Why Is The Gatlinburg Area Such A Great Place to Live?

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Literally millions of people come to the Gatlinburg area every year, and help our local economy by bringing billions of dollars here, but there remains one important question that some may be asking – Why do so many people come to the Gatlinburg area every year, and even eventually decide to live here?

The answer to this question begins with by simply looking at the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring such peaks as Mt. LeConte, Clingman’s Dome, and much more, along with having one of the world’s best known national parks, right here at our doorstep! The natural beauty of our area draws many to this area, along with a relatively unspoiled landscape, which remains the envy of people from all over the country and the world to this very day. In addition, you could also point out the many attractions of the area, including Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, the Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum, the new Rocky Top Sports World complex, and much more. Also, not too far away from Gatlinburg is the world-famous theme park, Dollywood, as well as the well-known nearby cities of Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and many more, which all contribute a sense of East Tennessee mountain life at its finest!

So, why do so many people come to Gatlinburg every year? The answer is simple – a combination of natural beauty, atttactions, culture, and more, all adding up to a one-of-a-kind, unique environment unlike any other in the country and the world. So, what are you waiting for? See what else the Smokies can do for you today! Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see what The Jason White Team can do for you and your home ownership dreams today, right here in the Great Smoky Mountains! You can also go to our Facebook page and “Like” us, and you can also learn more about The Jason White Team today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

1787 MOUNTAIN SHADOWS WAYWell-Built, 2 BD/2 BA Log Cabin Located Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Has made near or above $18K in rental income since 2011! Home includes a Large Great Rm w/vaulted ceilings, along w/2 deck lvls. to enjoy seasonal mtn. views, 2 Lower Lvl BD’s, easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & much more. Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions – come see this cabin today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $165,000  For more information >

 

 

 

 

1709 SMOKY HILLS DRIVEBrand New, 2 BD/2 BA Log Cabin Near Gatlinburg w/Spectacular Mtn. Views – Featured Listing! Made over $23K in rental income in each of the last 2 years alone! Located just 2 mi. from the Dwtn. Gatlinburg Strip, & is w/in walking distance to the Gatlinburg Comm. Center, Gatlinburg-Pittman H.S., the new Rocky Top Sports World sports complex, Mills Park, & much more. Home incl. Large Great Rm, along w/2 Master Suite BD’s, w/each Suite having its own in-room W/P & Private Bath. A very nice home w/wonderful views! Type: Single Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $247,900  For more information >

 

 

 

1704 HIDDEN HILLSLuxurious, Spacious Condo Unit w/Majestic Views of Mt. LeConte & the Smokies – Featured Listing! 3 BD/3 BA unit, w/spacious den area, large living/dining rm, large Master BD, fully-equipped kitchen, immaculate tile & wood floors, & much, much more! Property is a part of a well-maintained & established condo complex, including access to many community amenities, incl. clubhouse, pool, & more! Great Luxury in the Smokies at a great value, complete w/breath-taking mtn. views – a definite must see! Type: Condominium Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $339,000  For more information >

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Heading Into October 2014, The Great Smoky Mountains Real Estate Market Remains Steady

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Throughout 2014 to date, we have seen the local and national real estate markets reflecting largely steady growth in several key real estate market categories. As we look at the statistics for the Great Smoky Mountains real estate market through September of 2014, we will see that such trends, particularly in the Great Smoky Mountains real estate market, continue to largely show the same general trends of slow & steady growth that we are also seeing nationally. Let’s now see what the numbers have to say for September of 2014, as compared to those one year ago, in September of 2013.

In the category of Residences Sold, we see that in comparing September of 2014 to that of September of 2013, the number of residences sold actually declined slightly by 3% in terms of homes being sold, as there were 37 fewer homes that were sold as of the end of September of 2014, as opposed to September of 2013. While this does reflect a departure from the largely prevailing trend of increased home sales in the last several months, this also could indicate that with declining inventory, which has been the case for the last couple of months here in the local market, people are still looking for properties to buy and purchase on the open market. While it is way too early to say if such a downward trend will continue, this category certainly bears watching to see if these statistics will change, or reverse themselves entirely, as we continue to head into the Fall and Winter months of 2014.

RESIDENCES SOLD

In the category of Residential Dollar Volume from September of 2014, as opposed to September of 2013, we see an increase of 6% in terms of dollar volume through September of 2014, as compared to September of 2013, which is slightly down from last month’s increase of 9%, but continues to reflect a general upward trend in terms of Residential Dollar Volume throughout 2014 to date. This shows a continued local, as well as national, trend of relatively steady growth in terms of this category, possibly continuing to reflect the higher home prices that have been taking place for over a year or so now on a national scale.

