
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.
Welcome to ''Splish N Splash''--a 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath cabin in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, built with investors in mind. With grossing over $142k in the last two ye...
Seller is offering a credit towards buyer's closing costs, buy down points and/or updates with an acceptable offer, ask your agent for details! A classic Gatlinburg A-fra...
Make your offer for these TWO CABINS located on 2.77 acres are fully furnished and income-producing! Currently at $96,400 combined YTD gross as of 9/19/26 (past + future ...
If you've been watching this neighborhood and waiting for the right one... this is where people either move fast... or watch someone else get it. Tucked into a private...
Perfectly situated in a prime Gatlinburg location, this brand-new cabin blends modern style with stunning views - an ideal opportunity for an income-producing overnight r...
Perfectly situated in Gatlinburg, this brand-new cabin blends modern style with stunning views. The open living space, framed by vaulted wooden ceilings and expansive win...
Welcome to your next high-performing short-term rental investment in the scenic Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee! This brand-new 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom cabin spans 2,400 ...
Turnkey investment opportunity in the Smoky Mountains. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin in Grandview Resort is currently operating as a successful short-ter...
Turnkey investment opportunity in the Smoky Mountains. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cabin in Grandview Resort is currently operating as a successful short-ter...
Short sale opportunity! Welcome to this turnkey investment opportunity in the heart of Sevierville! This newly built 2400 Sqft with a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath luxury cabin...
Location, location, location! Welcome to 576 Dollywood Lane Unit 1, a spacious 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom property perfectly positioned in the heart of Pigeon Forge and ready ...
Location, location, location! Welcome to 576 Dollywood Lane Unit 1, a 4-bedroom, 4-bath cabin ideally situated in the heart of Pigeon Forge and just minutes from Dollywoo...
This proven income producing Smoky Mountain cabin generated $100,987 in 2025, making it an excellent opportunity for STR investors seeking a turnkey addition to their por...
REDUCED!! INVESTORS TAKE NOTICE OF THIS LUXURY RENTAL CABIN WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS!! The cabin name is ''Serenity Peak'' and it is located in an Upscale Mountain Retreat ...
REDUCED!! INVESTORS TAKE NOTICE OF THIS LUXURY RENTAL CABIN WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS!! The cabin name is ''Serenity Peak'' and it is located in an Upscale Mountain Retreat ju...
REDUCED!! INVESTORS TAKE NOTICE OF THIS LUXURY RENTAL CABIN WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS!! The cabin name is ''Serenity Peak'' and it is located in an Upscale Mountain Retreat ju...
Brand-new construction featuring 2 bedrooms plus a bonus room, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 2,299 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The home will feature impr...
It's no wonder this 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath cabin has grossed over $100K in revenue on average over the last 3 years. It truly has it all--fantastic views, an indoor pool, a co...
If mountain views were a competition, this cabin would bring home the trophy! Nestled in Gatlinburg's popular Roaring Fork area, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath retreat offers the...
If mountain views were a competition, this cabin would bring home the trophy! Nestled in Gatlinburg's popular Roaring Fork area, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath retreat offers the...
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