Honoring Memorial Day in the Great Smoky Mountains

Posted by Gatlin on May 22, 2014

The Jason White Team, as well as everyone here at Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, Inc., would like to take this opportunity to honor Memorial Day, and to remember all of those who have served, fought for, and died for our great country. Your service inspires us all, and we thank you for your service to this country of ours.

In commemoration of Memorial Day, there are several events going on in and around Sevier County. One particular event directly connected with Memorial Day is the 1st Annual Sevier County High School Memorial Day 5K, which is being held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2014, at Sevier County High School, with registration at 7 AM, and the 5K starting at 8 AM. All proceeds will go to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and the Sevier County High School Foundation. For more on this event, please visit the Facebook page for the event, or check out this website, to learn more.

In addition, there will also be other events taking place throughout Sevier County this weekend. One of the largest events going on this weekend is the Dollywood Barbeque and Bluegrass Festival, which starts Saturday, May 24th, and runs through June 8th, at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. Park admission during the Festival time will include access to many different bluegrass artists and concerts, along with plenty of barbeque for everyone! For more on the Festival, please go to the official Dollywood website to find out more on this event.

Another great music event takes place starting tomorrow, May 23rd, and running through Sunday, May 25th, at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. This is the Gaither Family Fest in the Smokies, featuring the well-known gospel singers/songwriters Bill and Gloria Gaither, and many other gospel singers, songwriters, and more. For more information on this event, please go the Gaither official website find out more.

As we honor Memorial Day here in the Smokies, we truly consider ourselves fortunate to live a great country and to be a part of a great area like the Great Smoky Mountains. Please take some time this weekend to remember those who sacrificed everything for all of us enjoy the freedoms that we have today, and we want to thank all of those who served our great country, past and present.

As we remember those who gave it all for all of us, let us also remember that a great part of the American Dream includes being able to realize your own dreams of home ownership. With interest rates still at historically low levels, home ownership offers many exciting opportunities for those seeking their own pursuits of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, especially right here in the Great Smoky Mountains. Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see how The Jason White Team can help you realize your dreams of home ownership today!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Vintage-Style, 3 BD/2 BA Log Cabin w/Amazing Mtn. Views – New Listing! Averaged at or around $24,000 in rental income in 2013; has great rental potential, or can be a permanent or 2nd home! Has Large Living/Dining Rm w/vaulted ceilings & authentic mtn. stone woodburning F/P, a screened-in, interior porch w/hot tub, & much more. Only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg, the Nat’l Park, & the attractions. A great vintage-style cabin at a great value! Type: Single-Family Residential Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $139,900 For more information >

Private, 2 BD/2 BA Mountain Chalet Overlooking the Great Smoky Mtns. & Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Made over $13,000 in rental income in 2012, & over $16,000 in 2013! Has all new flooring, heating & air system, & much more; also has WiFi access, ample parking, Large Great Room, & deck area for seeing the lights of dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Smokies. Private, but also only mins. from dwtn. Gatlinburg, Ober Gatlinburg, & the attractions. Come see it today! Type: Single-Family Residential Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $159,900 For more information >

Private, 2 BD/2 BA Home Within Walking Distance to Dwtn. Gatlinburg! 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: $194,900 For more information >

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

A Brief Primer on Sevier County and Its History

Posted by Gatlin on May 15, 2014

Every year, millions of people come to our area to visit the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Dollywood, and much more. In addition, there is also a significant amount of history in Sevier County that people may or may not be aware of, and how rich and abundant that history is in this area. Such history helps to create a truly unique community and area, and today, we want to give people an opportunity to learn some of this history of Sevier County, and how it continues to influence our area’s culture and communities.

Prior to the 18th Century, Sevier County was largely inhabited by nomadic and semi-nomadic Native American tribes, including the Muskeogan tribes, and then the Cherokee by the 17th Century. Spanish explorers, such as Hernando De Soto and Juan Pardo also first visited this area during the 16th Century. In the mid-18th Century, settlers began to arrive into what would become known as Sevier County.

