“Chena Morris is an excellent realtor. But if you've read the other reviews, you already know that. So rather than repeat what everyone else has said, I'll share a little about my experience. First, I should probably mention that I'm a Type A personality. I know what I want, I ask a lot of questions, I like things done efficiently, and I fully recognize that I'm not always the easiest person to deal with. Chena handled me wonderfully! She quickly figured out how I operate and seemed to know when to lead, when to listen, when to offer her opinion, and when to just let me do my thing. I really appreciated that. One of my favorite moments happened while planning a day of house hunting. I was only in town for a limited time and had quite a few houses I wanted to see. Chena mentioned that we'd need to move fast to fit them all in. I confidently replied, "No problem!" To which she responded, "What's YOUR version of fast?" I had to laugh. That one question told me she was listening, was up for the challenge, but also wanted to make sure we were on the same page about what we were getting ourselves into. Fair enough! And off we went. We saw A LOT of houses, and not once did she make me feel like I was asking too much. She listened to my thoughts, shared her own, and never tried to push me toward something that wasn't right for me. We worked really well together, and ultimately, I found a home I absolutely love. I also have to mention her team. Desire was fantastic and didn't miss a beat while Chena was on vacation. Although, I'm not entirely convinced Chena knows how to take a vacation because she didn't miss a beat either! But where Chena really shines is getting things done. I flew into town for the final walkthrough and signing, only to arrive at the house and discover the sellers were still moving out. Not exactly what I had envisioned for closing day! While I was standing there wondering what this meant and what we were supposed to do next, Chena was already on the phone with the seller's realtor making sure I would be protected since the signing was going to take place before the sellers had completely moved out. And when the delayed moveout meant the house needed cleaning, Chena had a cleaning crew there within hours. She doesn't mess around! I think that's what impressed me most about Chena. Showing houses is one thing, but knowing how to handle the unexpected and actually getting things done is another. I never felt like I had to chase her down or wonder if something was being taken care of. She was usually already on it before I even thought to ask. I could end this by saying I highly recommend Chena, but that just doesn't seem like enough. So, since I'm a pretty straight to the point kind of person, here's my advice: Quit reading all the reviews and call her. Ask your questions, have your conversation, and then hire her. No need to interview anyone else. She's the ONE! And trust me, coming from someone who likes to explore every possible option before making a decision, that's saying something!”
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Monthly Pricing Trends for DeKalb County
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Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for DeKalb County
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Sep 2026).
DeKalb County currently leans toward buyers, with the market gauge marked firmly as a buyer’s market. Months of supply sits at 7.4, well above the 5.3 months seen across Tennessee, pointing to ample inventory. Homes are taking a median of 79 days to sell, which gives buyers more time to make decisions and negotiate.
Pricing in September shows some softening from recent highs, even though values are still up compared with last year. The typical home value of about $324,000 is more than 17 percent higher year over year, but the median list price has dropped sharply month over month, suggesting sellers are adjusting expectations. At the same time, only about 3 percent of homes sold above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio is under 94 percent, reinforcing that buyers often have room to negotiate.
Supply and activity levels help explain this balance. Active listings have risen more than 15 percent over the past year, while homes sold and pending sales have only inched up slightly, so inventory is building faster than demand. New listings are up year over year as well, adding to choices for buyers and requiring sellers to work harder to stand out. With these shifting conditions, both buyers and sellers in DeKalb County can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an experienced local agent to guide their next move.
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DeKalb County stands out from nearby Upper Cumberland communities with its rare mix of Center Hill Lake shoreline, rolling farmland, and small town main streets that still feel personal. Many residents split their time between the water and the courthouse square in Smithville, creating a lifestyle that balances recreation with a close community rhythm.
Center Hill Lake is the county’s anchor, drawing boaters, anglers, and second‑home owners to places like Edgar Evins State Park and Hidden Harbor Marina. Around Smithville, local events at the DeKalb County Fairgrounds and the long‑running Smithville Fiddlers’ Jamboree keep traditions visible and active. Families appreciate access to schools in the DeKalb County School District and public resources like the Justin Potter Library.
Commuters value DeKalb County’s position along Highway 70 and Route 56, which offer practical drives to Cookeville, Lebanon, and even Nashville while maintaining a quieter pace at home. Outdoor time is easy to find at Greenbrook Park in Smithville or along the water near Liberty and Alexandria.
