Big Bear City Homes under $600,000

Welcome to Big Bear City, California – a hidden gem nestled in the stunning San Bernardino Mountains. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, this charming mountain community offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and cozy living. Whether you’re an avid skier, a hiking enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the tranquility of nature, Big Bear City has something for everyone.

The city boasts a rich history, with roots dating back to the gold rush era. Today, it is a vibrant community that thrives on its picturesque landscapes and year-round recreational opportunities. Imagine waking up to crisp mountain air, surrounded by towering pines and serene lake views. With Big Bear Lake just a stone's throw away, residents enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming in the summer, while winter transforms the area into a snowy wonderland perfect for skiing and snowboarding.

For those seeking a home in this idyllic setting, Big Bear City offers an array of charming properties, with many available for under $600,000. From cozy cabins to modern mountain retreats, you can find a variety of options that cater to different tastes and lifestyles. These affordable homes provide the perfect opportunity for families, retirees, or anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

With a welcoming community, stunning landscapes, and a plethora of outdoor activities, Big Bear City is more than just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle. Discover your dream home in this enchanting mountain paradise today!

Newest Big Bear City Homes under $600,000

$249,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SB26215353 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Are you looking for an affordable true Mountain Getaway with character, views and room to make it your own? Welcome to 421 Adams Drive, tucked among the pines in Big Bear City. With classic Big Bear mountain charm surrounded by towering pines, offering 1096 sq ft of living space, 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms is ready for it's new owner. The warm interior captures the cabin feel with exposed wood beams, knotty-pine accents, wood ceilings and a brick fireplace that creates a cozy gathering space for those crisp mountain evenings. The open living and kitchen area offers plenty of room to relax and entertain, with a breakfast bar providing additional seating. Multiple windows bring in natural light while framing the surrounding trees and mountain setting. Outdoor living is a highlight, with multiple decks providing spaces to enjoy your morning coffee, dine outdoors or simply take in the fresh mountain air. Additional features include covered parking/carport, multiple fenced portions of the property, indoor laundry conveniently incorporated into one of the bathrooms, and ample outdoor storage. Situated on an approximately 5,043-square-foot lot, the home offers the opportunity to enjoy the mountain lifestyle while adding your own personal touches.

421 Adams, Big Bear City

$399,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26214918 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This is a Mountain Charmer in delightful Big Bear City. This special home offers wonderful interior space including 3 great bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms – one on each level. The spacious kitchen has a gas range with hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, ample counter space, loads of cabinets and drawers, and lots of room for everyone to gather around the table to share stories of the day’s adventures. The large living room has a welcoming feel with a brick fireplace where you can cozy up by the hearth or display seasonal or special treasures on the wood mantle. Adding to the charm are the wood beamed ceiling and the sliding glass door that leads to the backyard deck where you can soak up rays, read, or dine al-fresco. The bedrooms are each well sized and offer the warmth and comfort of carpet, roomy mirrored closets, as well as overhead lighting. Other features making this home extra special are the wood beamed ceilings, the two roomy coat and utility closets – one upstairs and one downstairs, the indoor laundry area with washer and dryer included, the delightful “hidden” storage cabinets behind the door in two of the bedrooms, an attached garage, a covered front porch, a large level lot with street level driveway, and a side space off of the driveway that offers the possibility of additional parking. This charming home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying the adventures that Big Bear City has to offer.

833 Angeles, Big Bear City

$525,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ IG26212054 MLS ⋅ Coming Soon Status

Exceptional value for the square footage! This spacious 3-bedroom mountain retreat in the heart of Big Bear City offers plenty of room to spread out and enjoy mountain living. Whether you’re searching for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or vacation rental opportunity, this well-appointed home offers comfort, versatility, and a peaceful setting close to year-round recreation and local amenities. Step inside to a bright, open-concept living area anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace—perfect for gathering after a day on the slopes or relaxing on a snowy mountain evening. The updated kitchen features modern finishes and flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, creating an inviting space for entertaining family and friends. Outside, the expansive deck provides plenty of room for barbecues, gatherings, or simply unwinding beneath the pines and enjoying the fresh mountain air. Generously sized bedrooms, a spacious garage with excellent parking and storage, and a stylish, move-in-ready interior complete the package. Space, comfort, and mountain charm at an exceptional value—come experience all that Big Bear living has to offer!