On September 18, 1794, Sevier County was formed from a part of neighboring Jefferson County, and was named after U.S. Brigadier General John Sevier, who also was the Governor of the one-time State of Franklin, which bordered modern-day Tennessee and North Carolina, and then was Governor of Tennessee. Sevier played a large role in settling the area, and in 1795, the county seat of Sevierville was established.

During the Civil War, Sevier County had divided loyalties between the Union and the Confederacy, but was largely pro-Union on part of many people in the area at the start of hostilities. Both Union and Confederate forces fought frequent skirmishes throughout the area, as each side jockeyed for control of the area, including nearby Knoxville, which was a strategic focus during the war, especially later into the conflict.

After the war, Sevier County continued to grow and expand on through the start of the 20th Century. In 1934, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park officially opened, along with the completion of U.S. Highway 441 to Sevierville and then into North Carolina, shortly thereafter. This led to ten of thousands of tourists to come and visit the area, which now numbers in millions of people that visit our area every year. Tourism is now the largest part of the local economy in Sevier County, and continues to grow to this day. A large part of this tourism every year also centers around Dollywood, the theme park named after the world-famous singer and entertainer, Dolly Parton, who is a Sevier County native.

Today, Sevier County remains steeped in its unique history, while also welcoming many to the area to see the wonder of the Smokies, the many attractions of the area, and much, much more. Sevier County also host many unique events in and around the County, including Sevierville’s largest annual event, the Sevierville Bloomin’ BBQ and Bluegrass Festival, which is actually being held this weekend, from May 16-17, in historic downtown Sevierville. There are numerous other events each year, as well, involving the communities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

With such a unique area as Sevier County, it is no wonder why so many people decide to come to visit this area each year, and possibly even making this area their home. 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 do for you and your home ownership needs today! You can also browse our Team page to learn more about us, and also visit our Facebook page to “Like” The Jason White Team today!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Well-Built, Spacious, 3 BD/3 BA Log-Style Home in Pigeon Forge – New Listing! Made over $27K in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs. alone!!! Has Large Living/Dining Rm, along w/screened-in porch, Large lower level Recreation Rm, & level parking. Only mins. to the attractions of Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, and more; very nice & beautiful home! Type: Single-Family Residential Location: Pigeon Forge, TN Price: $239,900 For more information >

Cozy, Vintage-Style, 3 BD/2 BA Log Cabin; Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – New Listing! Averaged at or around $24K in 2013; has great rental potential, or can be permanent or 2nd home. Has Large Living/Dining Rm w/vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, & woodburning mtn. stone F/P; also has screened-in, interior porch w/hot tub. Amazing views of Mt. LeConte & the Smokies; only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Nat’l Park! Type: Single-Family Residential Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $175,900 For more information >

Excellent 1.8 Acre Residential Home Site Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge – Just Reduced! Great residential home site, surrounded by several acres of dedicated green space; located in well-regarded Norton Creek subdivision! Level building site, w/driveway in place. Perfect place for a new home! Type: Residential Lot Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $25,500 For more information >

Sevier County’s Many Ongoing Springtime Events!

Posted by Gatlin on May 8, 2014

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During the Spring Season, there are many great events that feature the Great Smoky Mountains region in all of its natural beauty, and many people come to our area each year to see the many great natural, cultural and historical events and activities that comprise our area each and every year. As we speak, there are many ongoing events and activities that show the best of Spring here in the Great Smoky Mountains, and we will take some time today to mention a couple of these events.

In downtown Gatlinburg, today is actually a very busy and exciting day, with a new event called the Gatlinburg Beans ‘n Cornbread Blast, presented by Bush Brothers and Company. Today, from 1-8 PM, you can have an opportunity to come and visit downtown Gatlinburg, and celebrate Gatlinburg’s Appalachian culinary and musical past! This new events will feature cook-off contests, games, foot-stomping music from many different artists, and much, much more! This event starts early this afternoon, and goes until about 8 PM this evening. For more information on this new event, please visit the event website to find out more!

