
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 5236 Mathis Branch Rd, Cosby, TN 37722, a rare opportunity to own property in the heart of East Tennessee's Smoky Mountains. This Cosby TN real estate offering...
Emerald View Retreat is a private mountain cabin located in beautiful Wears Valley, offering stunning long-range views overlooking the valley below. Perfectly positioned ...
Charming Chalet Village Cabin • Long-Range Mountain + City Views • Hot Tub • Fire Pit. Welcome to your Smoky Mountain escape in highly desirable Chalet Village, Gatlin...
BACK ON THE MARKET THROUGH ABSOLUTELY NO FAULT OF THE SELLERS. THE PREVIOUS CONTRACT TERMINATED ON THE SCHEDULED CLOSING DATE. THE SELLERS REMAINED FULLY PREPARED TO CLOS...
Nestled in the Smokies with mountain and peaceful tree views and easy flat-road access, Bear Tracks is a turnkey 2-bedroom, 2 full bath cabin offering strong rental perfo...
Welcome to Steel Mountain Hideaway, a stylishly designed luxury Smoky Mountain retreat with breathtaking mountain views, ranked among Airbnb's Top 10% of Homes with 140 r...
Escape to serene mountain living--your private retreat with gorgeous seasonal mountain views and frequent wildlife sightings, including bears. Enjoy true privacy and peac...
Tucked away at the end of the road and surrounded by mature trees, this beautifully maintained cabin offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Neat, ...
Tucked away at the end of the road and surrounded by mature trees, this beautifully maintained cabin offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Neat, ...
Beautiful all-brick home located in the highly desirable Landmark Point Subdivision! This immaculate property features a spacious split-bedroom floor plan with abundant n...
Beautiful all-brick home located in the highly desirable Landmark Point Subdivision! This immaculate property features a spacious split-bedroom floor plan with abundant n...
STELLAR LOCATION less than ONE MILE to the PARKWAY with a LONG RANGE SMOKY MOUNTAIN VIEW. This 1BR/1BA with an OPEN AIR LOFT (aka potential BONUS ROOM) might be the c...
This 2BR+loft cabin is professionally & uniquely designed, fully renovated, fully furnished, high producing STR ($78k in 2025) tucked away in the heart of the Smokies -- ...
Situated on over 5.5 unrestricted acres just 5 minutes from Downtown Sevierville and 15 minutes from Pigeon Forge, this fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers ...
First time on the market. Hot tub under covered deck with seasonal mountain views. Log furniture, 3 stone fireplaces. Sauna on the main floor with a bedroom and full bath...
First time on the market. Hot tub under covered deck with seasonal mountain views. Log furniture, 3 stone fireplaces. Sauna on the main floor with a bedroom and full bath...
Log home with mountain views. Heart shaped tub with a bedroom and bathroom. Hot tub under covered deck. 2 stone fireplaces. Upstairs you have a bed and several arcade gam...
Log home with mountain views. Heart shaped tub with a bedroom and bathroom. Hot tub under covered deck. 2 stone fireplaces. Upstairs you have a bed and several arcade gam...
Mountain and City views from this cabin. Heart shaped tub and bed on main floor, 2 stone fireplaces. Large game room and bed in upper story. Lots of glass to enjoy the vi...
**Home is serviced by a 2-bedroom septic system. Property offers three additional finished bedrooms.** NO HOA Welcome to your own private retreat in Sevier County! ...
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