TOTAL RESIDENTIAL VOLUME

There is also continued good news for sellers in the Average Sold Price Category. For September of 2014, as compared to that of September of 2013, average sold prices show an increase of 8%, which is a decrease of 1% from that of last month, reflecting a continued trend of gradually higher average home prices on both the local & national levels, and remaining largely constant for the past year or so. As confidence continues to slowly grow in both the local and national markets, we foresee that this relatively steady trend of higher home prices will likely continue for at least the short-term horizon, if not longer.

AVERAGE SOLD PRICE

In addition, available homes on the market are continuing to show a slight decrease, which has also happened over the last couple of months, as well. Through September of 2014, as opposed to September of 2013, the number of available homes did decline by 1%, or reflects a decrease of 70 homes in terms of available inventory, which is one of the larger declines of available inventory seen in at least the last couple of months locally. This actually is still largely in line with the latest national real estate trends, which also shows a small decline in available home inventory on the whole. However, despite this decline in inventory, it remains unknown if this decreasing trend in available inventory will continue, but this trend certainly also bears watching to see if it will, in fact, continue.

AVAILABLE INVENTORY

As markets continue these gradual trends of growth locally and nationally, these statistics are largely expected to remain largely steady at least for the short-term, largely continuing the same continued slow, but steady, growth that has been shown for over the last year or so. Mortgage rates still remain at historically low rates, and there are still plenty of housing options to choose from, especially in the Great Smoky Mountains real estate market. Why not start your Great Smoky Mountains home search today by browsing our Featured Properties, and seeing what the Smoky Mountains area has to offer for you today? You can also “Like” us on our Facebook page, or you can browse our team website further, to learn about The Jason White Team! Let us help you make your home ownership dreams a reality today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

APrivate, Spacious, 3 BD/3 BA Mountain Chalet Located Only Blocks from Ober Gatlinburg – New Listing! Has made over $31K in rental income since October 2013! This rustic-style home includes a Large Great Rm, a Large Lower Level Den/Rec Rm, 2 masonry gas F/P’s, partial mtn. views (esp. during fall & winter), & is set in a beautiful, private wooded setting. Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions; a great, rustic-style home in a great location – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $207,000  For more information >

 

 

 

 

APrivate, Well-Located 2 BD/2.5 BA Cottage-Style Chalet Only 5 Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Has great potential as a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental! Home has great mtn. views (esp. fall & winter), along w/2 deck levels, a surfaced private drive, easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & much more! Home also includes a Large Great Rm, is entirely at grade, & borders the Nat’l Park. Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions; great home w/lots of potential, w/in 5 mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg – come see it! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $99,900  For more information >

 

 

 

 

FPrivate, 2 BD/2 BA Home Within Walking Distance to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – Featured Listing! Good potential as a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental! Home has a wraparound deck on the front & side, w/living rm w/a masonry, woodburning F/P, & both BD’s on the 2nd floor for maximum privacy. Located off a private drive, & in a wooded setting, but is only mins. away from dwtn. Gatlinburg & City Trolley stops. Well-built & in excellent condition – great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $189,900  For more information >

 

 

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
Email: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Bringing in the Fall Season in the Great Smoky Mountains!

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As we start into the Fall months in the Great Smoky Mountains, we will see that the leaves will start changing color very soon, bringing many events, visitors, and opportunities for fun and enjoyment! The beauty of the Fall season in the Smokies cannot be underestimated, and there are many great events and activities going on right here, all built around the upcoming season!

The noteworthy part of the Fall season involves the changing of the leaf colors, and there are many great sites throughout Sevier County and the Smokies as a whole by which to view these changing colors. You can visit the City of Gatlinburg’s website today, which will tell you some suggested places by which to view the changing leaves, along with what you can expect during this time, which usually runs from about October 1st-November 15th. Also, there are many great events coming up in and around the Gatlinburg area particularly, which show this area’s undying enthusiasm for the Fall season. One of these events is the annual Oktoberfest at Ober Gatlinburg, which actually starts this weekend, and runs through until November 2nd, at the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. Another signature event is the Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival, which goes from October 3rd-October 5th, on the campus of the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, right in downtown Gatlinburg. There are many, many more events, so check out the City of Gatlinburg’s website today to learn more, along with checking out the City of Pigeon Forge’s website, the City of Sevierville’s website, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park website, today to learn more about enjoying the Fall season!

