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Patty’s Picks of the Week

By Patty Simonek on January 26th, 2011
Categories: Big Bear Buyers, Big Bear Foreclosures, Big Bear Market Conditions, Big Bear Neighborhoods, Big Bear Real Estate News
Tags: big bear real estate, buying a home in big bear, patty's picks

Here are my top picks for this week! Simply click on the highlighted property to see the details for the “best in show” properties. Under $100K: 727 Kern: This little charmer is close to the National Forest and is affordable at $53,500! Even has laundry and vaulted ceilings! $100K-$200K: 1125 Anita: Big Bear Charm with [...]

The Seclusion Factor – Tips on Finding a Great Setting for Your Big Bear Cabin

By Tyler Wood on March 6th, 2010
Categories: Big Bear Buyers, Big Bear Real Estate News
Tags: big bear, buying a home in big bear, high timber ranch, meadowbrook estates, national forest, real estate, seclusion, second home

The first thought most people have when thinking of a mountain cabin is a secluded, charming place in the middle of the woods. Most buyers are looking for a place to escape from the city and hustle and bustle they live in. Obviously, a secluded cabin would be the best way to make sure you will have a [...]

If You’re Looking For A Great Deal In Big Bear, You Have To Act Like It!

By Tyler Wood on February 13th, 2010
Categories: Big Bear Buyers, Big Bear Real Estate News
Tags: big bear real estate, buying a home in big bear, getting a deal, reo

Click here if you cannot see the embedded video. Many buyers are looking to get a great deal when buying a home in Big Bear. Seems like a natural request. But, very few are willing to act, or respond, like they must in order get one. I see deals come on the market every week. [...]

How Do You Complete A Big Bear Property Inspection With 5 Ft. Of Snow On The Ground?

By Tyler Wood on February 9th, 2010
Categories: Big Bear Buyers, Big Bear Real Estate News, Big Bear Sellers, Real Estate Video
Tags: big bear real estate, big bear snow conditions, buying a home in big bear, home, inspections, termite

Can’t see embedded video? Click here. The quick answer is you don’t. At least not a complete inspection. If you are buying or selling a home in Big Bear during the winter months, it is best to address the issue of snow covered decks and inaccessible areas upfront, before the inspections are completed. Currently, we [...]

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- $180,000 - 42650 LA PLACIDA
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
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  Year built: 1997
- $275,000 - 43556 RIDGECREST
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,756 sq ft
  
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  Year built: 1969
- $134,900 - 960 D LANE
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
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  Lot size: 7,200 sqft
  
  Year built: 1988
- $735,000 - 41324 CONDOR
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  4 beds, 2.1 baths
  
  Home size: 3,074 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,900 sqft
  
  Year built: 1999
- $335,000 - 217 ELGIN
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.75 baths
  
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- $139,900 - 396 W CINDERELLA DR.
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 884 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1976
- $130,000 - 716 BOOTH
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 896 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,096 sqft
  
  Year built: 1977
- $120,000 - 208 GREENSPOT
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 840 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,697 sqft
  
  Year built: 1972
- $239,900 - 1009 MYRTLE
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,240 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 11,250 sqft
  
  Year built: 1940
- $158,100 - 1304 E BIG BEAR
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,304 sq ft
  
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  Year built: 1978
- $509,900 - 896 Clubview
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  3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
  
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  Lot size: 6,244 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $220,000 - 853 Menlo Drive
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 2 full baths
  
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  Lot size: 6,960 sqft
  
  Year built: 1964
- $119,900 - 913 WENDY
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- $120,000 - 208 Greenspot Boulevard
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- $158,100 - 1304 E Big Bear Blvd
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
  
  Home size: 1,304 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,556 sqft
  
  Year built: 1978
- $69,900 - 128 VISTA
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  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 930 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1982
- $229,900 - 43292 BOW CANYON
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,280 sq ft
  
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  Year built: 1958
- $119,900 - 913 Wendy Ave
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  Lot size: 5,040 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $339,000 - 42346 AVALON
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.5 baths
  
  Home size: 2,157 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,800 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $69,900 - 243 LOS ANGELES AVENUE
  SUGARLOAF
  
  1 bed, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 494 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,375 sqft
  
  Year built: 1981
- $509,900 - 896 CLUBVIEW
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 1.75 baths
  
  Home size: 2,136 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,244 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $425,000 - 1642 TUOLUMNE RD
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  5 beds, 3.0 baths
  
  Home size: 2,825 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 25,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 2004
- $100,300 - 949 ASH
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,040 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,050 sqft
  
  Year built: 1986
- $90,000 - 952 WILLOW
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,008 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,370 sqft
  
  Year built: 1980
- $69,000 - 435 W SHERWOOD
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 756 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1964
- $139,900 - 45913 SOUTH DR
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,558 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 2005
- $150,000 - 42792 CONIFER DRIVE
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 788 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 4,480 sqft
  
  Year built: 1962
- $424,900 - 500 PINEWOOD
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 4.0 baths
  
  Home size: 3,892 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 22,275 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $125,000 - 39918 ESTHER
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  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
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  Lot size: 9,600 sqft
  
  Year built: 1984
- $229,900 - 43292 Bow Canyon Road
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 2 full baths
  
  Home size: 1,280 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,800 sqft
  
  Year built: 1958
- $80,000 - 40215 BEVERLY
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 640 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 1932
- $74,900 - 485 TENNESSEE
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  1 bed, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 402 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 3,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 1961
- $349,900 - 280 PINTAIL
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  4 beds, 3.0 baths
  
