In The News
Learn about our latest projects and read the news from Oliver Smith Realty & Development Company.
Soaky Mountain Water Park Nears Completion
The new $90 million, 50-acre Soaky Mountain Waterpark is making progress on construction and plans to open for the 2020 season, but the opening date is uncertain because of the coronavirus pandemic. Crews have spent the last few weeks pouring pool decks and working on...
The Uncertain Future of a Knoxville Landmark: The Andrew Jackson Building
Located at the South end of Gay Street the Andrew Jackson building has served Knoxville in many ways, from the current home of the Knox County Schools to a luxury hotel. The building has one of the best views in downtown Knoxville. There has been a $6 million offer...
Food News February 2020
Oliver Smith Realty works with privately owned and chain restaurants to find the perfect locations. Here is a list of our latest projects. Aubrey's, Sevierville Open: January 20th, 2020Location: 928 Dolly Parton Parkway, Sevierville TNNear the intersection of...
Real Estate Trends to Watch
As we enter into a new decade together, this is an exciting time for Knoxvillians and our surrounding neighbors. I've even heard it recently referred to as "The Roaring 20s Part Deux." Due to our ever-expanding metropolitan statistical area, we are now at the doorway...
A Pan Latin Restaraunt and Retro Cocktail Lounge at the Holston Building
Jim and Lori Klonaris, the owners of well-known local spots such as Cafe 4, Kefi, the Square Room and the Press Room have had their eye on the Holston building since 2015. They found the perfect spot on the first floor but couldn't secure the location at the time. ...
The Return of a Local Favorite: Makers Donuts
After Maker's Donuts closed in 2018 many fans and donut connoisseurs were disappointed. Our broker, Chad Turner has recently helped Megan Grey and Kayla Davis purchase a new property at 1336 East Emory Road, across from Mahalo Coffee Roasters for Maker's Donuts. ...
Construction Continues at Soaky Mountain Waterpark
In August, we reported on a new land deal in Sevierville TN, the future home of Soaky Mountain Water park. Now in 2020 we are happy to report that construction is well underway with a planned opening on August 6th, 2020. The 50-acre park will have invested nearly 90...
Nomads Nook Opens New Store on Kingston Pike
We would like to welcome Nomad’s Nook to Kingston Pike. Our broker, Chad Turner has recently helped Chetna and her husband Rajendra Jain acquire their new location at 8079 Kingston Pike, Suite 1. The new facility greatly increases the floor space to 2,500 square...
2019 New Restaurants… with some help from Oliver Smith Realty
It's been a busy year for Oliver Smith Realty and Development Company. We have helped develop several new restaurant concepts and properties in the Knoxville Area. Here's is a Round-up of the newest hot spots we are sure you'll enjoy. Chicken Guy (opening 2020) Guy...
80th anniversary and a new name for Oliver Smith Realty
This month we are proud to celebrate our 80th Anniversary. Among the many changes taking place at the firm, we are most excited about our name change. Our new name reflects the changes in our business and our focus for the future. We will always be proud of our...