Also in Gatlinburg, there are other events going during the remainder of the Spring season, as well. You can also enjoy a Guided Walk and Tour of Gatlinburg, where you can see many of the spring wildflowers in bloom, go bird watching, and also learn about Gatlinburg’s historic past. For more information on this, please visit the City of Gatlinburg website to see and learn more.

There are also several upcoming events throughout the County during the next couple of weeks, including the City of Sevierville’s 10th Annual Bloomin’ BBQ and Bluegrass Festival, on May 16-17, which is the largest event in Sevierville for the year! The Gatlinburg Farmers Market will also be starting back up on May 17th, and lasting until October 11th, every Saturday morning from 8-11:30 AM at 849 Glades Road, where you can see and the many different local choices for healthy mountain living.

As Spring begins to transition to Summer, there are many great events and activities going on throughout our area for people of all ages. While here, why not see what else the Smokies can offer 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 our Team website, and you can make us one of your “Likes” on Facebook! Come and see why the Smokies are such a special place to live, work and play today!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Luxurious, 3 BD/3 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg! Made $41,000+ in rental income in each of the last 2 yrs.! Has many unique features; each BD has its own private BA & deck access. Very private; come see it today! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $359,900 For more information >

Private, Cottage-Style, 3 BD/2 BA Home Located in Norton Creek! Well-built home in beautiful,private setting; has 2-car garage, screened-in porch, spacious rear yard, & much more! Only mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $239,900 For more information >

Luxurious, Log Chalet Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg – Just Reduced! Averages $50,000+ in annual rental income! Has 4 BD, 4 BA, & 2 Half BA; each BD has own private BA w/ W/P & deck access. Amazing views of the Smokies! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $479,900 For more information >

The Jason White Team
Century 21 Four Seasons Realty
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 May, The Great Smoky Mountains Real Estate Market Continues to Remain Steady

Posted by Gatlin on May 1, 2014

Through the start of 2014, we have seen both the national and local real estate markets showing slow, but steady, growth on the whole in many real estate market categories, especially within the last 12 months. As we look at the statistics for the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market through April of this year, we will see that these trends, particularly in the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market, continue to remain steady in terms of these trends of real estate growth. Let’s now see what the numbers have to say.

In the category of Residences Sold, we see that in comparing April 2014 to that of April 2013, the number of residences sold actually increased by 3% in terms of homes sold, in that 39 more homes were sold as of the end of April 2014, as opposed to April 2013. This continues a 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 market does indeed continue to reflect a steady and slowly growing trend for residences sold, in which we also see somewhat happening on the national level.

In the category of Residential Dollar Volume for the year, we see a largely steady increase of 9% through April 2014, as opposed to that of April 2013. With the steadiness of the increasing numbers as it relates to Residences Sold, as mentioned earlier, this reflects the ongoing local and national trends of increasing home prices, and still continues to demonstrate that a greater dollar volume in homes are in fact being sold, as compared to the same time a year ago. On balance, this still shows a continuation of a steadily strengthening real estate market for both the local and national real estate markets, showing greater confidence on the part of both buyers and sellers.

There is also continued good news for sellers in the Average Sold Price Category. In line with statistics so far for April 2014, as compared to that of April 2013, prices still show a largely steady increase of 6%, which is also reflective of the recent local and national trends towards gradually higher average home prices, which has remained constant for at least the last 12 months. As confidence continues to slowly grow between potential buyers and sellers in the market as a whole, we foresee that the trend of higher home prices will likely continue for the foreseeable future.

In addition, available homes on the market are now actually showing a slight decrease. Through April 2014, as opposed to April 2013, the number of available homes actually declined by 1%, showing that there was a marked decrease of 45 homes from this time last year, compared to that of April 2014. This actually is in line with the latest national real estate trends, which also shows a decline in available home inventory, as well. While it is too early to say if this trend will continue, it does show that available inventory of homes is starting to decline, and certainly bears watching to see if such a trend continues.