  Home size: 2,173 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 16,895 sqft
  
  Year built: 2007
- $899,000 - 43438 RIDGECREST
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  4 beds, 3.5 baths
  
  Home size: 2,945 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 16,260 sqft
  
  Year built: 2005
- $114,500 - 2058 6TH
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.5 baths
  
  Home size: 720 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,130 sqft
  
  Year built: 1985
- $107,500 - 813 LARK
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 661 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,321 sqft
  
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- $379,000 - 41777 GARSTIN
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  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,950 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 8,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 1992
- $299,500 - 537 EDGEMOOR
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  3 beds, 1.75 baths
  
  Home size: 1,516 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1967
- $145,000 - 1091 GOLD MOUNTAIN
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,040 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,130 sqft
  
  Year built: 1972
- $81,800 - 526 W AEROPLANE
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 608 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1977
- $40,000 - 40671 Village Drive
  Big Bear
  
  4 beds, 4 full baths
  
  Year built: 2002
- $100,300 - 949 Ash Ln
  Big Bear
  
  2 beds, 1 full bath
  
  Home size: 1,040 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,050 sqft
  
  Year built: 1986
- $69,900 - 243 Los Angeles Ave
  Sugarloaf
  
  1 bed, 1 full bath
  
  Home size: 494 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,375 sqft
  
  Year built: 1981
- $339,000 - 42346 Avalon Road
  Big Bear
  
  4 beds, 3 full baths
  
  Home size: 2,157 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,800 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $424,900 - 500 Pinewood Ct
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 4 full baths
  
  Home size: 3,892 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 22,275 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $219,900 - 1231 RIDGE
  FAWNSKIN
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,104 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 10,200 sqft
  
  Year built: 1986
- $135,900 - 40123 HILLCREST
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 704 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 13,860 sqft
  
  Year built: 1959
- $145,000 - 540 MORENO
  SUGARLOAF
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 965 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 1977
- $735,000 - 41324 Condor Drive
  Big Bear
  
  4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
  
  Home size: 3,074 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,900 sqft
  
  Year built: 1999
- $81,800 - 526 W Aeroplane Blvd
  Big Bear
  
  2 beds, 1 full bath
  
  Home size: 608 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1977
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- $180,000 - 42650 LA PLACIDA
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,014 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1997
- $275,000 - 43556 RIDGECREST
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,756 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 11,280 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $134,900 - 960 D LANE
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 768 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,200 sqft
  
  Year built: 1988
- $735,000 - 41324 CONDOR
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  4 beds, 2.1 baths
  
  Home size: 3,074 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,900 sqft
  
  Year built: 1999
- $335,000 - 217 ELGIN
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.75 baths
  
  Home size: 2,366 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,950 sqft
  
  Year built: 1980
- $139,900 - 396 W CINDERELLA DR.
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 884 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1976
- $130,000 - 716 BOOTH
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 896 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,096 sqft
  
  Year built: 1977
- $120,000 - 208 GREENSPOT
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 840 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,697 sqft
  
  Year built: 1972
- $239,900 - 1009 MYRTLE
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,240 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 11,250 sqft
  
  Year built: 1940
- $158,100 - 1304 E BIG BEAR
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,304 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,556 sqft
  
  Year built: 1978
- $509,900 - 896 Clubview
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
  
  Home size: 2,136 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,244 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $220,000 - 853 Menlo Drive
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 2 full baths
  
  Home size: 1,320 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,960 sqft
  
  Year built: 1964
- $119,900 - 913 WENDY
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,064 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,040 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $120,000 - 208 Greenspot Boulevard
  Big Bear
  
  2 beds, 1 full bath
  
  Home size: 840 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,697 sqft
  
  Year built: 1972
- $158,100 - 1304 E Big Bear Blvd
  Big Bear
  
  3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
  
  Home size: 1,304 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 9,556 sqft
  
  Year built: 1978
- $69,900 - 128 VISTA
  SUGARLOAF
  
  2 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 930 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1982
- $229,900 - 43292 BOW CANYON
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,280 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,800 sqft
  
  Year built: 1958
- $119,900 - 913 Wendy Ave
  Big Bear
  
  2 beds, 1 full bath
  
  Home size: 1,064 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 5,040 sqft
  
  Year built: 1969
- $339,000 - 42346 AVALON
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 2.5 baths
  
  Home size: 2,157 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,800 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $69,900 - 243 LOS ANGELES AVENUE
  SUGARLOAF
  
  1 bed, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 494 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,375 sqft
  
  Year built: 1981
- $509,900 - 896 CLUBVIEW
  BIG BEAR LAKE
  
  3 beds, 1.75 baths
  
  Home size: 2,136 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 6,244 sqft
  
  Year built: 2002
- $425,000 - 1642 TUOLUMNE RD
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  5 beds, 3.0 baths
  
  Home size: 2,825 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 25,000 sqft
  
  Year built: 2004
- $100,300 - 949 ASH
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,040 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 7,050 sqft
  
  Year built: 1986
- $90,000 - 952 WILLOW
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  2 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 1,008 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,370 sqft
  
  Year built: 1980
- $69,000 - 435 W SHERWOOD
  BIG BEAR CITY
  
  3 beds, 1.0 baths
  
  Home size: 756 sq ft
  
  Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  
  Year built: 1964
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