Smoky Mountain Land for Sale

Smoky Mountain Land for Sale

Smoky Mountain Land for Sale in Sevier County, TN

If you’re searching for Smoky Mountain land for sale, you’re looking in one of the most in-demand real estate markets in the Southeast. From Sevierville to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, buyers are actively securing land for custom cabins, short-term rental investments, and private mountain retreats.

At TN Smoky Mtn Realty, we specialize in helping buyers find buildable land with real potential—not just listings that look good online.

Why Buy Land in the Smoky Mountains?

Owning land in the Smokies offers a unique opportunity to create something tailored to your goals. Whether you're building a personal getaway or an income-producing cabin, land gives you:

  • Flexibility to design your ideal cabin or investment property
  • Opportunity to enter the market at a lower price point than existing homes
  • Strong appreciation potential in high-demand areas
  • The ability to target short-term rental income from day one of completion

With tourism continuing to drive demand in Sevier County, land remains one of the smartest entry points into the market.

What Makes Land “Buildable” in the Smokies?

Not all land is created equal. One of the biggest mistakes buyers make is purchasing land without understanding what it takes to build on it. Key factors to evaluate include:

  • Topography – Steep vs. build-ready terrain
  • Road access – Paved, gravel, or private drives
  • Utilities – Availability of electric, water, or well/septic options
  • Zoning & STR regulations – Critical for rental income potential
  • View potential – Mountain views vs. wooded privacy

Our team helps you identify land that is not only buildable—but profitable and functional.

Best Areas to Buy Smoky Mountain Land

Some of the most sought-after areas for land purchases include:

  • Sevierville – STR-friendly with strong investment demand
  • Wears Valley – Larger tracts, privacy, and panoramic views
  • Gatlinburg outskirts – Close to attractions with high rental appeal
  • Blount County / Townsend – More space, less congestion, peaceful setting

Each area offers a different balance of privacy, accessibility, and income potential.

Land for Investment vs. Personal Use

Buyers typically fall into two categories:

Investment Buyers

  • Looking to build short-term rental cabins
  • Focused on ROI, occupancy rates, and location

Lifestyle Buyers

  • Wanting a private mountain escape
  • Prioritizing views, acreage, and seclusion

We help you evaluate land based on your exact goal—so you don’t overpay or buy the wrong type of property.

Work with Local Smoky Mountain Land Experts

At TN Smoky Mtn Realty, we’re not just real estate agents—we’re active investors in the Smoky Mountains. We understand what makes land valuable, what makes it buildable, and what makes it perform.

 

👉 Ready to find the right piece of land?
Call 865-280-2569 or browse available Smoky Mountain land for sale at tnsmokymtnrealty.com.

Smoky Mountain Land for Sale

1400 Alsup Mill Ln, Lebanon
$275,000
3626753 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 5.08 acres of true country living in Lebanon, where open green space, mature trees, and room to breathe come together in one peaceful setting. This is land that feels like a retreat the moment you arrive, tucked out in the country away from the noise, traffic, and pace of town. If you have been waiting for a place to build the home you have always pictured, this property belongs at the top of your list. The land is fairly flat and wonderfully usable, giving you a wide range of options for placement of your future home, garage, shop, barn, or outdoor living spaces. With so much open acreage, there is room for the floor plan you want without feeling squeezed, plus space left over for a large yard, garden, play area, or simply enjoying the view. A septic system for a three bedroom home is already in place, so one important piece of your building plans is already handled. One of the best features here is the natural privacy. The property is bounded by trees, creating a beautiful green border that separates your space from the world around it. Enjoy quiet mornings with coffee as the sun comes up, evenings outside with family and friends, and plenty of room for kids and pets to run and play. There is also wonderful flexibility for how you use the acreage. Build a classic farmhouse, a modern country home, or a cozy retreat tucked back among the trees. Add a workshop, space for animals where permitted, or an outdoor entertaining area made for gatherings large and small. This is country living the way it should be, with starry nights, fresh air, and the kind of peace and quiet that is getting harder to find. When you do need shopping, dining, schools, or everyday services, Lebanon is your hometown connection, but out here the focus is space, privacy, and nature. Come walk the property, picture your home here, and start planning your next chapter surrounded by green space and trees in the Lebanon countryside.