As markets continue these gradual trends of growth locally and across the nation, these statistics are largely expected to remain largely steady at least in the short-term, showing the same continued slow, but steady, strength and growth that has been the case for the last 12 months. 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 now by visiting our website, 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:

Unique, Private Home Only Mins. to Gatlinburg – Just Reduced! 3 BD/1BA, w/spacious screened-in porch, & built-in carport. Very private, heavily wooded, & has own backyard. Unique home at a great price! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $127,000 For more information >

Private, Spacious, 3 BD/2 BA Home in Beautiful Pittman Center! Located in the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community; mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg & the Nat’l Park! Large living/dining rm, sunroom, 2-car garage, & level parking. Very private! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $185,500 For more information >

Picturesque, Victorian-Style Chalet Only Mins. to Gatlinburg! Made near or above $20K in rental income in last 3 yrs.! 2 BD, w/2 full BA & 2 half BA, & Each BD has in-room W/P & Priv. BA. Amazing views of the Smokies! Unique home & great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $279,000 For more information >

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

Sevier County Celebrates Earth Day!

Posted by Gatlin on April 24, 2014

This week, Sevier County celebrates Earth Day with a number of events and activities going on in and around the County, including two noteworthy events going on right here in Gatlinburg! Here are some of these events that are going on, starting today.

The 7th Annual Earth Day Festival will be held in Gatlinburg, today, April 24th, from 3-7 PM, Mynatt Park. You can bring the entire family to celebrate Earth Day with live music, games, crafts, food, and the Knoxville Zoo’s Zoomobile! All sales at this event will go to benefit the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation, which helps to provide local scholarships, donations to local schools, the Gatlinburg Goes Green Program, and other community educational events. For more information on this event, please go to the official website to find out more!

The following day, Friday, April 25th, the City of Gatlinburg will also have their Earth Day 5K Run/Walk. This nighttime race will begin at 10 PM, with athletes of all ages welcome to participate in this USA Track and Field-sanctioned event. Early registration is encouraged, with race night registration beginning at 8 PM at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and the race itself starting at 10 PM. For more information on the 5K, as well as how to participate, please go to the official website to learn more!

Another noteworthy event outside of Earth Day relates to the 9th Annual Flower and Garden Show to be held on Saturday, April 26th, from 9 AM-4 PM, and is sponsored by the Sevier County Area Master Gardener’s Association and the Sevier County Extension Office of the University of Tennessee. This will be held at the Sevier County Fairgrounds, and will feature many vendors selling plants, products, and services related to gardening. Admission is $3.00 per person or $2.00 with a non-perishable food item. For more information, please visit the Master Gardener’s Association website.

With so many events happening in the Springtime here in the Smokies, it is no wonder why so many people visit our area every year, and are just awed by the unique and special beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. 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 our Facebook page, and learn about who we are as a Team!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Luxurious, 5 BD/4 BA, Home w/Amazing Mtn. Views; Only Mins. to Gatlinburg! Has unobstructed, spectacular views of Mt. LeConte & the Smokies! Great as permanent or 2nd home, or overnight rental. Very private, level parking, & much more! Luxury & privacy – all in one! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $449,900 For more information >

Private, 1 BD/1 BA Log Cabin Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge! Made $16,000+ in rental income in last 2 years! Has Large Great Rm, along w/Master BD, w/in-room whirlpool & private BA! Very cozy & private – a great value! Type: Single-Family Location: Pigeon Forge, TN Price: $129,900 For more information >

Private, Well-Constructed, 4 BD/3 1/2 BA Log Home w/Amazing Mtn. & Valley Views! Made $46,000+ in rental income in last 2 years! Has level parking, along w/spacious kitchen/dining rm area, & many more amazing features! Only mins. from Dollywood & Pigeon Forge; an amazing, well-built home! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $450,000 For more information >

Happy Easter From The Jason White Team!