With all of these wonderful events and activities in the Smokies during the Fall season, it is no wonder why so many flock to this area every year! Why not see what else the Great Smoky Mountains can do for you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your home ownership dreams today! You can also “Like” us on Facebook, and learn more about our Team today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

APrivate, Wooded, 4 BD/3 BA Rustic-Style Mountain Chalet Located Just Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Made over $22k in rental income consistently since 2012! Home has amazing views of the Smokies, esp. during the fall & winter months, along with having a Large Living Rm, a Large Lower Level Den/Recreation Rm, 4 different deck areas (2 on the main level alone), & more! Very private, but also just mins. from dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions! A great home w/lots of privacy & wonderful seasonal mtn. views – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Price: $159,900 Location: Gatlinburg, TN  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
AVery Private, Well-Constructed 1 BD/1 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge – New Listing! Made near or above $15K in rental income consistently since 2010! Home is set in a very private, beautiful, & wooded setting; home incl. Large Great Rm, combined Kitchen/Dining Rm, a Master BD w/in-room Whirlpool, & large deck w/great views of the mountain forest. Very private location, but also only mins. to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, & the attractions! A well-built log cabin in a beautiful mountain forest – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Price: $121,000 Location: Sevierville, TN  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
APrivate, 1 BD/1 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge – Featured Listing! Made $16K in rental income in each of the last 2 years! Has Large Great Rm, along w/Master BD, complete w/an in-room whirlpool & private Bath, as well as a spacious deck area, great for enjoying the peace & quiet of mountain living! Located in a very well-established subdivision, & is only mins. to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & the attractions! Very cozy & private – a great value! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Pigeon Forge, TN Price: $117,000  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Celebrating the Heritage of the Town of Pittman Center!

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On Saturday, September 20, 2014, the Town of Pittman Center, TN, located just to the east of Gatlinburg, will be celebrating its annual Heritage Day event, from 9AM-4PM. Some of you are probably wondering – where is Pittman Center and what makes this amazingly beautiful mountain town so special? Actually, Pittman Center has a very interesting and unique heritage all its own, and also has earned many great distinctions and honors over the years for its location, as well as its natural beauty. Today, we focus on Pittman Center, and its truly unique mountain heritage, right here in the Great Smoky Mountains!

The story of Pittman Center starts with Frederick Emert, a Revolutionary War veteran who first settled in the area in the year 1784, and this area was first named Emert’s Cove, after Mr. Emert. Later, in 1919, a visionary Methodist missionary preacher named Dr. John Sevier Burnett came to the area, and began to build a center for the mission work being conducted there, and then his good friend, the Rev. Eli Pittman, came to the area a year later, in 1920, and then decided to build on the small settlement being established there, leading to the start of the Town of Pittman Center. In 1974, the Town of Pittman Center was officially incorporated in the State of Tennessee, and has remained as such ever since.

In addition, the Town of Pittman Center has also earned some notable distinctions over the years, as well. One of these involves the Middle Prong of the Little Pigeon River, which was recently ranked as being the cleanest river in the entire State of Tennessee. Also, the Town of Pittman Center was recently selected as being one of the best small cities in the United States. More importantly, the Town itself is situated in a broad valley area, with the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park serving as a wonderful and beautiful natural background, as well as being in close proximity to the nearby cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and many other Sevier County cities. As you travel up or down U.S. Highway 321, which goes through the Town of Pittman Center, it is not hard to see why this Town is “a community dedicated to preserving our mountain heritage.” For more information on Pittman Center, you can visit the Town’s official website today to learn more about this unique community.

With wonderful places like Pittman Center, it is not hard to see why so many come to this area every year, and find great places to live, work, and play. Why not see what else the Smokies can offer you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see what The Jason White Team can do for your home ownership dreams today! You can also “Like” us on Facebook, and learn more about our Team!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties in the Pittman Center Area:

 

 
CIncredible, 4 BD, 5 1/2 BA, Log-Style Home Adj. to Great Smoky Mtns. Nat’l Park – Just Reduced! Has made around $60K every yr. in rental income since 2010! Enjoy total privacy & luxury, along w/the relaxing sounds of the Little Pigeon River, & amazing views of the Smokies! Incl. 4 luxury Master Suite BD’s, as well as Large Rec Rm, a private, sound proof theatre rm, & more! Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions – come see it! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $597,000  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
APrivate, Spacious, 2 BD/3 BA Log Cabin Located in Beautiful Pittman Center! Made near or above $20K in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs.! Sits on 1.86 acres, creating a beautiful setting for enjoying the Smokies! Incl. a Large Living Rm, spacious Loft, Lower Lvl. Great Rm, & great views of the Smokies. Nestled in a very beautiful, wooded setting, this home is only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions – come see it! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Pittman Center, TN Price: $239,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
APrivate, Spacious, 3 BD/2 BA Mtn. Home in Beautiful Pittman Center – Just Reduced! Located in the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community; only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Nat’l Park! Incl. Large living/dining rm, sunrm, 2-car garage, & level parking, along w/a great area across the road, great for a garden or similar use, included with this property! Very private; close to many of the area’s attractions, and all in a beautiful, wooded setting! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $179,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Century 21 Recently Rated the Highest in Overall Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power & Associates for 2014!