1400 Alsup Mill Ln, Lebanon

4229 E Pkwy, Gatlinburg
$199,900
3626544 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This is the best of both worlds: a beautiful CREEK-side AND Mountain-side RV lot in the prestigious Outdoor Resorts at Gatlinburg RV resort along with a like-new 45ft luxury 2024 Forest River 42 View park-model destination trailer nestled in the majestic Smoky Mountains. This lot offers the ultimate relaxation experience with a beautiful creekside patio and stone deck with fireplace where you can relax in a hammock, entertain family and friends, or simply enjoy the peaceful sounds of the creek while sipping on your coffee or reading a good book. The lot is located across the creek from the mountain-side giving it a more private feel and immersing you in nature’s beauty. This destination trailer is built for extended stays and has all the comforts of home. With its 2 slideouts and 2 lofts, the camper sleeps up to 8 people. The living area is equipped with an L-shaped sectional sofa bed, a cozy electric fireplace, and a rising 50-inch HDTV entertainment center. The kitchen features a large island with an undermount apron/farmhouse sink, and bar seating for up to 5 people. Appliances include a residential side-by-side refrigerator, 4-burner stovetop, full-size oven, and a microwave. Sleeping areas include a master bedroom with king tilt bed, built-in wardrobes and a 2nd fireplace alone with dual overhead loft areas with dedicated staircases, bunk mats and storage. Bathroom features walk-in shower, a porcelain residential-style toilet, a vanity with linen closets, and a washer/dryer. Throughout the trailer are extensive glass panoramic view windows with motorized roller shades. Outdoor Resorts is maintained by the HOA with fees billed quarterly at $700.00 and include water, sewer, cable, internet, garbage pickup, grass cutting, and use/maintenance of the common amenities. Amenities include 2 pools, 2 mountain streams, a fishing lake, basketball courts, mini golf, horseshoe pits, shuffle board court, playground, game room, a recreation hall with library.

4229 E Pkwy, Gatlinburg

28831 State Highway 58 N, Ten Mile
$159,000
3626487 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Opportunities like this are worth exploring. East Tennessee Acreage with Spacious Garage, Build-Ready Homesite & Endless Possibilities! This property is a great opportunity to own 6.02 level acres in beautiful East Tennessee, offering the perfect mix of country living, privacy, convenience, and potential. With @900' frontage on State Highway 58, this versatile property offers room to spread out, build your dream home, store equipment, pursue hobbies, or explore potential commercial uses. The standout 45' x 28' heated outbuilding/garage offering high ceilings, concrete flooring, large double roll-up doors for easy access. The building also includes space for an office, hot and cold water, a full bathroom, and a 500-gallon septic tank dedicated to the garage. Appliances to remain: Generator, refrigerator, standalone freezer with laundry hookups where the washer and dryer are included. Need even more storage? The additional 20' x 18' carport and extensive surrounding concrete parking provide plenty of room for vehicles, trailers, boats, equipment, and more. 200' chain link fence in place. Much of the groundwork for your future home has already been completed. The property features an established driveway, underground utilities of electricity, water, and high-speed internet. A soil map has been approved for a three-bedroom home, and a septic system for the future residence is installed and ready to connect. With the existing garage and utilities in place, you may even have the opportunity to live on-site while building. This property offers an excellent canvas for your future home, outdoor living spaces, gardens, or additional improvements. A survey is available, with property corners clearly marked to help you visualize the possibilities. Enjoy the best of East Tennessee living! Conveniently located near Watts Bar Lake and Blue Springs Marina, you'll have opportunities for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation while enjoying the peace and space of the countrysid

