
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.
The next iconic Smoky Mountain lodge just hit the market. BIG BEAR VIEWS LODGE | GATLINBURG, TN 5 Bed | 5 Bath | Sleeps 22 | 4,900 SqFt | Built 2020 | Fully Furnished | T...
Major Price Adjustment!! This brand new, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom modern mountain chalet delivers over 3,300 square feet of beautifully finished living space, all within min...
**Discover the Enchantment of Paradise Point Pool Lodge: Your Dream Mountain Retreat!** **Motivated Seller! All Reasonable Offers Welcome!** Escape to the breathta...
**Seller is offering a 2% credit toward closing costs**EXCEPTIONAL BRAND NEW 6BR INDOOR POOL CABIN WITH ROOF TOP DECK AND SPRINKLER SUSTEM JUST COMPLETED AND READY TO GE...
**EXCEPTIONAL BRAND NEW 6BR INDOOR POOL CABIN WITH ROOF TOP DECK AND SPRINKLER SUSTEM JUST COMPLETED AND READY TO GENERATE INCOME! PROJECTIONS OF $300k+!! THIS TURNKEY SH...
On a corner lot in the heart of Chalet Village North, this roomy mountain chalet pairs incredible Tennessee Valley views with Smoky Mountain views and nearly 3,700 square...
Live. Work. Play. Invest. Welcome to Turtle Hollow Estates at 248 Buckhorn Road, a one-of-a-kind Gatlinburg compound where Smoky Mountain beauty, artistic history, an...
Live. Work. Play. Invest. Welcome to Turtle Hollow Estates at 248 Buckhorn Road, a one-of-a-kind Gatlinburg compound where Smoky Mountain beauty, artistic history, an...
This brand-new mountain modern cabin at 2359 Mimosa Drive in Sevierville, TN perfectly balances style, function, and income potential. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms and 4....
Nestled in the heart of Wears Valley, this 3.65-acre A-1 zoned property directly borders Foothills Parkway land and U.S. Forestry land and located only minutes from The G...
Nestled in the picturesque mountain community of Kinzel Springs, this breathtaking home is a true masterpiece--crafted with an artistic eye for detail and exceptional qua...
Newly Constructed 6 bedroom, 7 baths, indoor pool, and outfitted with a sprinkler system for 20 occupants - This cabin is the kind of place guests want to book! With 2 ...
Newly Constructed 6 bedroom, 7 baths, indoor pool, and outfitted with a sprinkler system for 20 occupants - This cabin is the kind of place guests want to book! With 2 ...
Knights Ln cabin is in the heart of the Smoky Mountains in the sought after area of Wears Valley. Spacious 4bed/4.5bath living area with high ceiling windows sitting on o...
Welcome to your opportunity to own a proven Smoky Mountain short term rental investment property with breathtaking panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains National P...
This fully furnished, four-bedroom cabin sits on 2.66 acres just minutes from the Pigeon Forge Parkway, offering a rare mix of privacy and convenience. Spanning over 3,30...
Luxury new construction with pool and mountain views in the gated Shagbark community! This modern 4-bedroom, 5-bath cabin comfortably sleeps 12 and is being sold fully fu...
Welcome to this brand-new luxury cabin in the sought-after Smoky Mountain Ridge subdivision. Beautifully furnished and thoughtfully designed, this 5 bedroom, 4 full bath,...
Luxury new construction with pool and mountain views in the gated Shagbark community! This modern 4-bedroom, 5-bath cabin comfortably sleeps 12 and is being sold fully fu...
EPIC Mountain Views and solid rental history! Welcome to 839 Deer Path, where luxury and sophistication meet in one breathtaking mountain retreat. Capture sweeping vis...
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