Posted by Gatlin on April 17, 2014

From all of us here with The Jason White Team and Century 21 Four Seasons Realty, we want to all of you a safe and Happy Easter holiday! Easter is this Sunday, April 20th, and we hope that you will enjoy this Easter weekend with your friends and family.

In and around Sevier County, there are a number of events taking place to celebrate Easter weekend. At The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grill, you can enjoy Brunch with The Easter Bunny, on Saturday, April 19th! This will take place at The Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grill in Pigeon Forge, located at 175 Old Mill Avenue at Traffic Light #7 on the Parkway. For more information, or how get reservations for this event, please visit The Old Mill website to learn more.

In addition, right here in Gatlinburg, there are a number of events going throughout the area, and will continue into Easter weekend. There is the Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show, which is currently going on, and will last until Saturday, April 19th, at Gatlinburg Convention Center. You can also enjoy the Great Smoky Mountain Association’s 64th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage, which features the many different types of spring wildflowers that are currently in bloom or in season throughout the Gatlinburg area. Lastly, on Easter Sunday, April 20th, at Ober Gatlinburg, there will an Easter Sunrise Service at Ober Gatlinburg at 6:30 AM, held by the Gatlinburg Ministerial Association, to those who are interested. For more on all of these exciting and diverse Easter weekend events, please visit the City of Gatlinburg website to find out more.

There are many, many more events going on in and around Sevier County related to Easter weekend, so take some time and enjoy the beauty, majesty and wonder of the Great Smoky Mountains! Why not also take some time to see what else the Smokies can offer you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and learn more about The Jason White Team today! Let us help you realize your home ownership dreams!

Have a Safe and Happy Easter, everyone!

Sincerely,

The Jason White Team

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Luxurious, Spacious Condo Unit w/Majestic Views of Mt. LeConte & the Smokies! 3 BD/3 BA unit, w/spacious den area, large living/dining rm, large Master BD, & much, much more! Part of well-maintained condo complex; has many community amenities, incl. clubhouse & pool. A definite must see! Type: Condominium Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $339,000 For more information >

Spacious Home w/Large Front & Back Yards in Great Sevierville Subdivision; Only Mins. to Pigeon Forge & Dollywood – Just Reduced! 4 BD/2.5 BA, w/side entry garage, large living rm, nice den/office area, & great front yard views. Part of well-established Sevierville subdivision; great home & location! Type: Single-Family Location: Sevierville, TN Price: $247,500 For more information >

Private, 3 BD/ 3 BA, Contemporary Chalet Near Ober Gatlinburg w/Spectacular Mtn. Views – Just Reduced! Made $17,000+ in rental income in last 2 years! Has Large Lower Level Recreation Rm/Den area, large living/dining rm, 2 decks, & level parking! Also only mins. to dwtn. Gatlinburg – a must see! Type: Single-Family Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $189,900 For more information >

Big Springtime Events in Sevier County This Weekend!

Posted by Gatlin on April 10, 2014

This weekend, there are a multitude of events taking place in Sevier County, just in time for the heart of the Spring season, right here in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains! Here are just a few of these many exciting events going on this weekend!

One great event that happens this time every year is the Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run, which is set to take place at the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge, from this Friday, April 11th, until this Sunday, April 13th. This annual event brings in many unique and different types of classic automobiles from all over the country. Many collectors and participants always attend from many different locations, and are a part of this greatly featured event. For more information on this event, please check out their website to learn more!

Another great event taking place this weekend is happening right here in Gatlinburg, on this Saturday, April 12th, from 1-6 PM on the Plaza at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. In addition, there will also be the Wine, Dine and Art Crawl on Friday, April 11th, from 5-9 PM. The Friday event will be in the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community part of Gatlinburg, where there will be a private, guided tour of participating galleries, featuring local art of all varieties, along with enjoying local wines and hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants. At the end of the tour, you will also get to enjoy a wonderful dinner at one of Gatlinburg’s most unique eating establishments. For Saturday, you will be able to enjoy different wines from all over Tennessee. For more information on these events, please go to the City of Gatlinburg website to find out more!

