818 W Rainbow, Big Bear City, California 92314, Big Bear City, 92314 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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818 W Rainbow
Big Bear City, California 92314
ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
2Beds
1Baths
552Sq Ft
2,500Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$309,900
EST. MARKET VALUE
$299,450
3% AboveMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This Turnkey Mountain Cabin is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $309,900—positioned slightly above the $299,450 Fair Market Value. While the list price reflects a premium, the property boasts a Condition Rating of 2, featuring a fully renovated kitchen, new flooring, and updated electrical systems. With its charming A-frame aesthetic, wooded forest views, and functional fenced backyard, this home offers a serene, move-in-ready lifestyle. It is an ideal acquisition for vacation home buyers or first-time buyers seeking a polished, low-maintenance mountain retreat.
Estimated Market Value
$299,450
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Big Bear City.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
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| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 818 W Rainbow Subject | $309,900* List Price | 2 | 1 | 552 | $542 | - |
A 708 W Country Club Boulevard Active | $270,000 List Price | 2 | 1 | 600 | $450 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Excellent
TeardownExcellent
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite being built in 1969, the property has undergone a comprehensive recent renovation (likely <5 years) including a fully updated kitchen with new cabinets and countertops, bathroom upgrades, newer vinyl plank flooring, dual-pane windows, and updated electrical systems, making it a turnkey home.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Turnkey Renovations
The property features extensive modern updates including a renovated kitchen, newer vinyl plank flooring, dual-pane windows, and upgraded electrical, offering a move-in-ready experience for buyers.
- Charming Mountain Aesthetic
This bright Chalet A-frame provides a classic mountain cabin feel, tucked back from the street in a peaceful setting that enhances its appeal as a serene vacation retreat.
- Enhanced Outdoor Utility
A fenced backyard paired with a large storage shed that includes a washer and dryer provides valuable functional space and convenience rarely found in smaller mountain cabins.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Compact Living Area
At just 552 square feet, the interior space is quite limited, which may pose challenges for buyers seeking more room for entertaining or long-term residency.
- Limited Bedroom Privacy
The second sleeping area is an open loft rather than an enclosed room, which reduces privacy and may not be suitable for all guest configurations.
About 818 W Rainbow
A bright and beautifully updated Chalet A-frame tucked back from the street in a peaceful setting. The cabin features one bedroom and a full bathroom downstairs, plus an oversized loft that functions as a second bedroom. Newer vinyl plank flooring, dual-pane windows, electrical, a new staircase, bathroom upgrades, new lighting, and a renovated kitchen with new cabinets and countertops. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, summer nights under the stars, and a large storage shed with washer dryer. Truly turnkey and ready to enjoy!
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1969
- Lot Size
- 2,500 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 552 | 1,411.66 |
| Lot Size | 2,500 | 6,959.792 |
| Price | $309.9K | $431.2K |
| Price per sq ft | $561 | $327 |
| Built year | 1969 | 1991 |
| HOA | $0 | $200 |
| Days on market | 20 | 79 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Aug 20, 2026
$309,900
Initial Listing
Sold
Sep 7, 2021
$290,000
Public Record
Sold
Aug 18, 2020
$175,000
Public Record