
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.
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UNBELIEVABLE OPPORTUNITY! THIS ONE OF A KIND LUXURY EQUESTRIAN ESTATE SITTING ON 11.42 PRIVATE ACRES, GATED ENTRANCE, 5 CAR GARAGE ON THE MAIN LEVEL, BREATHTAKING MOUNTAI...
UNBELIEVABLE OPPORTUNITY! THIS ONE OF A KIND LUXURY EQUESTRIAN ESTATE SITTING ON 11.42 PRIVATE ACRES, GATED ENTRANCE, 5 CAR GARAGE ON THE MAIN LEVEL, BREATHTAKING MOUNTAI...
Experience the ultimate Smoky Mountain retreat in this extraordinary luxury cabin, offering 7 spacious bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath, thoughtfully designed ...
Experience the ultimate Smoky Mountain retreat in this extraordinary luxury cabin, offering 7 spacious bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath, thoughtfully designed ...
98 Acres in the Heart of the Smoky Mountains Two homes. Panoramic views. Endless build potential. Will divide. This is the kind of property that stops you mid-scroll....
First Time Ever Offered - 56.74 Acres Just 10 Minutes from Pigeon Forge Parkway with Incredible Development Potential. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly ...
First Time Ever Offered - 56.74 Acres Just 10 Minutes from Pigeon Forge Parkway with Incredible Development Potential. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly r...
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Luxury Modern Mountain Investment Cabin | Smoky Mountains Introducing an exceptional six-bedroom, five-bathroom modern mountain retreat designed to deliver both unforg...
Luxury Modern Mountain Investment Cabin | Smoky Mountains Introducing an exceptional six-bedroom, five-bathroom modern mountain retreat designed to deliver both unforg...
Investment Opportunity in Pigeon Forge, TN. $140K gross rental income. Explore this portfolio of 9 meticulously maintained 1-bedroom condominiums in central Pigeon Forge,...
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY | TURNKEY SHORT-TERM RENTAL PORTFOLIO 4 Properties | 5 Airbnb Listings | 8 Bedrooms + 1 Sleeping Room | 9 Bathrooms | Sleeps 26 | $237,035 Docum...
LIMITED INVENTORY! Experience resort-style living and unmatched investment potential in this brand-new cabin community featuring an EXCLUSIVE, NOW OPEN multi-million-doll...
Experience resort-style living and unmatched investment potential in this brand-new cabin community featuring an EXCLUSIVE, NOW OPEN multi-million-dollar waterpark--owned...
Heaven's View Brings you Unmatched Panoramic Mountain Views and a Luxury 5 bed, 5 bath Smoky Mountain Investment Retreat! Experience the pinnacle of Great Smoky Mountain ...
Heaven's View Brings you Unmatched Panoramic Mountain Views and a Luxury 5 bed, 5 bath Smoky Mountain Investment Retreat! Experience the pinnacle of Great Smoky Mountain ...
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