A great event this Saturday in Sevierville is the Easter Egg Hunt in Downtown Sevierville, located in historic downtown Sevierville along Bruce Street. You can take photos with the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs & much more! This is definitely a event for the whole family to enjoy and take part in! For more information, please visit the event’s website to find out more!

One additional event going on is the 5th Annual Buy Local Yard Sale, which will be set up inside the Exhibit Hall at the Sevier County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 12th, from 9 AM-5 PM. All proceeds will go to benefit the Sevier County Humane Society, and is a great way to help and give back to our local community. For more information on this event, please go to the Sevier County Fairgrounds website to find out more!

Events such as these, along with many, many more things to do and see, are why the Great Smoky Mountains are a wonderful place to live, work, and/or play! Whether you are a visitor or have been a resident your whole life, the Smokies are a very special and unique place for people of all ages to enjoy. 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 needs today!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Excellent 1.8 Acre Residential Home Site Only Mins. to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge – Just Reduced! Great residential home site, surrounded by several acres of dedicated green space; located in well-regarded Norton Creek subdivision! Level building site, w/driveway in place. Perfect place for a new home! Type: Residential Lot Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $29,500 For more information >

Perfect, Totally Refurbished Family Getaway Condo Unit Located Mins. from Ober Gatlinburg & Nat’l Park! 1 BD/1 BA studio unit located in the Gatlinburg Summit Condos complex. Has all new interior, w/new flooring, tasteful décor, & furnishings. Great unit, plus on-site management! Type: Condominium Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $35,000 For more information >

Contemporary, Well-Maintained Condo Unit w/Views of Ober Gatlinburg & the Smokies! 2 BD/2BA unit, w/$7,000+ in rental income in the last 2 years alone! Located in the High Chalet condo complex, w/access to community pool, game rm, & much more! Great value & location! Type: Condominium Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $69,900 For more information >

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

Heading Into April, The Great Smoky Mountain Real Estate Market Holds Steady

Posted by Gatlin on April 3, 2014

Through the start of 2014, we have seen both the national and local real estate markets showing slow, but steady, growth on the whole, especially within the last year or so. As we look at the statistics for the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market through March of this year, we will see that these trends, particularly in the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market, continue to remain steady in terms of these trends of real estate growth. Let’s now see what the numbers have to say.

In the category of Residences Sold, we see that in comparing March 2014 to that of March 2013, the number of residences sold held steady with an increase by 1% in terms of homes sold, in that 14 more homes were sold as of March 2014, as opposed to March 2013. This continues a 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 market does indeed continue to reflect a steady and slowly growing trend, reflective of the overall national trends concerning this category.

In the category of Residential Dollar Volume for the year, we see a largely steady increase of 8% through March 2014, as opposed to that of March 2013. With the steadiness of the numbers as it relates to Residences Sold, as mentioned earlier, this reflects local and national trends of increasing home prices, and still continues to demonstrate that a greater dollar volume in homes are being sold, as compared to the same time a year ago. On balance, this still shows a continuation of a steadily strengthening real estate market, showing greater confidence on the part of both buyers and sellers.

There is also continued good news for sellers in the Average Sold Price Category. In line with statistics so far for March 2014, as compared to that of March 2013, prices still show a largely steady increase of 7%, which is reflective of the recent local and national trends towards gradually higher home prices, which has remained constant for at least the last year or more. As confidence continues to grow between potential buyers and sellers in the market as a whole, we foresee that the trend of higher home prices will likely continue for the foreseeable future.

In addition, available homes on the market are actually showing a slight, albeit nominal, increase. Through March 2014, as opposed to March 2014, while the number of homes being listed as available on the market is relatively unchanged, there was a increase of 5 homes from March 2013 to that of March 2014. This shows that the number of available homes currently in the market have remained relatively unchanged, and even show a minimal increase, as we head into April 2014. This shows a possible leveling off of any sudden increases and/or decreases in the available inventory of real estate, indicating a possible greater market stability for numbers of available homes. While too early to tell if this will continue as such, it does show a gradual process by which greater stability is possible, at least in this category.

