
Smoky Mountain homes for sale from $500,000 and up open the door to an exceptional selection of luxury mountain homes, upscale log cabins, vacation properties, new construction, secluded retreats, homes with acreage, and premium investment real estate throughout the Great Smoky Mountains region of East Tennessee. Explore qualifying properties in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Wears Valley, Townsend, and surrounding Smoky Mountain communities, with current MLS® inventory potentially ranging from distinctive primary residences and second homes to high-end vacation cabins and short-term rental (STR) properties where legally permitted. Depending on the individual property, premium features may include panoramic Smoky Mountain views, luxury kitchens, dramatic great rooms, fireplaces, expansive decks, hot tubs, game rooms, theater rooms, indoor swimming pools, multiple primary suites, garages, acreage, and exceptional outdoor living spaces. Whether you're searching for a luxury residence, mountain-view retreat, large family vacation property, premium cabin, or potential income-producing investment, TN Real Estate & Auction can create a customized $500,000-and-up property search based on your preferred location, bedroom count, acreage, views, amenities, and ownership goals.
When comparing Smoky Mountain homes priced from $500,000 and up, buyers should evaluate the characteristics that make each mountain property unique, including location, architecture, construction quality, square footage, acreage, elevation, views, privacy, accessibility, parking, furnishings when included, amenities, and proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, Sevierville, Wears Valley, and Townsend. Buyers should independently investigate structural and mechanical systems, road accessibility, topography, surveys, property boundaries, easements, utilities, wells and septic systems when applicable, insurance availability, HOA and deed restrictions, zoning, permitted uses, and anticipated maintenance. For buyers evaluating a potential luxury vacation rental, a complete investment analysis should consider historical rental performance when available, occupancy patterns, average rental rates, management fees, cleaning and maintenance costs, furnishings, utilities, insurance, seasonality, and anticipated capital improvements rather than relying solely on projected gross revenue. Short-term rental eligibility should never be assumed; zoning, permitting and licensing requirements, HOA and deed restrictions, occupancy and parking requirements, insurance provisions, and all applicable regulations should be independently verified before purchasing.
Whether you're searching for Smoky Mountain homes for sale from $500,000 and up, luxury Gatlinburg homes, premium Pigeon Forge vacation properties, Sevierville mountain homes, Wears Valley cabins, Townsend retreats, or high-end real estate throughout the Smokies, make TN Real Estate & Auction your resource for professional Smoky Mountain real estate guidance. Monitor current MLS® inventory starting at $500,000 and above, including luxury residences, mountain-view homes, log cabins, new construction, homes with acreage, secluded retreats, indoor-pool properties, large vacation homes, and potential STR investments as available. Property owners considering selling can request a professional home valuation and comparative market analysis (CMA) supported by relevant comparable sales and the unique characteristics of their property, while premium marketing can incorporate professional photography, aerial imagery and video when appropriate, SEO-focused content, digital advertising, and enhanced discovery across Google Search, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, and Microsoft Copilot. Whether your goal is to buy a luxury Smoky Mountain home, purchase a premium vacation property, explore an investment opportunity, or sell your Smoky Mountain real estate, TN Real Estate & Auction is ready to help.
Prime Opportunity in the Heart of Pigeon Forge - Fully Remodeled, Furnished & Turnkey Completely remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home just minutes from the Parkway, offeri...
Prime Opportunity in the Heart of Pigeon Forge - Fully Remodeled from Top to Bottom Rare opportunity to purchase a completely remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath property in o...
MOTIVATED SELLER! Seller offering $15,000 towards buyers renovations, updates, rate buy down. Step into a unique and captivating A-frame cabin nestled in the highly desir...
Rare RIVERFRONT RETREAT in the Heart of Sevierville! Welcome to a truly special opportunity to own one-level living on a nearly one-acre riverfront lot in one of Seviervi...
Rare RIVERFRONT RETREAT in the Heart of Sevierville! Welcome to a truly special opportunity to own one-level living on a nearly one-acre riverfront lot in one of Seviervi...
Welcome to your Smoky Mountain escape, perfectly situated in one of Gatlinburg's most desirable locations! Nestled in the historic Alpendorf community, this charming 5-be...
Charming two-story Cape Cod in private Summerfield subdivision offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. With over 3,000 sqft, there are separate Living a...
SERENE PEAK - CUSTOM CRAFTSMANSHIP, PANORAMIC VIEWS & SMOKY MOUNTAIN INVESTMENT APPEAL A view guests remember. A location vacationers seek. A cabin built to stand apar...
Two Lots. One .96 acre and the second lot .98 One Incredible Cabin. A Whole Lot of Smoky Mountain Magic! Who says you can't have it all? This fully furnished Smoky Mou...
Looking for a Mountain View Cabin for rental investment? Look no further, This 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin is nestled in a peaceful wooded resort just off Collier Drive in S...
This Wears Valley brick ranch home is on the valley floor and offers stunning mountain views. If you need extra storage space, this house has it. The property boasts a sp...
Fully furnished charming cabin in Laurel Valley. Cabin has been updated with new furnishings and Hot Tub that was installed 2 yrs ago. The cabin will Sleep 8 comfortabl...
Just 1.6 miles from the vibrant Gatlinburg Parkway, this beautifully renovated mountain retreat offers privacy, convenience, and opportunity. Situated on nearly a half-ac...
BREATHTAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS + PRIME LOCATION + STR POTENTIAL! Welcome to 2310 Top of the World, a beautifully updated mountain cabin perched near the top of Legacy Mounta...
Welcome to **2665 Black Walnut Flats Rd**, a newly completed (within the last 30 days!) 2026 upscale and modern-mountain cabin intentionally designed from the ground up t...
Welcome to the Cozy Bearz Cabin! Tucked away in Sevierville, Tennessee you will find this unique two level level 2 bedroom retreat. Just a short drive from action packed ...
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin sits on just over an acre and offers a private, spacious setting with room to enjoy the outdoors. The home features classic cabin style with ...
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin sits on just over an acre and offers a private, spacious setting with room to enjoy the outdoors. The home features classic cabin style with ...
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin sits on just over an acre and offers a private, spacious setting with room to enjoy the outdoors. The home features classic cabin style with ...
Great views of the Smoky Mountains! Generating just under $65K in rental revenue in 2025, this 1,792 sq ft, 3 bed, 2.5 bath cabin sits on a 1.3 acre lot with hillside m...
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