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    • Listed by: RE/MAX BIG BEAR • RACHAEL SMITH • Contact: rachaelsmithrealestate@gmail.com
    $499,900

    43861 Mendocino Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

    3beds
    1,320sqft
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    $3,270/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1973
    10,150 Square Feet Lot
    $484,900 Zestimate®
    $379/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    BACKING TO OPEN SPACE AND THE RATHBUN CREEK TRAIL, this beautifully remodeled Moonridge retreat offers privacy, scenery, and direct trail access. Perched above Rathbun Creek in the desirable Sand Canyon area, this move-in-ready home enjoys breathtaking sunsets, ski slope views, forest vistas, and a peaceful mountain setting that feels miles away from it all. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated by the current owners, pride of ownership is evident throughout. A recent home inspection is available, providing added confidence for the next owner. The reverse floor plan was designed to capture the incredible views, featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, an open-concept living area, and a spacious kitchen that flows seamlessly onto the covered deck. Downstairs, a generous family room offers flexible space for entertaining, game nights, or relaxing after a day on the trails. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dedicated laundry area, and quality improvements throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Step out your back door and enjoy direct access to the open space and Rathbun Creek Trail, while remaining just minutes from Bear Mountain Ski Resort, the golf course, restaurants, hiking, and the new Big Bear Alpine Zoo. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or investment property, this home checks all the boxes.
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    RACHAEL SMITH DRE #01923537 rachaelsmithrealestate@gmail.com,

    RE/MAX BIG BEAR

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: IG26124506MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Main Level Primary
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Primary Suite
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen Island
      Heating
      • Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Private
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Barbecue
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 10,150 Square Feet
      • Features: Sloped Down, Gentle Sloping, Level
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 0310754070000
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Turnkey
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1973

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Mountainous, Near National Forest
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
      Location
      • Region: Big Bear Lake

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $379/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $465,922
      • Date on market: 6/11/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $484,900

        $461,000 - $509,000

        $2,373/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/21/2026Pending sale$499,900$379/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32601311 Report a problem
        7/28/2026Contingent$499,900$379/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32601311 Report a problem
        6/11/2026Listed for sale$499,900+18.5%$379/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32601311 Report a problem
        10/28/2020Sold$422,000-0.7%$320/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #32002595 Report a problem
        9/24/2020Pending sale$424,999$322/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Big Bear #32002595 Report a problem
        9/19/2020Listed for sale$424,999$322/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Big Bear #32002595 Report a problem
        9/7/2020Pending sale$424,999$322/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Big Bear #32002595 Report a problem
        9/4/2020Listed for sale$424,999$322/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Big Bear #32002595 Report a problem
        8/26/2020Pending sale$424,999$322/sqft
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        8/14/2020Listed for sale$424,999+21.8%$322/sqft
        Source: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY #EV20165698 Report a problem
        11/19/2019Sold$349,000-0.3%$264/sqft
        Source: Mountain Resort Communities AOR #31907931 Report a problem
        11/1/2019Price change$349,900+2.9%$265/sqft
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        10/6/2019Pending sale$339,900-2.9%$258/sqft
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        8/31/2019Price change$349,900+0.3%$265/sqft
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        7/24/2019Price change$349,000+2.7%$264/sqft
        Source: Re/Max Big Bear #PW19082682 Report a problem
        7/12/2019Price change$339,900-2.6%$258/sqft
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        6/29/2019Price change$349,000-2.8%$264/sqft
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        6/18/2019Price change$359,000-2.7%$272/sqft
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        6/9/2019Price change$369,000-2.6%$280/sqft
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        5/16/2019Price change$379,000-2.6%$287/sqft
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        4/30/2019Price change$389,000-2.5%$295/sqft
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        4/13/2019Listed for sale$398,900+20.9%$302/sqft
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        7/26/2015Listing removed$1,200$1/sqft
        Source: Blue Skies R E & Resort Rental #14806321PS Report a problem
        5/2/2015Listed for rent$1,200$1/sqft
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        10/30/2012Listing removed$1,200$1/sqft
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        10/9/2012Listed for rent$1,200$1/sqft
        Source: Blue Skies R E & Resort Rental #41462854 Report a problem
        3/4/2005Sold$330,000+29.4%$250/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/4/2004Sold$255,000+125.7%$193/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/27/1999Sold$113,000+37%$86/sqft
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        9/8/1995Sold$82,500$63/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $465,922 +2%
        2025$6,160 +3.5%$456,786 +2%
        2024$5,954 +3%$447,830 +2%
        2023$5,780 +4.1%$439,049 +2%
        2022$5,555 +2.7%$430,440 +2%
        2021$5,411 +14.1%$422,000 +20.6%
        2020$4,744 -6.7%$349,900 -9.1%
        2019$5,086 +3.2%$385,000 +1.7%
        2018$4,929 +5%$378,600 +5%
        2017$4,694 $360,600 +5%
        2016$4,694 +4.7%$343,400 +2.5%
        2015$4,484 +1.6%$335,000 +29.6%
        2014$4,413 $258,500 +10%
        2013-- $235,000 -19%
        2012-- $290,100
        2011-- $290,100 -3%
        2010-- $299,000 -8%
        2009-- $325,000
        2008-- $325,000 -5.3%
        2007-- $343,228 +2%
        2006-- $336,498 +29.4%
        2005-- $260,100 +113.1%
        2004-- $122,046 +1.9%
        2003-- $119,810 +2%
        2002-- $117,461 +2%
        2001-- $115,158 +2%
        2000-- $112,900
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