As markets continue these gradual trends of growth locally and across the nation, these statistics are largely expected to remain largely steady at least in the short-term, showing the same continued slow, but steady, strength and growth that has been the case for the last few months. Mortgage rates still remain at historically low rates, and there are still plenty of housing options to choose from, especially in the Great Smoky Mountain real estate market. Why not start your Great Smoky Mountain home search now by visiting our website, 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:

Unique, Private Home Located Only Mins. to Gatlinburg! 3 BD/1BA, w/spacious screened-in porch, & built-in carport underneath. Exterior made of California Redwood, & Western Cedar on the interior. Very private, heavily wooded, & has own backyard. Unique home at a great price! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $139,900 For more information >

Authentic Log Home w/Fantastic 180-Degree Views of Mt. LeConte & Smokies! Made $58,000+ in rental income in last 2 yrs. alone! Has split bedroom/bath suites for privacy & conscience. Has 2 deck levels, along w/level parking. Close to dwtn. Gatlinburg, but very private! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $479,900 For more information >

Pristine 12 Acre Estate w/Majestic Mtn. Views & Close to Gatlinburg! Amazing property, w/unlimited potential as a residence, rental, or retreat center! Very spacious, & borders the Nat’l Park, creating your own 530,000 acre backyard! You’ll never find another unique property like this! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $697,000 For more information >

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Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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A Look at The National Real Estate Market Through the First Three Months of 2014

Posted by Gatlin on March 27, 2014

From time to time, along a focus on the local real estate market here in the Great Smoky Mountains, it is also important to know what is going on nationally in terms of real estate, especially since what happens on a national level inevitably impacts what happens here in the local real estate market. Today, we will highlight some of the national trends that have happened over the first couple of months of 2014, particularly in terms of the national level in the real estate industry.

The first of these trends focus on the ongoing trend of rising home prices, which we have previously spotlighted in previous blog posts. In January 2014, for example, according to the S & P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indicies, home prices were in fact 13.2% higher that they were a year ago, even though this is still 20% off of the peak shown for home prices back in 2006. While the rise in home prices has been noticeable over the past few months, it is generally seen a slow, gradual rise by many experts, indicating the national market, while still not to the levels it was prior to the 2008 economic downturn, is beginning to show signs of gradual, steady growth over the long-term.

The second of these trends nationally since the start of the year relates directly to greater confidence on the part of potential sellers of homes. According to a recent survey conducted by Redfin, 38% of respondents indicated that there was an increased confidence on the part of potential sellers of homes, and also indicated that the first quarter of 2014 would be a good time for selling their home. Such confidence, as noted here, could lead more people place their homes back on the market, especially since home prices are on the increase in many markets. In addition, confidence on the part of home builders is also increasing nationally, as well, with more home builders beginning to express greater confidence in terms of the market as a whole, reaching levels of confidence that have not been since 2008.

The last of these national trends focuses on the purchases of new homes, which actually showed an increase of 9.6% to a 468,000 annualized pace, according to figures from the U.S. Department of Commerce, showing the greatest increase in new home sales since 2008. In addition, the median sales price increased 3.4% from January 2013 to January of this year, according to the same Commerce Department report. While not at the levels it was prior to 2008, this recent data collectively shows that there are signs of recovery in the real estate market as a whole, and even includes slow, but steady, growth, as previously discussed in earlier blog posts.

