1218 N Baden Dr, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
About This Home
Turnkey Smoky Mountain Investment Opportunity! Already grossing an impressive $135k and 144k the last two years, this proven short-term rental is an exceptional income-producing property in the highly sought-after Chalet Village community. Officially a 4-bedroom cabin with 1 bonus room, it is successfully marketed and rented as a 5-bedroom retreat, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests. Located just 2.5 miles from Downtown Gatlinburg, 3 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and minutes from Ober Mountain, guests enjoy the perfect combination of convenience and mountain seclusion. Designed for memorable group vacations, the cabin features 3 king bedrooms, a queen bedroom, a loft with two twin beds, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, an open-concept living area, media room, game room, four private decks, and a brand-new hot tub (2025). Guests love the endless entertainment with air hockey, foosball, poker table, darts, wall chess, video games, and six Smart TVs, while the fully equipped kitchen and spacious gathering areas make it ideal for families and larger groups. The property also offers easy year-round access with level parking and no steep driveway. As an added bonus, owners and guests enjoy access to Chalet Village amenities, including three seasonal pools, a fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, and playgrounds. With a strong rental history, premium amenities, an unbeatable location, and outstanding cash flow, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Gatlinburg's top-performing vacation rentals.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2017
Materials
- Construction materials: Frame,Log,Vinyl Siding,Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedroom1
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s),Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Wood,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,732
- Total interior livable area: 2,732 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 136D A 00304 000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Association
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Topography of land: Wooded
Lot
- Lot size: 435.60 sqft
- Features: Wooded
- Lot size dimensions: 209.13 x 134.07 IRR
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,899 | $58,788 |
| Home Insurance | $317 | $3,804 |
| Property Taxes | $1,295 | $15,540 |
| Electricity | $221 | $2,663 |
| Total | $6,732 | $80,784 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-10 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2026-07-20 | Listed for sale | $969,000 |
| 2020-11-13 | Sold | $706,000 |
| 2020-10-09 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
| 2020-10-07 | Price change | $699,000 |
| 2020-10-05 | Price change | $710,000 |
| 2020-09-17 | Pending sale | $699,000 |
| 2020-09-15 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2017-12-11 | Sold | $377,000 |
| 2016-09-20 | Sold | $42,000 |
| 2014-12-05 | Sold | $42,000 |
| 2002-05-06 | Sold | $31,900 |
| 1997-06-23 | Sold | $30,000 |
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