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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026.*
* 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.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Carter County real estate market. *
July 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026).
Carter County home prices have climbed notably over the past year, with the typical home value up nearly 17 percent. Median list prices are rising even faster year over year, increasing about 21 percent. Compared with Tennessee overall, prices remain lower in Carter County, but they are growing at a faster pace.
In the latest monthly snapshot for July 2026, the median sale price sits just under $308,000, slightly above June. Inventory has grown to about 301 active listings, and months of supply has increased to 4.2 months, signaling more options for buyers than earlier in the year while still leaning toward sellers.
Sales activity has cooled somewhat, with homes sold down about 7 percent from a year ago and new listings down nearly 10 percent, yet pending sales have jumped more than 40 percent year over year, showing strong current demand. Homes are also moving more quickly than last year, with the median days on market at 42 days, and roughly 15 percent of recent sales closing above list price. With Carter County positioned as a seller’s market but offering increasing inventory, Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these trends and can guide their next move.
Carter County offers residents a welcoming blend of outdoor recreation, tight-knit communities, and growing local amenities that support families, work, and small businesses.
Carter County offers a quieter, mountain-framed lifestyle than nearby Washington County or Sullivan County, with a strong sense of local identity tied to the Watauga and Doe rivers and long views of the Cherokee National Forest. Residents balance small-town familiarity in Elizabethton and Roan Mountain with practical access to Johnson City and Bristol.
Outdoor life is central here. Locals gather at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park for riverside trails and seasonal events, or head to Roan Mountain State Park for hiking, trout fishing, and high-elevation wildflower walks. Watauga Lake draws boaters and paddlers who value uncrowded water and tree-lined shores. In town, the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library and local schools such as Elizabethton High School anchor community life with programs, sports, and year-round activities.
Housing options range from historic bungalows near the covered bridge in Elizabethton to cabins and acreage in rural pockets like Hampton. Prices and inventory can shift quickly as more buyers discover the area’s blend of outdoor access and relative affordability.
Whether you are relocating for a slower pace, downsizing after years here, or timing a move to capture current demand, having the right local guidance is crucial. Agent Pronto connects buyers and sellers with Carter County agents who understand each community and can help you prepare and act at the right moment.
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“Katelyn went above and beyond to keep us informed and engaged in the selling process. She provided helpful insight and guidance without ever pushing -- always leaving the decision in our hands. We look forward to working with Katelyn again when our next property is ready to list.”
“This was the third time dealing with David Edwards and I will always work with David should the opportunity arise again! He is honest and professional and I trust him completely!”
“Mike was an excellent agent to work with. He went above and beyond to find out all the information on the property details and answers to all questions we had. He was available anytime we needed. We would recommend him to anyone interested in purchasing or selling a home. He is the best!!”
“Brad Fowler is the way to go when selling your home! He jumped right in and got to work. He had gorgeous professional pictures of our house made and posted within a couple of days. He is well known in the community and has a highly regarded reputation. He is pleasant to work with and listened to our needs. He worked really well with the buyers and their realtor to get everything set and ready to go so both parties were satisfied! Highly recommended”
“Shawn was wonderful to work with. He was super helpful in getting us in contact with local services to work on our home. I would definitely recommend his business to others.”
“Jeremiah was an absolute pleasure to work with! We have never had an agent as informed and quick to respond as he was. We're not unfamiliar with the home buying process, but Jeremiah was still able to explain any questions we had and work with us through difficult and unique circumstances. We absolutely love the house we got, but if we ever consider a different one down the line, Jeremiah will be the first person we reach out to. And I will recommend anyone looking for houses in the area to do the same.”
“Brooke was amazing!! She truly went above and beyond to help me find a house to call home. I truly could not be more thankful I got to work with her!!!”
“Tracey is the best realtor. She makes stressful negotiations a breeze from start to finish. She is professional but adds her personal touch to all communications and transactions to make you feel like family. I have used Tracey for over 10 years in buying and selling several homes. I would never use another realtor in buying or selling my home.”
“Misty was an absolute pleasure to work with! She went above and beyond in the entire home buying process. Misty went out of her way to meet with us to view several potential properties on short notice. Her insight and knowledge were critical in informing my decisions. She walked me through the tough negotiations so I could navigate them confidently. Myself and my family are truly thankful for her help in finding our home!”
“I contacted Pronto because we needed to sell a deceased relative's home in Tennessee, while we live in Ohio. Agent Pronto put us in touch with two agents, and we chose Amber Vittetoe who was nothing short of fabulous. She provided us with many resources that we wouldn't have known about since we're not local, and she was extremely responsive 24/7. We couldn't have asked for a better agent. Thank you!”
“Khristian was extremely helpful in buying my home. I truly felt at home and at ease working with him. He made sure I was aware of everything going on, and took me to every home I wanted to see.”
“Jessica is an amazing Realtor. She truly cares about the people she works with and goes above and beyond to make her clients transition a smooth one. We just loved working with her and will definitely work with her again. She is great for vacation homes too both in the Smokies and Panama City Beach FL. Her knowledge of short term rentals helped us tremendously.”
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“She helped us buy our house, then sell it a few years later. Couldn't recommend more! So communicative, answered all my questions at a timely, proffessional manner. I was probably not the easiest client at times because stress, but she was so calm and reassuring through the whole process! Seriously so grateful for how smoothly this sale went, all with the help of Marie!”
“Rolanda was absolutely wonderful to work with during the selling process. She was professional, knowledgeable, resourceful, and patient. She ensured that I was represented well and every step of the way. I highly recommend Rolanda to friends, family, or associates.”
“Ms. Kimberly Townsend is an awesome realtor! She assisted us in finding our forever home with all our wants. She went over and beyond to make sure all of our needs were met. We truly appreciate her due diligence to property details that buyers would not have notice. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She explained every step of the home buying process in depth. She made this experience enjoyable! Excellent Job, Ms. Townsend.”
“Miss Candy was very helpful with the sale of the property she knew what she was doing and how to handle all things that needed to be handled. I would recommend her to anyone that needed help with the sell of their property and I will use her again if I need help with selling any property, Thank you so much Miss Candy for helping in the sale of the property.”
“Matthew demonstrated excellent realtor service. From communicating, providing assistance and more, this is tge type of serivice you would look for an a realtor!”
“Ruby Alexander is excellent at everything she does. She previously helped us purchase our home. Ruby is professional, knowledgeable, honest, hard-working, friendly, intuitive, and resourceful. She goes above and beyond the call of duty. We would not have wanted to take the journey of buying or selling our home with anyone else.”
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