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Congratulations to Century 21 for recently being ranked by J.D. Power & Associates as having the highest overall customer satisfaction, according to J.D. Power’s 2014 Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction Study! Specifically, Century 21 won several awards in several different real estate categories from J.D. Power, including, but not excluded to, First-Time Home-Buyer Satisfaction, Repeat Home-Buyer Satisfaction, First-Time Home-Seller Satisfaction and Repeat Home-Seller Satisfaction. With this announcement, Century 21 Real Estate became the only real estate company in the history of this study by J.D. Power to rank highest in customer satisfaction in all four segments. Truly a great achievement for Century 21 Real Estate, to be sure!

This week, we also want to focus on our recent successes as a real estate team and office, as well. As a part of Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc., we at The Jason White Team have accomplished a great deal over the several years, including as to customer service, dollar volume, and much, much more. In addition, our office here at Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc. has also distinguished itself over the last several years, as well, earning multiple honors in its own right. Among these accomplishment include receiving the prestigious Pinnacle award several times, which is an honorable service achievement reserved for only 3% of Century 21 Franchisees, as well as being ranked either #1 or in the top 3 in residential sales in Sevier County for over 30 consecutive years! As for our real estate team, The Jason White Team has earned the Top Firm Agent award from 2002-2013, as well as being recognized as the Top 1% Producer Locally from 2004-2013, the Top 1% Century 21 Mid-South Producer from 2004-2013, and Jason himself being recognized as the 1997 “Rookie of the Year” by the Great Smoky Mountains Association of Realtors. As you can see, Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc. and The Jason White Team have a history of accomplishment that truly goes above and beyond in helping people meet their real estate needs!

One of the great things about working in the Great Smoky Mountains with such an accomplished record is being able to help people who come to our area find the home of their dreams, and be able to enjoy the unique atmosphere and environment that only the Smokies can offer to people from all over the country and the world. Why not see what else the Smokies can do for you? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your home ownership dreams today! You can also visit us on Facebook, or browse our Team website to learn more about us today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

APrivate, Luxurious, 7 BD/4BA/2HBA Contemporary Chalet Only Mins. to Gatlinburg – New Listing! Currently on track to make over $82K in rental income this year alone; enormous rental potential! Includes a very Large Living Rm, a Massive Lower Lvl. Recreation Rm, 2 attached garages, a private swimming pool, & easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & more! Luxurious home, both inside and out; only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions – come see it today!  Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $699,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
APrivate, Spacious, 2 BD/3 BA Log Cabin Located in Beautiful Pittman Center – New Listing! Made near or above $20K in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs.! Home sits on 1.86 acres, creating a beautiful setting for enjoying the Smokies! Incl. a Large Living Rm, a spacious Loft, Lower Lvl. Great Rm, & great views of the Smokies, particularly in fall & winter. Nestled in a very beautiful, wooded setting, this home is only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Pittman Center, TN Price: $239,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AWell-Maintained, Spacious, 3 BD/3 BA Log-Style Home, w/Large, Well-Designed Front Yard! Ideal for a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental; w/in walking dist. to nearby area schools. Incl. Large Living Rm w/Massive F/P, Full Kitchen, spacious Loft, complete w/Private Master BD/BA Suite & Den, & 2 large decks,, along w/easy access to city-maintained roads & services. Also only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg & the attractions; very spacious & well-maintained – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $295,000  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Heading Into September 2014, The Great Smoky Mountains Real Estate Market Continues its Slow, Steady Growth

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Throughout 2014 to date, we have seen the local and national real estate markets reflecting slow, but steady, growth in several key real estate market categories. As we look at the statistics for the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market through August of 2014, we will see that such trends, particularly in the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market, continue to show the same general trends of slow, but steady, growth that we are also seeing nationally. Let’s now see what the numbers have to say for August of 2014, as compared to those one year ago, in August of 2013.

In the category of Residences Sold, we see that in comparing August of 2014 to that of August of 2013, the number of residences sold actually remained relatively unchanged (0%) in terms of homes being sold, and actually, there were six (6) fewer homes that were sold as of the end of August of 2014, as opposed to August of 2013. While this does reflect a departure from the largely prevailing trend of increased home sales in the last several months, this also could show that the market has become even more steady in terms of numbers of sold homes. While it is too early to say if such a trend will continue, it certainly bears watching to see if these statistics will change heading into the Fall and Winter months of 2014 or not.