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“Working with Dalton was a wonderful experience. He is a friend and sometimes it can feel more stressful to do business with a friend, but in our case he exceeded our already high expectations! He is a local and has a really important knowledge base of Nashville and the surrounding suburbs. He and his colleagues were very clear and communicative throughout the home selling process. We were not living in our home but we have very difficult work schedules and Dalton made sure we were never inconvenienced. We were under contract in 3 days and closed with no delays or hiccups. We even had a vacation while under contract and didn’t have to worry about a thing! Having a team that can get a deal to the finish line in a market like this is amazing. Dalton and his team can do that for you!”
“Tammy was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her and her Husband, Chad went above and beyond to find me exactly what I wanted for what I wanted to pay. No question went unanswered. They are truly wonderful people to work with! Highly recommended. 5 star service and experience. Thank you Tammy and Chad!”
“Katee was the perfect person to walk us through the home-buying process. She took the time to truly understand our needs and remained incredibly patient and adaptable every time we changed our minds. As a new couple and first-time homeowners, it felt like we traveled a million miles together to find the right fit. Thank you, Katee, for the countless hours spent away from your family trekking down country roads for us. We truly appreciate your dedication and highly recommend anyone looking for a great agent to call you directly!”
“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.”
“CJ for short was great from the start throughout the whole process of the house searching and buying. He responds to everything you need help with. CJ treats you respectfully and is a pay it forward kinda guy. He wasn’t just our realtor but he became a friend. You don’t find too many people with the heart that he has. I would recommend him to anyone and brag on him and his service to everyone. Thanks so much for everything CJ!”
“Megan was very kind, knowledgeable, and a joy to deal with. I would highly recommend her for your real estate needs. She is attentive and does everything she can to make sure your questions are answered and that you are completely satisfied with the transaction.”
“I have worked with him on a ton of real estate transactions. He always looks out for the client and does what’s best for them. He’s extremely knowledgeable and if he doesn’t know the answer, you better believe he will find it and find the right one would recommend him to anyone looking to sell or buy.”
“It was amazing working with Ethan! He truly cared and helped us buy our first home. He also educated us a lot about the home buying process. He wasn’t in it for the money. He really wanted what was best for us.”
“I had a small piece of property that was left to me from my mother. It had been on the market probably 8 years with no hits at all. When I contacted Vicki she had it sold within a year.. She had it sold not only what I was asking for it but quite a bit of what it was appraised at. Would refer Miss Benedict to anybody that needs help selling property, especially if you're in the dark about it like I was”
“Robert was great to work with every step of the way and was very helpful with recommendations throughout the process. As our needs changed he was always flexible, available, and kept in contact regarding potential buyers.”
“My wife and I highly recommend having Danna Hutton of the Huffaker Group as your listing agent. We found Danna to be very responsive to all of our questions and needs. We wouldn’t want anyone else to handle our real estate needs. Dana and her team were in constant communication with us throughout the process, providing us with market information and updates. We feel we got a very fair deal and we can’t thank them enough for helping us.”
“It was truly a pleasure working with Patrick. He was gracious and knowledgeable. He understood my needs and walked me through the entire process. So much so, that he helped me close on two properties in the same month! Thanks Patrick!”
“Josie is one of the best in the business! She is extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. She has a great team that she works along side with and is very responsive. Highly recommend.”
“Melinda was excellent to work with. She was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the process. She responded quickly to all of my questions and I would have been completely lost without her help and support.”
“Our agent in California got us connected and while here in Tennessee on an job interview , Mandy took us around looking at different homes for our large family. We didn’t make it easy for her with 10 people, 4 cats, and a dog. She took it all in stride with her grace and southern charm. She prepared a binder for us with all the details and specs of each home and walked us through the process. There were ups and downs on whether we were taking the job here or not and she handled it smoothly. When the job was secure she worked hard to secure our dream home, in 25 days mind you! We are so grateful to her and would highly recommend her for your real estate needs.”
“Mr Flahaven was an amazing realtor to work with. The entire process was smooth, seamless and easy. It is very obvious that when you work with Dan you are not just another transaction, he was ery careful to make sure we had everything we need. That all are questions and concerns were handled quickly. I highly recommend his services.”
“Was impressed with Gerald's confidence, knowledge, and professionalism. He is extremely polite, personable and comes across as extremely trustworthy. Every time I had an interaction with Gerald Hill, he was the epitome of professionalism and trustworthiness. I was very pleased when Jay Cash told me Gerald will be handling our closing on July 10, 2018. Gerald Hill is a major asset to the realty profession. I give him my whole support and recommendation to anyone selling or buying a home.”
“She made the house buying process easy and fun! We were so nervous buying our first home but she was there for us the entire way. Day or night she would answer questions we had which made it stress free! We were so lucky to have her by our side because we got the house of our dreams :)”
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