1310 Malabar Way, Big Bear City

$299,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ IG26212052 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Darling, turnkey, and ready to welcome you home! Set on a corner lot, this two-bedroom, one-bath property has a newly remodeled kitchen and bathroom, new floors, new windows, and a new roof. Gather around the wood-burning fireplace after a day out, and enjoy the convenience of a separate laundry room. With charm and so many updates already in place, this is one you won’t want to miss!

753 Elysian, Big Bear City

$580,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ IG26210124 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Stylish, completely updated for comfortable mountain living, this inviting 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features a bright, open floor plan, vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed wood beams, and an abundance of natural light. The all-new kitchen is beautifully appointed with new cabinetry, appliances, granite countertops, and a large center island—perfect for gathering with family and friends. Enjoy the open kitchen and living area, where a corner wood-burning stove adds warmth and mountain charm. One bedroom with a private ensuite bathroom is conveniently located on the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms, including a generous primary suite with an ensuite bathroom with two closets, plus another full bathroom. Outside, enjoy a spacious, manicured, low maintenance fenced yard and large deck with gazabo, ideal for entertaining or relaxing in the fresh mountain air. A two-car garage with laundry, ample exterior parking, and room for a boat or RV complete this wonderful property. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this light and bright mountain home is ready to enjoy!

357 Downey Drive, Big Bear City

$399,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26210091 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Charming A-Frame with Space & a Detached 2-Car Garage! This inviting A-frame offers classic mountain character with plenty of space to enjoy. Featuring a comfortable layout, cozy fireplace, and brand-new carpet, this home is fresh and ready for its next chapter. Set on a generous lot, step outside to a paved back patio, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the crisp mountain air. The property also features a detached 2-car garage, offering excellent parking, storage, and flexibility for mountain toys. With its A-frame charm, usable outdoor space, and great garage setup, this is a Big Bear getaway worth seeing. Don’t let it get away!

2110 7th Lane, Big Bear City

$425,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26205884 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Two Wonderfully Reimagined Cabins in Big Bear. This pair of adorable cabins has been professionally remodeled with the thoughtful efficiency of well-designed tiny homes. Every inch has been considered, with all-new kitchen cabinets and appliances, newly tiled showers and vinyl plank flooring, updated plumbing, tankless water heaters, and mini-split heating and AC in each unit. Outside, the two homes share a beautifully landscaped setting connected by an asphalt path, including a dry sauna and cold plunge pool tucked between the buildings. Each building has its own generous parking area and storage shed, and both feature new composite decking backed by a 20 year warranty. The partially fenced yard includes a horseshoe pit, and fall colors arrive courtesy of vibrant Virginia creepers adorning the fence. Landscape lighting runs on a timer for effortless ambiance, and while a shared water meter serves both cabins, electric and gas are separately metered. Cabin 901 features hickory cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, up/down shades, a curved screen TV, and an electric fireplace-style heater. Cabin 903 offers a remodeled kitchen with soft-close doors and drawers, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a washer/dryer combo, exposed ceiling beams, and a newly built sleeping loft. Too many upgrades to list! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own two turnkey mountain retreats ready to live in, rent for income, or share with family and friends.

903 W Rainbow Boulevard, Big Bear City

$499,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26209652 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in Whispering Forest, this three-bedroom, two-bath home offers a comfortable place to enjoy Big Bear. Beamed ceilings and a brick fireplace bring mountain character to the living room, while the spacious kitchen has room for everyday dining. Outside, the fenced backyard offers space to relax or entertain, and the detached two-car garage adds useful parking and storage. Would make for an excellent primary, secondary or vacation rental in the Big Bear area.

1009 White Mountain, Big Bear City

$435,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26208538 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to this beautiful and spacious home in one of Big Bear City's most desired neighborhoods, Forest Springs. This inviting home provides a peaceful setting surrounded by the towering pines and fresh mountain air Big Bear is known for. The spacious interior offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for relaxing after a day of outdoor adventure. Large windows bring in abundant natural light while creating a strong connection to the scenic surroundings and views of Gold Mountain from the back. The property’s convenient location puts you within easy reach of Big Bear’s popular hiking, skiing, dining, shopping, and recreation. Whether you're looking for a full-time mountain residence, weekend getaway, or vacation property, this home offers excellent versatility. Enjoy crisp mornings, cozy evenings, and year-round access to everything the Big Bear lifestyle has to offer. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this your own mountain escape in beautiful Big Bear City.