GRAPH 1 - RESIDENCES SOLD

In the category of Residential Dollar Volume from August of 2014, as opposed to August of 2013, we see an increase of 9% in terms of dollar volume through August of 2014, as compared to August of 2013, which is only slightly down from last month’s increase of 11%, but continues to reflect a general upward trend in terms of Residential Dollar Volume throughout 2014 to date. This shows a continued local, as well as national, trend of relatively steady growth in terms of this category, possibly continuing to reflect the higher home prices that have been taking place for over a year or so now on a national scale.

GRAPH 2 - RESIDENTIAL DOLLAR VOLUME

There is also continued good news for sellers in the Average Sold Price Category. For August of 2014, as compared to that of August of 2013, average sold prices show an increase of 9%, which is an increase of 1% from that of last month, reflecting a continued trend of gradually higher average home prices on both the local & national levels, and remaining largely constant for the past year or so. As confidence continues to slowly grow in both the local and national markets, we foresee that this relatively steady trend of higher home prices will likely continue for the foreseeable future.

GRAPH 3 - AVERAGE SOLD PRICE

In addition, available homes on the market are continuing to show a slight decrease, which has also happened over the last couple of months, as well. Through August of 2014, as opposed to August of 2013, the number of available homes did decline by 2%, or reflects a decrease of 93 homes in terms of available inventory, which is the largest decline of available inventory seen in at least the last couple of months locally. This actually is still largely in line with the latest national real estate trends, which also shows a small decline in available home inventory on the whole. However, despite this decline in inventory, it remains unknown if this decreasing trend in available inventory will continue, but this trend certainly also bears watching to see if it will, in fact, continue.

GRAPH 4 - AVAILABLE INVENTORY

As markets continue these gradual trends of growth locally and nationally, these statistics are largely expected to remain largely steady at least for the short-term, largely continuing the same continued slow, but steady, growth that has been shown for over the last year or so. Mortgage rates still remain at historically low rates, and there are still plenty of housing options to choose from, especially in the Great Smoky Mountains real estate market. Why not start your Great Smoky Mountains home search today by browsing our Featured Properties, and seeing what the Smoky Mountain area has to offer for you? You can also “Like” us on our Facebook page, or you can browse our team website further, to learn about The Jason White Team! Let us help you make your home ownership dreams a reality today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

ABeautiful, Cottage-Style, 1 BD/1.5 BA Chalet Only Mins. to Gatlinburg – New Listing! Great as a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental! Enjoy mtn. living in this comfortable, cottage-style home; includes a spacious Great Rm on the Main Level, an even Larger Master Suite BD on the 2nd level (incl. in-room W/P, Private BA, & a screened-in deck area w/hot tub), a flowing mtn. stream in the front of the property, & much more! Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions; a great cottage-style home w/great potential! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $149,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

APrivate, Cozy, 1 BD/1 BA Chalet, Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg! Great permanent or 2nd home; also has great potential as an overnight rental! Located in a beautiful, wooded setting, w/a very rustic feel, giving you a real sense of mtn. living. Very spacious home, w/a Massive Main Level Great Rm, & an even larger 2nd floor Master Suite, incl. Master BD w/an in-room W/P, Master BA, & Private Laundry Rm! Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions; a very well-kept home in a great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $139,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

ZD2Private, 2 BD/2 BA Bungalow-Style Mountain Chalet Only Mins. to Gatlinburg! Made nearly $12K in rental income in 2013; has enormous rental potential, or can be a wonderful permanent or 2nd home! Each BD has own Priv. BA, closet, in-room W/P, & deck access, w/a sauna rm in Master BD. Incl. Massive Great Rm, level parking, & great seasonal, winter mtn. views. Has addt’l 1/2 acre across the street; can be used as a detached garage. Only mins. from Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & Pigeon Forge. A well-decorated, spacious home at a great value! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $199,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Celebrating Labor Day in the Great Smoky Mountains!

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This weekend, the Great Smoky Mountains will offer a series of events and activities surrounding the celebration of Labor Day, which takes place on Monday, September 1, 2014. Holidays are a very special time for the Smokies, and in our area, there is always a wide range of activities people to be able to take part in, whether it is enjoying the many attractions of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and the surrounding areas, or enjoying the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.

