
Big Bear Lake, California 92315
This Turnkey Mountain Cabin represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $859,000—positioned well below the $1,004,292 Fair Market Value by 14%. This valuation gap provides $145,292 in Instant Equity. Featuring an Excellent Condition Rating with extensive renovations, this property includes a hot tub, panoramic mountain views, and a proven active STR program. While local school ratings are modest, the home’s turnkey status and prime location near ski resorts make it an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking immediate rental income.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 515 Fox Subject | $859,000* List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,420 | $381 | - |
A 150 Lodgepole Sold | $684,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,602 | $427 | 0.5 mi |
B 42600 Goldrush Sold | $740,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,587 | $286 | 0.6 mi |
C 426 Crystal Court Active | $799,000 List Price | 5 | 6 | 2,177 | $367 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone an extensive recent renovation within the last 5 years, featuring a modern kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances and fully updated bathrooms with contemporary subway tile and black fixtures. Despite the 1940 build date, the interior and exterior systems, including the new concrete patio and hot tub, are in mint condition and move-in ready for an active STR program.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 14930, living area = 2420.
Situated on a hilltop in the desirable Moonridge area, the property offers panoramic views of Snow Summit and Bear Mountain while being less than 2 miles from major ski resorts.
The home features an extensive, high-budget renovation that blends modern comforts and updated wood-accent interiors with classic mountain cabin character, making it move-in or guest-ready.
Originally built in 1940, the property may have underlying structural or utility limitations inherent to older homes that even extensive renovations cannot fully eliminate.
The assigned elementary and middle schools have low ratings (2 and 3 respectively), which may limit the property's appeal to long-term resident families.
Mountain-style Big Bear Lake cabin • Extensive renovation • Active STR program. Hilltop Moonridge-area home on approx. 0.34 acre with panoramic views toward Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Renovated with an ample budget to create a warm, guest-ready retreat, the home blends cabin character with updated comfort across approx. 2,420 sq ft, 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Wood-accent interiors, multiple gathering spaces, living room, family room, den, dining room and breakfast nook support flexible use. Main level also includes kitchen, mud room and laundry room; upper level includes 3 bedrooms plus bath. Multiple decks and covered deck areas extend the living space for mountain air, outdoor seating and ski resort views. The property has operated as a successful short-term rental and is currently on an active STR program; buyer to verify permit status, transferability, revenue history and city requirements. Approx. 0.6 mi to Moonridge Coffee, 1.5 mi to Snow Summit, 1.7 mi to Bear Mountain Resort and 3.0 mi to Big Bear Village. Includes 3D tour, video tour and floor plans.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 2.0 mi
Grades K-6 • 2.5 mi
Grades 7-8 • 1.6 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,420 | 1,300 |
| Lot Size | 14,930 | 7,350 |
| Price | $859.0K | $600.7K |
| Price per sq ft | $355 | $413 |
| Built year | 1940 | 1968 |
| HOA | $0 | $1.2K |
| Days on market | 47 | 85 |
Jun 5, 2026
$859,000
Initial Listing
Mar 24, 2025
$825,000
Public Record
Dec 11, 2018
$415,000
Public Record