Jim Swafford

Weichert Realtors, The Space Place

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
I am who I say I am, and I back up my words with written guarantees. I am a full-time real estate agent and broker and a $10+ million producer in 2025, recognized as one of the top Weichert agents in Southeast Tennessee. I work with buyers and sellers throughout Southeast TN and the surrounding areas, helping clients navigate the market with confidence and clarity.

My approach is built on strong communication, detailed market knowledge, and honest guidance. I specialize in residential homes, land, and rural properties, and I take pride in negotiating aggressively while always protecting my clients’ best interests.

I combine local expertise with Weichert’s national marketing platform to give listings maximum exposure and help buyers compete effectively. Much of my business comes from repeat clients and referrals, which I believe speaks to the trust I build and the results I deliver.

Call me today so I can prove what I always say... I sell more because I do more.
Highlights *
9
Recent sales
$185K - $1.3M
Price range
$273K
Median price
5
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
Cass Lane
Charleston, TN 37310
12/22/2025 $234,900 Buyer
Harrison Pike
Cleveland, TN 37311
12/1/2025 $1,300,000 Buyer
Limestone
Sweetwater, TN 37874
11/10/2025 $185,000 Seller
Pawnee LN
Decatur, TN 37322
11/10/2025 $186,000 Buyer
Velma Rd
Athens, TN 37303
10/17/2025 $210,000 Seller

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (28)

Reviewers say

Reviewers frequently praise Jim’s responsiveness, clear communication, honesty, and real estate knowledge. They describe him as patient, professional, and personable, guiding buyers and sellers without pressure and working diligently to resolve issues and ease the process.

krystal perry
Apr 17, 2026

I work with dozens of agents nationwide each month, and Jim stands out as one of the best I’ve partnered with. He brings a rugged Tennessee work ethic paired with sharp professionalism in every interaction. His advice is straightforward, honest, and on point—no fluff, just what you need to move forward confidently. Jim is also exceptional at managing deals, keeping everything on track while making sure communication stays clear and consistent for everyone involved. He knows how to handle the bumps without slowing things down. A true pro and a reliable partner—I’d confidently recommend him to friends and family.

Zillow Verified

aryana speaks
Jan 8, 2026

Jim was so helpful through our entire process of looking for a home we took a couple months break from searching but when we were ready again he responded very quickly to our text. He is very honest and personable he made us feel very comfortable and didn’t pressure us to make any decisions before we had all the information. As a first time home buyer I am very pleased with our experience with Jim!

Zillow Verified

presley maddron
Jan 8, 2026

Jim was an excellent realtor! He was constantly sending us properties to view, always quick to answer, and overall he helped us find our beautiful brand new house!!

Zillow Verified

James Bothwell
Knoxville, TN - Nov 28, 2025

Jim has been incredible. He’s taken the time to know us and our requirements. He’s scheduled every house we thought might be right and helped point out potential issues not addressed in the listing. He’s honest, dependable, patient and knowledgeable. He keeps our spirits up throughout the process. It was our luck to find him

Source: Agent

Taylor Spurlin
Decatur, TN - Oct 13, 2025

Working with Jim Swafford was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. He is the epitome of customer service—professional, responsive, and truly dedicated to his clients. Jim went above and beyond in every aspect of selling our home, making what could have been a stressful process feel seamless and well-managed.

His attention to detail, market knowledge, and honest guidance gave us complete confidence every step of the way. Jim didn’t just meet expectations—he exceeded them. From the initial consultation to closing day, he was always one step ahead, anticipating our needs and advocating for our best interests.

If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares and delivers outstanding results, Jim Swafford is the realtor you want by your side. Highly recommend!

Source: Agent

Professional Info

Brokerage

Weichert Realtors, The Space Place
116 B Min St
Decatur, TN 37322

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
TN 361060

Awards

  • Weichert Platinum
  • Weichert Gold
  • 2025 Top 5 Agent
  • Zillow Top Agent

Specialties

  • First-time buyers
  • Relocation

Hobbies

  • Outdoor Activities
  • Sports
  • Travel

Education

Tennessee Tech University
Bachelor’s Degree, Health & P.E.
1988 - 1992

Top Cities *

Decatur

  • 2 sales past 3 years
  • $186K median price

Sweetwater

  • 1 sales past 3 years
  • $185K median price

Athens

  • 1 sales past 3 years
  • $210K median price

*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.