunity. Privately positioned behind a gated entrance on 22.74 unrestricted acres, this exceptional mountain property combin...
Escape to the beauty of East TN with this UNRESTRCITED 20 acre tract in Cosby offering a great combination of wooded property, natural beauty and multiple possibilities f...
If privacy is what you need, this is it! Move in ready cabin on 2 acres. All furniture remains, making it great for a rental. All new kitchen with new cabinets, stainless...
If privacy is what you need, this is it! Move in ready cabin on 2 acres. All furniture remains, making it great for a rental. All new kitchen with new cabinets, stainless...
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