In Pigeon Forge this weekend, you have at least a couple of different opportunities to get in on the Labor Day fun and festivities. The Comedy Barn in Pigeon Forge will be having its Kickin’ Chicken 5K Run & Fun Walk, on Saturday, August 30, 2014, starting at 8:00 AM. All proceeds from this event will go to benefit the Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center for the 4th Judicial District of the State of Tennessee. For more information on this event, please go to the Comedy Barn’s website to find out more today. Also, for those car enthusiasts among you, The Diner in Sevierville will having a “Back to School Cruise In” starting at noon on Saturday, August 30, 2014, and will feature many great cars, prizes, and much more for the whole family. For more on this event, please go to The Diner’s website to find out more today.

In addition, the Sevier County Fair will be kicking off this Monday, on Labor Day, September 1, 2014, at the Sevier County Fairgrounds in Sevierville. This fair typically features many rides, prizes, contests, and much more, and will be open through September 6th, which is next Saturday. Lots of exhibits are planned, as well as a lot of fun, too – for more information, please go to the Fair’s website.

Lastly, right here in Gatlinburg, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open to all, showcasing some of the most beautiful and scenic environments that you will ever see, including many opportunities for hiking, camping, exploring, and much more. Also, you go to the City of Gatlinburg’s website to find out the latest in terms of upcoming events, as well.

With lots of opportunities available to have fun and enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains, it is not too hard to see why so many come to the area every year. Why not see what else the Smokies can do for you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your home ownership dreams today! You can also “Like” us on Facebook, and learn more about who we are today!

From all of us here with The Jason White Team, and Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc., have a Happy and Safe Labor Day Weekend!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

APrivate, Well-Constructed, 1 BD/2 BA Log Cabin Just Blocks from Ober Gatlinburg – New Listing! Has made over $32K in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs.! Incl. incredible views of the Smokies, borders the Nat’l Park, & incl. a Large Great Rm, Rec Rm, spacious Loft area w/Master BD & BA, in-room W/P, & priv. catwalk to your own balcony, & much more. Only mins. from dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions! A true log cabin in the Smokies – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $169,900  For more information >
 
 
 

 

 

 
APrivate, 1 BD/1 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge – Just Reduced! Made $16K in rental income in each of the last 2 years! Has Large Great Rm, along w/Master BD, complete w/an in-room whirlpool & private Bath, as well as a spacious deck area, great for enjoying the peace & quiet of mountain living! Located in a very well-established subdivision, & is only mins. to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, & the attractions! Very cozy & private – a great value! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Pigeon Forge, TN Price: $117,000  For more information >
 
 

 

 

 

ACharming, Beautifully-Constructed, 1 BD/1 BA Log-Style Cabin w/Great Mtn. & Forest Views! Made over $34K in rental income in each of the past 2 years! Well-constructed, rustic-style cabin; incl. Massive Great Rm w/vaulted ceilings, Loft-Style Recreation Rm, Large Master BD w/in-room F/P & W/P,  & great views of the mtns. & forests. Located in a well-established subdivision; only mins. from dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions. A beautifully-built home at a great value! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Sevierville, TN Price: $199,900  For more information >
 

 

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
E-mail: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

An Introduction to Clingman’s Dome, The Highest Point in Tennessee!

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When people come to the Great Smoky Mountains, people in the Gatlinburg area often think first of the mountain that some of the streets, attractions, and other places are named after, namely that of Mt. LeConte. However, there is another famous mountain that also deserves just as much consideration, which is the focus of this week’s blog post – Clingman’s Dome!

Clingman’s Dome is actually the highest point in the State of Tennessee, and is right along the border with the State of North Carolina. At 6,643 ft. in elevation, Clingman’s Dome is also the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi River, behind only Mt. Mitchell and Mt. Craig, both of which are in western North Carolina. One of the great features of Clingman’s Dome, along with being in the well-known Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is the Observation Tower, where many visitors come every year to see some of the most amazing and awe-inspiring views of the Great Smoky Mountains that you may ever see.

Based at the summit of Clingman’s Dome, visitors can see these incredible views for up to 100 miles in all directions, seeing both western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee at the same time, along with other states, on especially clear days. Plus, Clingman’s Dome is half in Tennessee, and also half of North Carolina! In addition, the world-famous Appalachian Trail (AT) also runs across the top of Clingman’s Dome, attracting many hikers and explorers from around the world every year. Clingman’s Dome is a true natural wonder, and it is no wonder why so many people visit it every year.