28831 State Highway 58 N, Ten Mile

S Chamberlain Ave, Rockwood
$159,900
1359950 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful 5.93 Acres in Rockwood - Country Feel with City Convenience! Looking for privacy, convenience, and a property full of possibilities? This beautiful 5.93-acre parcel may be just what you've been dreaming of! Located within the city limits of Rockwood, this gorgeous piece of property offers the best of both worlds. You'll enjoy the convenience of being close to everything while feeling tucked away in the country, surrounded by mature timber and the peaceful beauty of nature. With the homesite sitting approximately 800 feet back from the road, you have the opportunity to create your own private retreat, with plenty of trees to provide as much seclusion as you desire. Utilities are available, including electric, water, and sewer, opening the door to a variety of possibilities for your future homesite. Whether you're dreaming of a private estate, a place to build your forever home, or a property with room to explore other possibilities, this acreage offers plenty of potential. Convenience meets outdoor adventure with the Rockwood Baseball Complex within walking distance! Nestled at the base of Rockwood Mountain, you'll also be close to some of East Tennessee's beautiful outdoor destinations. Spend your weekends hiking at Ozone Falls or enjoying the views from the Firetower at the Mount Roosevelt overlook. And let's not forget beautiful Watts Bar Lake! Fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, and countless days enjoying the water are just a short drive away. Rockwood RV Park & Marina and the Tom Fuller boat ramp are both less than 4 miles away, making it easy to enjoy the lake life East Tennessee is known for. **The possibilities are endless!** With nearly 6 acres, mature timber, available utilities, and a location that combines privacy with convenience, this property offers a rare opportunity to bring your vision to life. Bring your plans, dream a little bigger, and make those dreams come true! Buyers and/or buyers' agents to independently verify all information, including utilities, availability, restrictions, permitted uses, and suitability for their intended purpose.

S Chamberlain Ave, Rockwood

2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee
$3,752,000
1359947 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
WATERFRONT - 45 UNRESTRICTED ACRES | MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 45 unrestricted acres in Cocke County, Tennessee, with roughly 2,000 feet of Nolichucky River frontage, multiple potential building sites, usable waterfront acreage, and elevated mountain terrain. The combination of road access, topography, and extensive shoreline provides opportunities for residential, recreational, and commercial development. One of the property's most significant features is its extensive usable waterfront combined with manageable terrain offering multiple potential building sites with mountain and water views--features highly sought after in East Tennessee but rarely found together on one property. Unlike riverfront properties limited by steep banks or narrow strips of land, this property offers relatively level, accessible waterfront extending up to approximately 300 feet inland in certain areas. This provides considerable space to accommodate building sites, internal roads, parking, recreational facilities, and waterfront amenities. Although the Nolichucky River has a natural current, portions of the waterfront are wider and calmer, giving the appearance and feel of a lake. The shoreline offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and other waterfront activities. Seasonal or temporary docks may also be possible, subject to permitting and approval- buyer to verify. Multiple public roads maintained by Cocke County run through the property, providing access to multiple areas of the acreage. Electricity is serviced by Newport Utilities, with power infrastructure nearby at several locations near the waterfront and within the rear portions of the property. The land transitions from level waterfront to rolling and mountainous terrain with multiple potential building sites. Several portions of the property have grades manageable for construction equipment, with multiple access points allowing equipment to reach different elevations. This is particularly beneficial when considering grading, building pads, internal roads, utility installation, and phased development. Rather than relying on a single access point to reach the higher elevations, there are several locations from which a developer could evaluate access and construction. The property's configuration allows for several development concepts. A single-family residential community could incorporate homes along the elevated portions to take advantage of mountain and potential river views while maintaining shared waterfront access for residents. A cabin resort or short-term rental community could follow a similar approach, locating accommodations throughout the wooded and elevated acreage while reserving waterfront areas for guest amenities, recreational activities, and gathering spaces. The property is unrestricted. Other possibilities include an RV resort, campground, glamping, private hunting retreat, or recreational development. Commercial uses worth exploring include a kayak or canoe outfitter, fishing and outdoor recreation business, equipment rentals, waterfront event venue, or a combination of lodging and recreational services. The amount of usable waterfront, multiple potential building sites, and access to different elevations provide flexibility in evaluating how the property could be developed while making use of both the riverfront and mountainous acreage. Located in Bybee just outside of Newport and Parrottsville, Cocke County, the property is within reach of Western North Carolina- Asheville, Hot Springs, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains, providing access to established tourism markets, outdoor recreation, and surrounding East Tennessee communities. Schedule your showing today.

