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Seven Generations, One Mountain Home

Delivering Results

Focused on achieving measurable outcomes in every transaction.

257

Closed Sales

$104.9M

Total Value

$90K - $3.1M

Price Range

$408.3K

Average Price

About Catherine

About Catherine

Residential & Commercial REALTOR®

As a full-time REALTOR® serving Waynesville, Canton, Maggie Valley, Clyde, Lake Junaluska, and the greater Haywood, Jackson, and Buncombe County areas, Catherine Proben is dedicated to helping clients achieve their real estate goals through an exceptional, responsive, and seamless experience.

With 20+ years of real estate experience and a proven track record as a Top Producing agent since 2008, Catherine brings a deep understanding of every aspect of the buying and selling process. She has also earned the Chairman’s Award every year since 2016, reflecting a consistent commitment to high-level service and results.

What My Clients Say

We have worked with Catherine Proben on several transactions in the area, and she continues to be the consummate professional. She is an excellent negotiator and stays current on the latest market trends. Of course, she communicates and keeps you informed of the entire process, and we trust her completely.

— Laura R.

What My Clients Say

Catherine was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, saving us time and money. We highly recommend her for all your homeownership and property needs!

— Trent H.

What My Clients Say

Catherine has a great deal of knowledge that was pivotal to the purchase of my home. She is a skilled negotiator, always pleasant, kind, and diplomatic. She never hesitated to step in with additional information, value-added services, and a personal touch to provide additional perspective throughout my entire home search, inspections, and final closing. I would highly recommend choosing Catherine to lead...

— Lisa B.

What My Clients Say

Very professional, knowledgeable, and helpful.

— Merritt R.

What My Clients Say

There is an old adage that says No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care. Catherine was right here with us, start to finish. She was always responsive, never made me feel like we were asking silly questions, was committed to helping us, and gave good guidance. For her, it was not just a job for a paycheck, but she actually cared that we were successful in selling the house. We app...

— Davis S.

What My Clients Say

Sold our house in one week. Followed through on every aspect of the sale right through closing and payment.

— Roy P.

What My Clients Say

I feel like Catherine Proben "has my back" in any real estate situation with not just great knowledge of what is trending and happening in the community and the ever-changingSeller & Buyer laws of real estate but dedicated diligent attention to details that help avoid problems and close transactions promptly and without surprises. I would not hesitate to call her for any real estate questions or transact...

— Seller & Buyer

What My Clients Say

Catherine did a Fantastic job on the sale of our home! She is very detail-oriented and made sure we had the best photographer and Virtual tour available. Like they say, a picture is worth a thousand words! She was very accommodating and went "Above and Beyond" our expectations. Her friendly and down-to-earth attitude makes her a pleasure to work with. I will recommend Catherine and her team to all my fam...

— Seller & Buyer

What My Clients Say

Catherine has helped us buy and sell a number of properties over the last ten years. She is very easy to work with and is very knowledgeable about the market. She is quick to respond to any inquiries. She treats you less like a client and more like a trusted friend.

— Robert T.

What My Clients Say

Very professional. Couldn't do enough for me. Returned calls immediately. Kept on top of new listings. My husband and I were long doing this long distance, and she set up a # of houses to see in the 3 days we had. Great referrals. A real Class Act.

— Seller & Buyer

What My Clients Say

Excellent professional. Thorough and responsive in all our correspondence. I would highly recommend her as an agent. A good knowledge of our market and good product knowledge.

— Seller & Buyer

What My Clients Say

My wife and I have never gone through the process of selling a home, so this has been quite a learning experience for us. Catherine Proben was absolutely fantastic in her assistance, her perspectives, and her overall professionalism. There is no doubt we would recommend her to anybody selling a home.

— William L.

What My Clients Say

Catherine was great to work with, patient, diligent, and thorough in helping us find just the right home. Her expertise was invaluable from the house hunt through the closing.

— Melissa D.

What My Clients Say

Absolutely the best realtor ever!

— Susan F.

What My Clients Say

Well, we don’t really know where to begin because Catherine treats you like family. She looks out for your best interests at heart. She is the soul of real estate and knows Haywood County and the surrounding areas. She is prompt and proactive, with a heart of gold, and she looks out for your best interest as if she is buying a home for her own family for the first time. Catherine is a true gem of Haywood...

— Austin C.

What My Clients Say

As always, Catherine came through with flying colors. If there were a higher rating than 10, I would have given her the max.

— Eddie G.

What My Clients Say

Catherine Proben worked with me and my wife for several months while we tried to make up our minds on what we wanted. Catherine was very patient and endeared herself to us as a friend. She responded immediately, even after we had not communicated with her for several months. Catherin stayed/ guided us through every step of the process when we decided to buy a new home and sell our old home. Catherine has...

— Duston T.

What My Clients Say

Catherine is a wonderful person who is very skilled in real estate and has been very effective in helping us buy 2 homes and sell another. I would give her my highest recommendation.

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

Catherine listened to our wants in a vacation home and worked to identify homes so when we got to the Waynesville area we didn't waste any time. She brought us to the perfect home and stayed in touch with us all the way through closing and after. Being absent owners, she has been our go-to to help with all the utility hookups. Most of all Catherine has become a friend. Highly recommend her and the Ron Br...

— Seller & Buyer

What My Clients Say

Once again, Catherine Proben has succeeded in achieving our goal. She is unselfish with her time and resources. Even during the recent natural disaster, she maintained communication with the other parties involved in the sale of our home. I can't begin to express our gratitude for her sustained dedication to our situation. She is the best.

— Thomas W.

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Experience a real estate partnership built on trust, expertise, and genuine care. Catherine brings a lifelong understanding of what “home” truly means, guiding you through every step of your real estate journey with personalized service and dedication.