With mountain wonders like Clingman’s Dome, it is no wonder why so many people come to the Gatlinburg area every year, and why so many people want to live, work, and play here, as well. Why not see what else the Great Smoky Mountains can offer you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties today, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your home ownership dreams today! You can also “Like” us on Facebook, and learn more about The Jason White Team!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

GSMAOR191479Private, Well-Constructed, 2 BD/2 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Has made over $21,000 in rental income to date since September 2013; has great rental potential! Includes level parking, great views of the Smokies, a Massive Great Rm, Loft area w/Rec Rm, & is a true log cabin in every sense, both on the inside & out. Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, the Chalet Village Owner’s Club, & the attractions; very private, & a well-constructed home – come see it! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $209,900  For more information >

 

 

 
GSMAOR191500Private, Uniquely-Constructed, 3 BD/3 BA Cottage-Style Home Within Walking Dist. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Great for a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental! Includes a detached 2-car garage, 2 Master Suite-style BD’s w/Priv. BA’s, a spacious Sunroom/Dining Rm, & seasonal mtn. views. Also located on a private, dead end street, & is truly a uniquely-designed & built home, literally w/in walking dist. to the attractions of Gatlinburg! Come see this home today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $268,900  For more information >
 

 

 

FPrivate, 2 BD/2 BA Home Within Walking Distance to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – Just Reduced! Good potential as a permanent or 2nd home, or as an overnight rental! Home has a wraparound deck on the front & side, w/living rm w/a masonry, woodburning F/P, & both BD’s on the 2nd floor for maximum privacy. Located off a private drive, & in a wooded setting, but is only mins. away from dwtn. Gatlinburg & City Trolley stops. Well-built & in excellent condition – great location! Type: Single-Family Residential Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $189,900  For more information >

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
Email: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

The Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival Comes to Gatlinburg Next Week!

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Next week, a very exciting and entertaining festival is coming to the City of Gatlinburg! This is the 3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival, featuring numerous songwriters, musicians, and performing artists from the across the country, right here in the City of Gatlinburg, from August 21-24!

At this festival, you will be able to enjoy free live music at many venues around the City of Gatlinburg, along with many of the scheduled performers telling you the many interesting stories behind the music that they write. The theme of this year’s festival is “Celebrate Our Appalachian Musical Roots.” There will be a multitude of events, performances, activities, competitions, and much more at this year’s festival, and this festival also helps to promote songwriters to greater exposure for their music, as well as sharing the music that they write with many great music fans!

This will be the 3rd Annual Smoky Mountain Songwriters Festival, and it has generated a lot of interest in recent years, featuring many great performers and songwriters, from all walks of life. For more information, please go to the City of Gatlinburg’s website to learn more today! You can also officially “Like” the festival at their official Facebook page here.

With unique events like this being featured in the Gatlinburg area, it is no wonder that this area attracts so many people here every year. Why not see what else the Smokies can offer you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your home ownership dreams today! You can also “Like” us on Facebook, and read more about who we are and what we can do for your home ownership needs today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

APrivate, Beautiful, 2 BD/2.5 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to the Nat’l Park – Just Reduced! Has made over $20,000 in rental income since May of 2013; has great rental potential! Incl. amazing views of the Smokies, along w/Large Great Rm w/F/P, 3 levels of deck access, Large Lower Lvl Rec Rm, Large BD Suite in the Loft w/in-room W/P, & much more! Only mins. to the Nat’l Park, dwtn. Gatlinburg, & the attractions; very private home & a great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $229,900  For more information >

 

 

 

 

EPrivate, Beautiful, 2 BD/2.5 BA Log Cabin w/Amazing Views of the Smokies – Just Reduced! Has made nearly $22,000 in rental income since May of 2013; has great rental potential! Incl. 3 levels of deck access, as well as Large Great Rm w/F/P, Large BD Suite in the Loft w/in-room W/P, Large Lower Lvl Rec Rm, & much more. Only mins. to the Nat’l Park, dwtn.  Gatlinburg, & the attractions; very private home & a great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $229,900  For more information >

 

 

 

 
APrivate, Cozy, 1 BD/1 BA Chalet Located Only Mins. from Downtown Gatlinburg – Just Reduced! Made over $24,000 in rental income in 2013; has great rental potential! Incl. Large Great Rm, full Kitchen, Large Deck w/Hot Tub, Loft Area Rec Rm, & has future potential for a lower level. Has maximum privacy, but also close to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $169,900  For more information >

 

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
Email: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com

Heading Into August 2014, The Great Smoky Mountain Real Estate Market Continues to Remain Steady

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Throughout 2014 to date, we have seen the local and national real estate markets reflecting slow, but steady, growth in several key real estate market categories. As we look at the statistics for the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market through July of 2014, we will see that such trends, particularly in the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market, continue to show the same general trends of slow, but steady, growth that we are also seeing nationally. Let’s now see what the numbers have to say for July of 2014, as compared to those one year ago, in July of 2013.

