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  • Listed by: RE/MAX BIG BEAR • Nicholas LaBate • Contact: nick@labategroup.com
    $669,999

    1289 Balsam Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

    4beds
    1,237sqft
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    $4,431/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1961
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $646,800 Zestimate®
    $542/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Ski slope views.. turnkey.. less than a mile to Bear Mountain Ski Resort.. You’re reading that right.. Welcome to this beautifully remodeled mountain retreat, perfectly situated on an expansive 14,000+ square foot treed lot in one of Big Bear’s most desirable locations. Just minutes from Bear Mountain Ski Resort, Bear Mountain Golf Course, the Alpine Zoo, and the National Forest, this home places year-round adventure right outside your door while offering the privacy and serenity of a true mountain escape. Thoughtfully updated and completely turnkey, this inviting four-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers more than 1,200 square feet of comfortable living space with a bright, open floor plan designed for gathering and everyday living. Large windows capture iconic ski slope views while filling the home with natural light and showcasing the surrounding forest. Step outside onto the spacious entertaining deck, perfect for morning coffee, evening barbecues, or simply soaking in the alpine setting. The beautifully treed lot creates a true treehouse feel, offering privacy, shade, and the mountain atmosphere buyers dream of. A level parking pad at the street provides easy year-round access, while the oversized lot offers room to relax and enjoy nature. Whether you’re searching for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or income-producing investment, this property delivers an exceptional combination of location, updates, and scenery. Rarely do homes this close to Big Bear’s premier attractions also offer breathtaking ski slope views, modern finishes, and the feeling of being tucked away among the pines. Move-in ready from day one, this is an outstanding opportunity to experience everything Big Bear has to offer.
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    Listed by:

    Nicholas LaBate DRE #02042654 nick@labategroup.com,

    RE/MAX BIG BEAR

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IG26141018MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Furnished
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Windows: Drapes
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      • Furnished: Yes
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,237 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Front door
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 0.33 Acres
      • Features: Sloped Down
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0310281480000
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horse amenities: Riding Trail

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Permanent
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1961

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Standard
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Dog Park, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails, Hunting, Lake, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Park, Water Sports
      Location
      • Region: Big Bear Lake

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $542/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $433,000
      • Annual tax amount: $5,908
      • Date on market: 6/29/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 55 days
      • Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $646,800

        $614,000 - $679,000

        $2,632/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/27/2026Listed for sale$669,999-16.2%$542/sqft
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        3/26/2025Listing removed$799,950$647/sqft
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        6/25/2023Price change$799,950-3%$647/sqft
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        6/8/2023Listed for sale$824,900+94.1%$667/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32300789 Report a problem
        3/3/2021Sold$425,000+12%$344/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32100270 Report a problem
        2/19/2021Contingent$379,400$307/sqft
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        2/19/2021Pending sale$379,400$307/sqft
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        2/17/2021Listed for sale$379,400$307/sqft
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        2/15/2021Contingent$379,400$307/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32100270 Report a problem
        2/15/2021Pending sale$379,400$307/sqft
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        2/13/2021Listed for sale$379,400+26.2%$307/sqft
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        3/5/2018Sold$300,700+9.3%$243/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #3180104 Report a problem
        1/23/2018Pending sale$275,000$222/sqft
        Source: Big Bear / Lake Arrowhead #EV18015323 Report a problem
        1/21/2018Listed for sale$275,000+99.3%$222/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Big Bear #3180104 Report a problem
        4/15/1997Sold$138,000$112/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,908 -1.3%$433,000 -4%
        2024$5,987 -13.3%$451,014 -17.4%
        2023$6,903 +23.5%$545,700 +25.9%
        2022$5,587 +30.2%$433,500 +37.1%
        2021$4,290 -1.1%$316,089 +1%
        2020$4,338 +2.4%$312,848 +2%
        2019$4,235 +41.6%$306,714 +55.3%
        2018$2,990 +2.8%$197,527 +2%
        2017$2,909 $193,654 +2%
        2016$2,909 +2.2%$189,857 +1.5%
        2015$2,846 +0.9%$187,005 +2%
        2014$2,822 $183,342 +0.5%
        2013-- $182,514 +2%
        2012-- $178,935 +2%
        2011-- $175,427 +0.8%
        2010-- $174,116 -0.2%
        2009-- $174,530 +2%
        2008-- $171,108 +2%
        2007-- $167,753 +2%
        2006-- $164,464 +2%
        2005-- $161,240 +2%
        2004-- $158,078 +1.9%
        2003-- $155,181 +2%
        2002-- $152,139 +2%
        2001-- $149,156 +2%
        2000-- $146,231
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92315

        Getting around

        6 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        1 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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