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Ken Williams — Western North Carolina's Most Experienced Lake Lure Real Estate Agent

33+ years finding mountain and lakefront property across Western North Carolina. Broker-in-Charge, Pinnacle Sotheby's International Realty.

★ 5.0 rated on Google · 13 reviews

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Ken Williams, Lake Lure real estate agent

Local, for a real reason

Ken and his wife Mary relocated to Western North Carolina from Santa Barbara, California in 1988, and have called Lake Lure home ever since. Over 33 years, Ken has built a real estate career on local knowledge and long-term relationships — not just closing deals, but understanding the communities, the land, and the market trends that actually matter here.

Ken serves on the Lake Lure Zoning and Planning Board, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful local growth — the kind of on-the-ground perspective that only comes from being genuinely part of a community, not just selling in it.

What Ken handles

Lakefront & Waterfront Homes

Lake Lure and Rumbling Bald properties, evaluated for access, view, and long-term value — not just square footage.

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Mountain Home Sites & Acreage

Land for a future build, evaluated for the same things a builder would check before you own it.

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Second & Vacation Homes

For buyers splitting time between here and somewhere else, with the practical questions that come with that answered upfront.

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Retirement & Investment Property

Long-term fit, not just today's listing photos — community, access, and condition all factored in.

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Serving Western North Carolina

Lake LureChimney RockRutherford CountyPolk CountyHenderson CountyMcDowell CountyBuncombe CountyCleveland County

What clients say

★★★★★ 5.0 out of 5 — 13 Google reviews

★★★★★
We really appreciated his great communication. He always responded quickly. The photos that he took were outstanding. We appreciated working with Ken and recommend him highly.
MaryGriffith0October 3, 2026
via Zillow
★★★★★
Ken was great to work with....we contacted him about a property we wanted to list and he was prepared with market information, location specific details and pricing. We went under contract in less than 1 week.
Seller, Lake Lure, NCJune 19, 2026
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was amazing. He was knowledgeable about the area, resort and nearby properties. He was quick to get pictures and documents to us. We listed, had an offer and closed in a month! Highly recommend Ken to help sell your property or home!
CyndiBryson5April 14, 2026
via Zillow
★★★★
Selling a property can be very stressful. Ken Williams went above and beyond in making the sale of my property stressless. I would highly recommend Ken Williams for any real estate needs.
Brandon JonesJune 2, 2020
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was great made the process easy. He knows the areas and has the buyers. When we listed after the storm we sold in days. Great wxpierence Thank you Ken
msilverstoneeqJanuary 13, 2026
via Zillow
★★★★★
Ken was great to work with and we were able to seamlessly contract and close out transaction remotely during Covid-19 quarantine time.
Allen B.April 30, 2020
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken did an excellent job promoting our property and overseeing every aspect of the showings all the way through the closing. Ken came highly recommended as the best in his field and I truly believe he is.
bluestarphireJanuary 26, 2024
via Zillow
★★★★★
good man,knowlegable ken hit the nail on the head
mike borriello neboApril 23, 2020
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was very attentive to our needs and very quick to respond to any questions we had. He was knowledgeable about the local regulations of our neighborhood and would recommend his service.
kpost1211January 26, 2021
via Zillow
★★★★★
Ken showed us another house we were intered in and than brought us to this one, We liked it right away. Then he drove us all around the club area and show us where things were. Very helpfull.
Lorna Gault, Banner Elk, N.C.September 30, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Good sense of humor & represented our interests well & provided suggestions & advice.
Jim neuhardt, Tenafly NJSeptember 25, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was wonderful to work with. He was attentive to our many questions and very helpful in providing us all the answers for making our purchase!
Mary Jean, OhioSeptember 20, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was very helpful. He is polite, and keeps his clients informed throughout the entire process. This was my 2nd real estate transaction with Ken, and we would definitely use him again.
Jason French, SpartanburgJune 5, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
I appreciate Ken Williams meeting with me on Easter Sunday to show me properties. Living in GA, working full time and prior commitments caused some time restraints. Ken rearranged his schedule in order to accommodate mine.
Rene' Voige, Marietta, GAMay 30, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
KEN WILLIAMS WAS VERY HELPFUL THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS. HE IS A VERY NICE PERSON AND VERY PROFESSIONAL .
MARGARET JACOB, DEFIANCE,OHIOMay 8, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken Williams made the long distance purchase of our home so easy. He was with us every step of the way. We would be happy to work with him again and recommend him to anyone looking for a home in the Lake Lure area.
Jim & Leslie Oliver, New OrleansFebruary 20, 2019
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and professional. We would not have purchased in this area if not for Ken’s help.
Lisa Thaviu, Evanston, IllinoisOctober 5, 2018
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken worked extremely hard to sell our house.
Bill WardApril 28, 2018
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Great to work with. Met after hours and was more than helpful. Overall excellent experience working with Ken.
William and Sandra AndersonFebruary 14, 2018
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken is a superior Realtor with impeccable transaction knowledge
Michael J. Belle, Sarasota, FloridaFebruary 14, 2018
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken went above and beyond helping us purchase our home from afar. He was a pleasure to deal with!
Steve Duerr PennsylvaniaDecember 19, 2017
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken proved to very knowledgeable of the local market is very accessible and responsive.
Rich PucoOctober 5, 2017
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken Williams went above and beyond selling this lot for me. I would highly recommend him as a realtor and if I ever need a realtor I will definitely call Ken.
Jane Saunders Ormond Beach, Fl.August 26, 2017
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was great. He helped me understand the market in our area, and was so personable and easy to work with.
Carolyn Mancuso Leesville, SCAugust 2, 2017
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken was very professional and was very responsive during the entire transaction from start to finish. I can see why clients would want to partner with Ken is personality lends himself to be very effective.
Jon McCracken Charlotte, NCApril 27, 2017
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken did a great job selling our home quick. We're wanted someone aggressive that would work for us a keep us in the loop and was accessible.
David & Cathy Serada, Lake LureFebruary 8, 2017
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★★★★★
Living 900 miles away from my log home and having it for sale was not easy. Ken Williams took care of everything that was needed to be able to sell the house. Thank you!!!!
Susan Pruss - Ft. Lauderdale FloridaJanuary 6, 2017
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★★★★★
I would use again if I purchase and recommend to others
bill endlein rutherfordton ncNovember 17, 2016
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Nothing to add, Ken is the best of 6 or 7 realtors we have dealt with in three states.
Tom WilkersonSeptember 21, 2016
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Ken's knowledge of the area was essential. He also has an extensive list of contacts and services that is invaluable. I would recommend him to any of our friends and family that are interested in your area.
Michael Hartzog, Summerville, SCSeptember 9, 2016
via Realtor.com
★★★★★
Excellent experience . Ken was always available to answer our questions and help us navigate the area. He made great suggestions once he knew our preferences.
Pam Hatley Charlotte NCJune 23, 2016
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Credentials

Member: National Association of Realtors · North Carolina Association of Realtors · Rutherford County Board of Realtors · Hendersonville Board of Realtors · Western NC Regional Multiple Listing Service · Lake Lure and Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce.