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# Top Real Estate Agents in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

> Gatlinburg, Tennessee real estate: median price $300,000, 3.8% YoY change. Find top-rated agents near you today.

**Agents Ranked:** 11 | **State:** Tennessee

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Katelyn Warren
- **Brokerage:** Century 21 Legacy
- **Total Sales:** 71
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 21
- **Website:** https://katelyntnrealtor.com

### #2 Jane Terrell
- **Brokerage:** Prime Mountain Properties
- **Total Sales:** 494
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 21
- **Listings:** 0

### #3 Jason White
- **Brokerage:** Century 21 Legacy 
- **Total Sales:** 1280
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 30
- **Listings:** 53

### #4 Darlene Derosia-Pearson
- **Brokerage:** Smoky Mountain Real Estate Corp.
- **Total Sales:** 1483
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 24
- **Listings:** 24

### #5 Charity Brown
- **Brokerage:** Tennessee Elite Realty, LLC
- **Total Sales:** 1293
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 21
- **Listings:** 92

### #6 Tracy King Your Home Sold Guaranteed
- **Brokerage:** Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty 
- **Total Sales:** 4186
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** 20
- **Listings:** 190

### #7 Louis Josey
- **Brokerage:** Prime Mountain Properties
- **Total Sales:** 195
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 17
- **Listings:** 8

### #8 Annie Maloney
- **Brokerage:** Prime Mountain Properties
- **Total Sales:** 277
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 21
- **Listings:** 0

### #9 JET Real Estate
- **Brokerage:** Jet Real Estate
- **Total Sales:** 386
- **Avg Rating:** 4.9
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 2

### #10 Amanda Gutmaker
- **Brokerage:** The Real Estate Firm 
- **Total Sales:** 142
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 13

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Gatlinburg Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Gatlinburg, Tennessee?

The median home price in Gatlinburg is $300,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting.

### How long does it take to sell a home in Gatlinburg?

Homes in Gatlinburg spend an average of 23 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer.

### How do I find the best real estate agent in Gatlinburg, Tennessee?

Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Gatlinburg's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Gatlinburg based on documented sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold.

### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Gatlinburg?

In Tennessee, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Gatlinburg will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions).

### How much does a real estate agent cost in Gatlinburg?

In Tennessee, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing.

### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Gatlinburg?

Ask about their recent sales in Gatlinburg specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these.

### What makes Gatlinburg one of the most active short-term rental markets in the country?

Gatlinburg sits at the primary entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the United States, which delivers more than 10 million visitors annually and makes STR-eligible cabins in Sevier County among the highest-performing vacation rental assets in the Southeast. Properties with mountain views, hot tubs, and entertainment amenities routinely generate $60,000 to $150,000 or more in annual gross revenue.

### Are there restrictions on short-term rentals in Gatlinburg?

Gatlinburg and the surrounding Sevier County unincorporated areas have been relatively permissive toward short-term rentals compared to many U.S. markets, though registration and safety inspection requirements apply. Buyers should verify current STR licensing requirements, HOA restrictions if applicable, and the specific permit status of any property they intend to operate as a vacation rental.

### How did the 2016 wildfires affect Gatlinburg real estate?

The devastating November 2016 wildfire destroyed or damaged thousands of structures in and around Gatlinburg, but the rebuilding cycle that followed accelerated the replacement of older cabins with higher-end, better-equipped vacation rental properties. The rebuilt inventory has outperformed pre-fire projections in many cases, as newer construction supports higher nightly rates.

### What price range should buyers expect for investment-grade Gatlinburg cabins?

Entry-level STR cabins in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge corridor start around $350,000 to $450,000 for one-to-two bedroom units, while premium multi-bedroom properties with game rooms, theater rooms, and large hot tub decks trade from $700,000 to well over $1 million. Cap rates have compressed as the market matured, so buyers should model conservative occupancy assumptions and current nightly rates when evaluating cash flow.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/tn/gatlinburg*