John A.
Excellent Farragut and West Knoxville Realtor who finally sold our Fox Den home
I am John Adams, and I recently sold my home in the Fox Den subdivision in Farragut, Tennessee with the help of Blake Rickels and the Blake Rickels Group at Century 21 Legacy. Fox Den is a highly desirable golf course community in West Knoxville, so I assumed selling would be simple. After almost a year on the market with two different Knoxville real estate agents and no real progress, I knew I needed someone who truly understood the local market. With the first two agents, our listing sat with disappointing results. The photos did not stand out online, the marketing did not seem targeted to Farragut or West Knoxville buyers, and we never saw a clear, proactive plan. Showings were inconsistent, feedback was vague, and communication left us feeling like our home was just another listing, not a priority. A friend recommended Blake Rickels, and from our first meeting it was clear he was different. Blake understood exactly how buyers search for homes in Fox Den, Farragut, and West Knoxville. He explained why our previous strategy had failed and walked us through a detailed plan that included professional photography, smart pricing, and strong online marketing so our home would show better to serious buyers. Everything he presented was clear and made sense. Blake listed our home for twenty five thousand dollars more than it had been listed before. Within just seventeen days, we had steady showings, strong interest, and we went under contract for over the asking price. After months of frustration, our Fox Den home finally sold quickly and for more money than we expected. Throughout the process, Blake and the Blake Rickels Group communicated consistently and professionally. We always knew what was happening and felt confident in every step. If you are thinking about selling a home in Fox Den, in Farragut, or anywhere in West Knoxville, I highly recommend Blake Rickels. His combination of local expertise, pricing strategy, and online marketing is exactly what you want in a top Farragut and West Knoxville real estate agent.
Reply from Blake Rickels Group, Century 21 LegacyApr 3, 2026
Thank you, John. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your home in Fox Den is a great example of how the right strategy makes a difference. Once we adjusted the pricing, presentation, and marketing to match how buyers are actually searching in Farragut and West Knoxville, everything started to line up the way it should. I know it had been a frustrating process before we connected, so I’m glad we were able to turn that around, get strong activity quickly, and ultimately get you under contract over asking. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m grateful for the trust you placed in me. If you ever need anything in the future, I’m here to help.