417 E Mountain View, Big Bear City

$558,888

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ IV26206768 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Escape to the mountains and experience the four-season lifestyle of Big Bear! Welcome to 257 Turlock Drive, a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath mountain retreat offering approximately 1,736 sq. ft. of living space on a generous 9,141 sq. ft. lot. Designed for both personal enjoyment and entertaining guests, the home features soaring vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan, wood-style flooring, and a warm wood-burning fireplace that creates the perfect setting after a day on the slopes. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a center island, and plenty of space to gather. A main-level primary suite adds convenience, while additional bedrooms and a loft provide flexible accommodations for family and guests. Outside, enjoy a peaceful backyard surrounded by towering pines, custom pavers, mountain and tree views, RV parking with hookups, a circular driveway, and an oversized two-car garage. Whether you're searching for a personal vacation home or exploring the potential for a short-term vacation rental, Big Bear's year-round appeal makes this property especially compelling. Visitors come throughout the seasons for skiing and snowboarding at Bear Mountain and Snow Summit, boating and fishing on Big Bear Lake, hiking and mountain biking throughout the San Bernardino National Forest, and shopping, restaurants, nightlife, and seasonal events in The Village. Big Bear is promoted as a four-season mountain destination, helping create recreational appeal well beyond the winter months. From snowy winter weekends to summer lake trips, fall escapes, and peaceful mountain retreats, 257 Turlock Drive offers the space, setting, and versatility buyers look for in a Big Bear getaway. Use as your own private mountain escape while exploring its vacation-rental possibilities.

257 Turlock Drive, Big Bear City

$299,900

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ IG26204564 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Investor opportunity! Storybook cottage located on 3 separate lots! Check out this darling cabin's interior and enjoy a vintage cabin with true old Big Bear charm. Gorgeous fireplace and huge living room greet you when you enter. Lovely wood inside this cabin with soaring cathedral ceiling. Just picture yourself sitting by the fire on a snowy night with your mug of hot chocolate! Home has a metal roof and storage shed. Plumbing upgrades include a brand-new water heater, stop and waste, toilet, fixtures and supply lines. Upstairs is one bedroom and a large loft area for extra sleeping. Make this cabin your own sweet retreat with endless possibilities for further improvements. One of the separate parcels is a 5002 square foot lot. There is so much space to add on, or just enjoy your own enchanted forest with this amazing fully fenced property.

830 E Mountain View, Big Bear City

$369,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IG26201750 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Peace & serenity are spoken here, in a quiet enclave where the magnificent National Forest becomes your 4-season playground, about a 5-minute walk, ride or roll from home. Head out with the dog, hike or bike beneath the pines, explore the trails or simply lose yourself in the scents & sounds of nature. It’s mountain living with a little more breathing room, without the hustle & traffic, yet Snow Summit, shopping & restaurants are about 10–12 minutes away. The 6,800 sq ft fully fenced lot has a story of its own, with fresh eggs from the owners’ well-loved chickens joining flowers, herbs & vegetables grown in the homes raised garden beds, creating a beautiful garden-to-table experience. The welcoming entry deck, an additional seating area & expansive upper deck off the Great Room deliver lovely outdoor living & entertaining options. This home’s 1,200 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath reverse floor plan places the spacious Great Room & dramatic wood-burning fireplace upstairs as an impressive focal point. Soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, skylight & warm wood walls deliver the architectural details that give this room its distinctive mountain character. Southern/southwestern exposure brings in wonderful natural light, while remarkable fossilized eucalyptus flooring adds natural beauty along with high durability & scratch resistance. The wall of glass offers a wonderful vantage point to watch the snow fall & seasons change, with glimpses of the mountains through the trees. Open to the Great Room, the kitchen & dining area share the natural light & easy flow, while the home’s open-concept design & distinctive architectural details offer exciting possibilities to make it your own. The expansive upper deck extends the living & entertaining space outdoors. Three spacious bedrooms, each with a large closet, include one currently used as a fantastic home office. High ceilings, beautiful beams & tongue-and-groove details bring wonderful dimension & continue the home’s mountain charm. The full bath includes a great linen closet, complemented by a convenient half bath upstairs, while a separate laundry room adds everyday function. Boat & RV parking with an RV cleanout add flexibility, while additional space may offer possibilities to expand or add a garage. An aviary structure & powered shed add extra storage, and a roof replaced in 2019 is peace-of-mind for the years ahead. Mountain charm, the National Forest as your playground & room to dream—it’s all here!

1971 Fern, Big Bear City

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