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  • $727,100

    1253 Balsam Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

    3beds
    1,368sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1969
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $727,100 Zestimate®
    $532/sqft
    $2,770 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $727,100

    $676,000 - $778,000

    $2,770/mo

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    What's special

    This is the mountain escape you have been looking for! A true upscale mountain cabin with all the atmosphere you could desire. Close to everything yet feels miles away. Licensed vacation rental with excellent rental history and positive cash flow potential. Three Bears Retreat combines the most sought after Bear Mountain location with all of the essential amenities. Nestled on a large tree covered street to street lot on a quiet cul-de-sac with no through traffic. Short walk to Bear Mountain Lift, Hiking-Biking Trails, Golf Course and less than a 5 minute drive to shopping, dining, nightlife, boating, swimming, fishing and much more! Great Room with large wood burning fireplace, beautiful hardwood floors through out, soaring open beam ceilings and expansive windows with breathtaking views of Big Bear Lake, National Forest and the San Bernardino Mountains beyond. Open, airy kitchen with updated appliances and beautiful granite counters. Family and guests can gather round the large breakfast counter or stretch out in front of a roaring fire in from of the large wood burning fire place. Take advantage of the warm afternoon sun and move the family outside to the expansive deck, fire up the grill, sit on the porch swing and watch the sunset over the lake or take a relaxing soak in the steaming hot tub with room for 6+. This upscale cabin can cater to almost any taste. It provides two levels with 1368 sf for you and your guests to spread out in comfort. The upper main floor is the entry level and is handicap accessible with gently sloped redwood ramp leading to the front door. In addition to the great room, it provides a spacious master bedroom with king size bed, dressing area and large custom closet. The "bunk room" at the end of the hall is equally accommodating for adults and kids. It comes with a very comfortable double bed with a twin upper bunk, twin bed and twin trundle. There is a full bath across the hall from the master with beautiful tile and wood decor. The stairs off the great room will take you down to the master suite hideaway. Here you will find beautiful pine board walls and ceilings, recessed accent lighting, a king size bed, seating/dressing area and a private bath with shower. Just off the master suite is a laundry area with full size washer and dryer. Central forced air heating keeps you warm on cold winter nights with cool central air conditioning for those occasional hot summer afternoons. The large 400 sf detached garage has been insulated and finished as a game room (or possibly extra bunk room). There is off street parking for 3-4 cars and room for your boat or OHV trailer as well. Two detached sheds provide ample space for fire wood, personal item storage or studio/work shop. Come on up and tour this exceptional mountain retreat!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0310281290000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • wood frame
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1969

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Big Bear Lake

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $532/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $709,100

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/10/2021Sold$710,000-6.5%$519/sqft
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    8/3/2021Pending sale$759,000$555/sqft
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    6/18/2021Listed for sale$759,000+103.5%$555/sqft
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    9/25/2014Sold$373,000+54.8%$273/sqft
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    8/28/2009Sold$241,000+9%$176/sqft
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    6/4/2009Sold$221,000-59.1%$162/sqft
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    11/15/2005Sold$540,000+42.3%$395/sqft
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    10/15/2004Sold$379,500$277/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $709,100 -5.9%
    2025$8,826 -1.8%$753,458 +2%
    2024$8,989 +2.4%$738,684 +2%
    2023$8,781 +3.3%$724,200 +2%
    2022$8,497 +59.5%$710,000 +71.4%
    2021$5,328 -1.3%$414,150 +1%
    2020$5,400 +2.5%$409,903 +2%
    2019$5,269 +3.4%$401,866 +2%
    2018$5,094 +2.5%$393,986 +2%
    2017$4,968 $386,261 +2%
    2016$4,968 +2.2%$378,688 +1.5%
    2015$4,861 +0.8%$373,000 +47%
    2014$4,822 $253,771 +0.5%
    2013-- $252,625 +2%
    2012-- $247,671 +2%
    2011-- $242,814 +0.8%
    2010-- $241,000 -44%
    2009-- $430,000 -8.5%
    2008-- $470,000 -14.7%
    2007-- $550,800 +2%
    2006-- $540,000 +42.3%
    2005-- $379,500 +307.1%
    2004-- $93,225 +1.9%
    2003-- $91,516 +2%
    2002-- $89,722 +2%
    2001-- $87,962 +2%
    2000-- $86,238
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    Neighborhood: 92315

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