
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.
Nestled in the heart of Wears Valley, this charming property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Located just minutes from the area's top attra...
This cabin in the highly sought after Gatlinburg Falls Resort is now for sale! With Gorgeous mountain views and being just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg this home make...
This cabin in the highly sought after Gatlinburg Falls Resort is now for sale! With Gorgeous mountain views and being just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg this home make...
Don't miss your chance to own the final end unit in the highly sought-after Baskins Creek Townhomes. As the exclusive remaining end unit, Unit 12 features additional wind...
Turnkey Smoky Mountain investment cabin with the kind of layout STR buyers are hunting for: four private en-suite bedrooms, transferable bookings, and clear upside with c...
Discover this beautiful mountain cabin, perfectly located in the desirable Limberlost subdivision of Gatlinburg, offering stunning mountain views. $100,000 in projected f...
Discover this beautiful mountain cabin, perfectly located in the desirable Limberlost subdivision of Gatlinburg, offering stunning mountain views. $100,000 in projected f...
MOTIVATED SELLER!!!! ''Your Happy Place'' is a rare investment opportunity in the highly sought-after Preserve Resort—a professionally decorated and top-performing 3BR/3B...
Nestled in the heart of Laurel Valley/Cold Springs in Townsend, TN, this beautiful mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and community living. Feat...
MOTIVATED SELLER!!!! ''Your Happy Place'' is a rare investment opportunity in the highly sought-after Preserve Resort--a professionally decorated and top-performing 3BR/...
In one of the most desirable areas of the Smokies, this newer Wears Valley cabin pairs mountain views with the kind of easy access that renters appreciate. Less than half...
INCOME POTENTIAL ESTIMATED AT OVER 100K • LEVEL ACCESS • NO HOA -- RARE SMOKY MOUNTAIN CABIN OPPORTUNITY SELLER WILL PAY $15,000 IN CLOSING COSTS!!! Turnkey 3BR/2.5BA t...
Your Chalet in the Woods Awaits! Enjoy breathtaking sunrise mountain views, evening Dollywood fireworks, and unmatched privacy on 6+ wooded acres. This incredible cabin ...
Experience gracious mountain living in this secluded, meticulously maintained home nestled within the peaceful Stonegate community. Ideal as a primary residence, vacation...
This exceptional 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath with 3203 sq ft cabin is located in heart of Wears Valley TN within the prestigious Autumn View Estates subdivision. It features city...
The sign at the garden's edge reads ''Gillespie's Garden''. That is what 22 years in one family's hands does to a property. The love and detail in this home only comes al...
The sign at the garden's edge reads ''Gillespie's Garden''. That is what 22 years in one family's hands does to a property. The love and detail in this home only comes al...
Welcome to The Highlander, a picturesque mountain view cabin where the Great Smoky Mountains take center stage, creating a breathtaking backdrop from sunrise to sunset. N...
**Turn-key short-term rental -- Furnishings convey, the cabin is already set up as a high end short term rental, and the current owners have kept up with bi-weekly mainte...
From the stainless steel appliances, pool table, gas fireplace, and 12.5' screen home theater system with surround sound inside, to the private hot-tub, wrap around deck,...
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