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    • $799,000

    1255 Bear Cub Way, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

    3beds
    2,484sqft
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    $4,795/mo
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    Residential
    Built in 2018
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $322/sqft
    $188/mo HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to Bear Cub Splash, a beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Smoky Mountain cabin with mountain and wooded views, an active short-term rental permit, a private heated indoor swim spa, and proven rental performance. Ranked among Airbnb's Top 10% of Homes with 26 reviews averaging 4.96 stars, this turnkey investment grossed $83,539 in 2025 and already has $44,738 on the books for 2026. Stay Awhile Smoky Mountains projects the property to gross between $90,000-$130,000 annually with the right design enhancements. Enjoy the best of mountain living with two spacious decks, an outdoor hot tub, three king suites with walk-in showers, an open-concept main level featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a beautiful stone fireplace, the perfect place to gather and unwind after a day in the Smokies or cozy up on those cool mountain nights. The basement movie and game room with a 75'' Smart TV, PS4, and multicade arcade provides endless entertainment for family and friends. Ideally located just 1.8 miles from Ober Mountain, 4.8 miles from Downtown Gatlinburg, and 5.4 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this cabin combines privacy with convenient access to the area's top attractions. An added bonus is public water and sewer, with both utilities covered by the HOA, helping simplify ownership.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Madeline Blom 865-924-3240,

    Real Broker 844-591-7325

    Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3305349MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Central, Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Tile
      • Basement: Finished,Other
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Electric
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,484
      • Total interior livable area: 2,484 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Asphalt
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Covered
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Indoor
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Features: Views
      • Topography: Views
      Details
      • Parcel number: 136CA00200018
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cabin
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2018

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Smoky Mtn Village
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Sewer, Water
      • HOA fee: $188 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Gatlinburg

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $322/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $659,100
      • Annual tax amount: $4,233
      • Date on market: 6/27/2026
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/3/2026Pending sale$799,000$322/sqft
        Source: GSMAR, GSMMLS #312533 Report a problem
        6/28/2026Listed for sale$799,000-10.2%$322/sqft
        Source: GSMAR, GSMMLS #312533 Report a problem
        6/1/2026Listing removed$889,990$358/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1329173 Report a problem
        3/11/2026Price change$889,990-1.1%$358/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1329173 Report a problem
        2/12/2026Listed for sale$900,000-5.2%$362/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1329173 Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listing removed$949,000$382/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1320989 Report a problem
        11/19/2025Price change$949,000-5%$382/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1320989 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Listed for sale$999,000-11.2%$402/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1320989 Report a problem
        6/18/2025Listing removed$1,125,000$453/sqft
        Source: East Tennessee Realtors #1286628 Report a problem
        1/10/2025Listed for sale$1,125,000+18.4%$453/sqft
        Source: GSMAR, GSMMLS #304377 Report a problem
        1/11/2023Sold$950,000-5%$382/sqft
        Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3256920 Report a problem
        12/8/2022Pending sale$999,975$403/sqft
        Source: GSMAR, GSMMLS #254999 Report a problem
        12/7/2022Listed for sale$999,975+63.4%$403/sqft
        Source: GSMAR, GSMMLS #254999 Report a problem
        12/19/2019Sold$612,000-12.4%$246/sqft
        Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3257129 Report a problem
        11/21/2019Pending sale$699,000$281/sqft
        Source: Colonial Real Estate, Inc. #224622 Report a problem
        10/24/2019Listed for sale$699,000$281/sqft
        Source: Colonial Real Estate, Inc. #224622 Report a problem
        10/8/2019Pending sale$699,000$281/sqft
        Source: Colonial Real Estate, Inc. #224622 Report a problem
        9/11/2019Listed for sale$699,000$281/sqft
        Source: Colonial Real Estate, Inc. #224622 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,233 $263,640
        2024$4,233 $263,640
        2023$4,233 +60%$263,640 +60%
        2022$2,646 $164,775
        2021-- $164,775 +85.9%
        2020$1,790 +8.6%$88,625
        2019$1,648 -7.9%$88,625
        2018$1,790 +785.9%$88,625 +786.3%
        2017$202 $10,000
        2016$202 $10,000 -33.3%
        2015-- $15,000
        2014$268 $15,000
        2013$268 0%$15,000
        2012$269 +0%$15,000
        2011$268 $15,000
        2010-- $15,000 -14.3%
        2009$296 $17,500
        2008$296 $17,500
        2007$296 +13.4%$17,500
        2006$261 -19%$17,500
        2005$322 +16.7%$17,500 +16.7%
        2004$276 +12.9%$15,000
        2002$244 $15,000 -25%
        2001-- $20,000 -75%
        2000-- $80,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 37738

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        2 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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