2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee

2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee
$3,752,000
3626380 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
WATERFRONT - 45 UNRESTRICTED ACRES | MULTIPLE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 45 unrestricted acres in Cocke County, Tennessee, with roughly 2,000 feet of Nolichucky River frontage, multiple potential building sites, usable waterfront acreage, and elevated mountain terrain. The combination of road access, topography, and extensive shoreline provides opportunities for residential, recreational, and commercial development. One of the property's most significant features is its extensive usable waterfront combined with manageable terrain offering multiple potential building sites with mountain and water views--features highly sought after in East Tennessee but rarely found together on one property. Unlike riverfront properties limited by steep banks or narrow strips of land, this property offers relatively level, accessible waterfront extending up to approximately 300 feet inland in certain areas. This provides considerable space to accommodate building sites, internal roads, parking, recreational facilities, and waterfront amenities. Although the Nolichucky River has a natural current, portions of the waterfront are wider and calmer, giving the appearance and feel of a lake. The shoreline offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and other waterfront activities. Seasonal or temporary docks may also be possible, subject to permitting and approval- buyer to verify. Multiple public roads maintained by Cocke County run through the property, providing access to multiple areas of the acreage. Electricity is serviced by Newport Utilities, with power infrastructure nearby at several locations near the waterfront and within the rear portions of the property. The land transitions from level waterfront to rolling and mountainous terrain with multiple potential building sites. Several portions of the property have grades manageable for construction equipment, with multiple access points allowing equipment to reach different elevations.

2201 Stepp Rd, Bybee

631 Jay Bird Ln, Palmersville
$374,999
3626317 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
We want your offers! 85.68 acres in Palmersville, TN with power on site, a well, a poured foundation, a stocked pond, and over 4,100 feet of road frontage. This property offers the kind of head start that is hard to find on acreage of this size. With utilities and improvements already in place, the next owner can focus on bringing their vision to life rather than starting completely from scratch. The land features a mix of open ground and mature timber, giving you room for a private homestead, family compound, hunting setup, animals, food plots, trails, a cabin, barndominium, mobile home, or weekend retreat. A stocked pond sits near the front of the property, and this part of West Tennessee is known for whitetail and turkey. Weakley County Electric is already on site. A well is on the property, and the well pump is less than a year old. A foundation with 10-foot basement walls has already been poured, giving the next owner a major head start if they want to build from the existing improvements. There is also a pad where a former shop once stood, located near the foundation. In January 2026, a fire took out the shop, and evidence of the burn remains visible on the shop pad area. The property is currently overgrown in places and will benefit from cleanup, mowing, and improvement work. Two 500-gallon propane tanks and an unused culvert convey with the sale. Certain personal property will be removed prior to closing. Septic will be needed. The property is being sold as-is, and any intended use of the existing improvements should be inspected and confirmed by the buyer. Martin is about 20 minutes south, Murray, KY is about 27 miles north, and Paris Landing State Park on Kentucky Lake is about 19 miles away. Tennessee has no state income tax, no zoning restrictions, and no HOA. If you are looking for privacy, acreage, wildlife, water, power, a well, a foundation, road frontage, and room to create something of your own, this one is worth walking.

631 Jay Bird Ln, Palmersville

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