In the category of Residences Sold, we see that in comparing July of 2014 to that of July of 2013, the number of residences sold increased by 3% in terms of homes being sold, in that 42 more homes were sold as of the end of July of 2014, as opposed to July of 2013, which remains unchanged from last month, reflecting the same percentage in this statistical category. This reflects a general trend of steadiness, as well as gradual growth, in the real estate market as a whole, and as we look at the rest of the statistics, we will see that the local market does indeed continue to reflect this same general trend of steady and slow growth, with respect not just to Residences Sold, but in other real estate statistical categories.

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In the category of Residential Dollar Volume from July of 2014, as opposed to July of 2013, we see an increase of 11% in terms of dollar volume through July of 2014, as compared to July of 2013, which is slightly up from last month’s increase of 10%, but continues to reflect a general upward trend in terms of Residential Dollar Volume throughout 2014 to date. This shows a continued local, as well as national, trend of relatively steady growth in terms of this category, possibly continuing to reflect the higher home prices that have been taking place for over a year or so now on a national scale.

GRAPH #2 - RESIDENTIAL DOLLAR VOLUME

There is also continued good news for sellers in the Average Sold Price Category. For July of 2014, as compared to that of July of 2013, average sold prices show an increase of 8%, which is an increase of 1% from that of last month, reflecting a continued trend of gradually higher average home prices on both the local & national levels, and remaining largely constant for the past year or so. As confidence continues to slowly grow in both the local and national markets, we foresee that this relatively steady trend of higher home prices will likely continue for the foreseeable future.

GRAPH #3 - AVERAGE SOLD PRICE

In addition, available homes on the market are continuing to show a slight decrease, which has also happened over the last couple of months, as well. Through July of 2014, as opposed to July of 2013, the number of available homes did decline by 1%, or reflects a decrease of 37 homes in terms of available inventory. This actually is still largely in line with the latest national real estate trends, which also shows a small decline in available home inventory on the whole. It remains unknown if this decreasing trend in available inventory will continue, but this trend certainly bears watching to see if it will, in fact, continue.

GRAPH #4 - AVAILABLE INVENTORY

As markets continue these gradual trends of growth locally and nationally, these statistics are largely expected to remain largely steady at least for the short-term, largely continuing the same continued slow, but steady, growth that has been shown for over the last year or so. Mortgage rates still remain at historically low rates, and there are still plenty of housing options to choose from, especially in the Great Smoky Mountains real estate market. Why not start your Great Smoky Mountains home search today by browsing our Featured Properties, and seeing what the Smoky Mountain area has to offer for you? You can also “Like” us on our Facebook page, or you can browse our team website further, to learn about The Jason White Team! Let us help you make your home ownership dreams a reality today!

 

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

 

ALuxurious, Beautifully-Decorated 4 BD/4 BA Log Home in Chalet Village – New Listing! Just started w/a well-managed rental program; has great potential as an overnight rental, or as a permanent or 2nd home! Has amazing views of Mt. LeConte & the Smokies, Large Living Rm, Combination Gourmet Kitchen & Dining Rm, Large Open Recreational Rm, 2 Master Suites, 2-car attached garage, relatively level parking, & much more! Has easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, & Nat’l Park. A very luxurious & spacious home – come see it today! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $575,000  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

CPrivate, Spacious 5 BD/4 BA Log Cabin, w/Incredible Mtn. Views, Only Mins. to Gatlinburg – New Listing! Made over $61K in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs.! Very spacious home, w/ incredible views of dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Smokies. Has a Large Living/Dining Rm, Den/Recreational Rm, spacious deck area, level parking, easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & much more! Only mins. from dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & City trolley stops. A great location, w/one-of-a-kind City & mtn. views & great income potential! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $239,900  For more information >
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

ABeautiful, Vintage-Style, 3 BD/3 BA Private Chalet Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – Just Increased! Over $26K in rental income for 2012 & 2013! Incl. great views of dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Smokies, & 2 spacious deck areas. Has Large Great Rm, spacious Loft area w/Den, Large Lower Recreational Rm, & more, along w/street-level & lower level parking areas, easy access to city-maintained roads & services, & only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, City Trolley stops, & the Nat’l Park. A private, uniquely designed home close to dwtn. Gatlinburg! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $239,000  For more information >
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

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The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc.
1441 Wiley Oakley Drive
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Toll Free: (877) 678-2121
Fax: (865) 436-7227
Email: jason@jasonwhiteteam.com
Website: https://gatlinburgrealestateforsale.com