With this information in mind, particularly in regards to the current state of the national real estate market, why not see what the Smokies have to offer for you today? Please feel free to browse our Featured Properties, and see what The Jason White Team can do for your home ownership needs! In addition, you can also browse our Team website, to learn more about who we are and what we can do for you. You can also make us one of your first “Likes” on Facebook today by visiting our Team page! Let The Jason White Team help you realize your home ownership dreams today!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Properties:

Beautiful, Private 3 BD/3 1/2 BA, Log Cabin Located in Scenic Wears Valley! Amazing views of the surrounding Valley! Includes living/dining rm, upstairs loft, & virtual, 180-degree views from front deck. Great value in a beautiful & tranquil setting! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Sevierville, TN Price: $289,900 For more information >

Spacious, 4 BD, 3 BA Mountain Chalet Only Mins. to Dwtn. Gatlinburg! Made $12,000 in rental income in just 2013 alone! Breathtaking views of the Smoky Mtns.! Includes Large Rec Rm, large living/dining rm, full kitchen, & much more! Spacious home & great location! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $159,900 For more information >

Beautiful, Custom-Built Lakefront Home w/Amazing Views! Located on scenic Douglas Lake; has outside gardens w/commercial outdoor kitchen, gazebo, boat dock & ramp, & much more! Incl. spacious living rm, full kitchen, & lots of custom-built features throughout. A must see! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Sevierville, TN Price: $925,000 For more information >

Spring Season in Sevier County Kicks Off With Two Big Festivals This Weekend!

Posted by Gatlin on March 20, 2014

Today is the first official day of the Spring Season on the calendar, and this weekend, there will be two big events right here in Sevier County to help kick off the spring season! As the season now turns, our area will see lots of events and activities for people of all ages, along with showcasing the natural beauty and wonder of the Great Smoky Mountains during springtime.

One of the big festivals scheduled to begin this weekend is at Dollywood, with its annual Festival of Nations. This event will start this Saturday, March 22nd, and will last until April 21st. This one-of-a-kind event will feature events and activities from around the globe, with many different countries being represented throughout the festival. A wide array of performers, from countries such as Germany, Ethiopia, Colombia, and many, many more, are expected this year, bringing a diverse variety of performances and entertainment to people of all ages. For more information on the Festival of Nations, or about Dollywood itself, please feel free visit the Dollywood website to learn more.

The other major festival this weekend is in Sevierville, with the Spring Corvette Expo, being held from March 21-22, at the Sevierville Convention Center. Events at this expo, which drew over 4,000 people last year to it, will include a Collector Car Auction, a Corvette Judged Competition Show, and much, much more! This regular event features car enthusiasts from all over, and is well-attended every year. For more information about this event, please visit the event’s website to find out more.

In addition, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also a wonderful to visit this time of year. The National Park offers a wide variety of events and activities, including hiking, camping, nature trails, and much more! As the spring season continues, the opportunities to enjoy the National Park are truly numerous and plentiful. For more information about the National Park, please visit their website to learn more about the Park itself, including the many types of unique wildlife that are here, the many activities available, and much more.

With the spring season now beginning here in the Smokies, why not see what else the Great Smoky Mountains area can offer you? Please feel free to browse our available 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, explore our website, and learn more about who we are and what we can do for your home ownership needs!

Here Are A Few of My Featured Listings:

Incredible, 4 BD, 5 1/2 BA, Log-Style Home Adj. to Great Smoky Mtns. Nat’l Park! Made right at $60,000 in rental income consistently since 2010! Enjoy total privacy & luxury, while also taking in the relaxing sounds of the Little Pigeon River & amazing, beautiful views of the Smokies! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $599,900 For more information >

Private, Unique, 3 BD, 2 1/2 BA Vintage-Style Mtn. Chalet Adj. to Ober Gatlinburg! Great potential for permanent or 2nd home, or as overnight rental! Has multiple levels, including a loft bedroom for maximum privacy; also adj. to nearby mtn. streams. Great location w/maximum privacy! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $169,900 For more information >

Beautiful, 3 BD, 3 BA Mtn. Chalet, w/Fantastic View of Mt. LeConte & Only Mins. to Gatlinburg! Made greater than $15,000 in rental income in last 2 years alone! Totally remodeled, including new flooring, furnishings, decks, & much, much more! You must see to truly appreciate! Type: Single-Family Home Location: Gatlinburg, TN Price: $289,900 For more information >

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