
Big Bear City, California 92314
This Bavarian-Alpine Custom Cabin serves as a distinctive Residential Asset listed at $499,995. While the price exceeds the $423,529 Fair Market Value, the home offers rare features including Vaulted Wood-Plank Ceilings, Dual En-Suite Bedrooms, and an Oversized Multi-Bay Garage for mountain gear. With a Condition Rating of 4, the interior provides a well-maintained, authentic aesthetic with a clear path to $2,300/month in market rent. It is a strategic acquisition for Owner-Occupants or Buy-and-Hold Investors seeking a high-character retreat near Big Bear High School.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1992, this property retains its original 'Bavarian-Alpine' character, which, while charming, means many interior elements are dated. The kitchen features 'classic wood cabinetry,' laminate-style countertops, and a mix of black and stainless steel appliances, along with dated fluorescent lighting. The bathrooms also show signs of age with older vanities, fixtures, and shower enclosures (one with frosted sliding glass, the other with a more recent but still not modern tile surround). While the property appears well-maintained with functional systems and good flooring in the main areas, it has not undergone extensive recent renovations. The lack of a cooling system is also a factor. It is move-in ready but would require minor to moderate aesthetic updates, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms, to meet current buyer preferences.
Unique Bavarian-Alpine design with vaulted wood-plank ceilings, exposed beams, and a large brick wood-burning fireplace, offering genuine Big Bear charm.
Currently tenant-occupied with significant upside to market rent (from $1,550/month to estimated $2,300/month), providing immediate income and future value.
Features two en-suite bedrooms (one on each level) and a spacious open loft with a private balcony, ideal for privacy, guests, or versatile use (office, den).
Built in 1992, some elements like the 'classic wood cabinetry' in the kitchen might be considered dated by modern buyers, potentially requiring future updates.
The property description does not mention any air conditioning or cooling system, which could be a comfort concern during warmer periods in the mountain climate.
While an income generator, the current tenant occupancy at below-market rent means a buyer will need to manage the transition process to either occupy the property or achieve the higher market rental rate.
A custom 2-bedroom, 2-bath Bavarian-Alpine cabin with real Big Bear character the kind you can't fake with a quick remodel and a Pinterest board. Step into a bright, open living space with vaulted wood-plank ceilings and exposed beams, anchored by a large brick, wood-burning fireplace wrapped in knotty pine the true mountain-lodge centerpiece (because a "fireplace app" doesn't count). The main level flows seamlessly into an open kitchen with skylights that flood the space with natural light, classic wood cabinetry, a gas range, stainless refrigerator, generous counter space, and a breakfast bar so the cook stays part of the conversation whether it's pancakes after a powder day or wine by the fire. The layout is sneakily perfect: an en-suite bedroom on the main level plus a second en-suite upstairs, giving everyone privacy. Up top, you get a spacious open loft that works as an office, den, play area, or extra hangout zone and it opens to its own private balcony with peaceful tree views, ideal for morning coffee and fresh mountain air. Outside is where the cabin lifestyle shows up: a classic front deck built for grilling and lounging, plus fenced front and back yards that are perfect for dogs, gear, and guilt-free outdoor time. From an investment standpoint, it's currently tenant-occupied at $1,550/month, with market rent estimated around $2,300/month built-in income now with clear upside later. And for true mountain living, the garage setup is a big win: an oversized single garage plus an additional smaller bay, ideal for skis, bikes, snow toys, ATV/golf cart storage, or the legendary Big Bear gear pile that somehow multiplies overnight.Quiet Big Bear City location close to the slopes, the lake, The Village, and the airport but tucked away enough to feel like a getaway, not a tourist theme park. If you've been looking for authentic Alpine style, flexible space, and a value-add rental opportunity with lifestyle baked in, this one's a must-see.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 2.5 mi
Grades 7-8 • 6.4 mi
Grades 9-12 • 2.1 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 | 31% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,304 | 1,405 | 41% |
| Lot Size | 4,125 | 7,226.5 | 10% |
| Price | $449.0K | $443.4K | 51% |
| Price per sq ft | $344 | $326 | 60% |
| Built year | 1992 | 1979 | 72% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 86 | 221 | 8% |
Mar 20, 2026
$449,000
$499,995
-10% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jan 26, 2026
$499,995
Initial Listing
Nov 1, 2002
$159,000
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