Keela Payne

I am a proud native of East Tennessee, and while other places hold their own beauty, the Great Smoky Mountains will always call me home. For the past 7 years, I’ve been blessed to serve as a Realtor in Sevier County and the surrounding areas, helping people take the next big step in their lives—whether that’s buying a first home, a forever home, downsizing, relocating, investing, or navigating the sale of a property through life changes such as an estate or divorce.

Every real estate journey comes with emotions on one end of the spectrum or the other, and my clients always get my full attention. I intentionally keep my client list small so I can provide top-notch, personalized service. I walk alongside my clients through the ups and downs of the process, doing everything I can to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible. Many of my clients even become long-term friends, which is one of the greatest joys of my career.

Before real estate, I served as an event coordinator for the Chamber of Commerce, later devoting time to raising my three boys and volunteering in countless PTO and church events. My husband works in the resort industry here in the Smokies, and together we enjoy jeeping, hiking, boating, concerts, and trying out new restaurants as a family of foodies. With three boys whose interests range from theater and gaming to football, there’s never a dull moment at our house!

Faith, family, and community are at the heart of everything I do. I love people and consider it an honor to help others find their place here in the mountains I’m blessed to call home. Whether you’re buying or selling, I’d love to be a trusted guide on your journey.