Keller Williams College Park

626 Elysian

Big Bear City, CA 92314

$289,000 $533 / sqft Est. $1,461/mo

1
Beds
1
Baths
542
Sq Ft

Active 1 day on market

Listed By Michele KerseyDRE #01704841

Vista Sotheby's International Realty

714-469-6217

Natalia Escobar · Operating Principal

Your inquiry will go to Natalia Escobar, who is not the listing agent for this property.

Lot Size
2,500 sqft
Year Built
1929
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single-family home
Levels
Two
Stories
2
Garage Spaces
0
Pool
No
View
Yes
HOA
No
Days on Market
1 day
A Fairytale Cottage with Vintage Big Bear Charm & STR Income! Step into a little piece of Big Bear history at this enchanting 1920s-era cottage in the desirable Forest Springs area of Big Bear City! Featuring a distinctive native rock exterior and decorative vintage fascia, this one-of-a-kind 1-bedroom plus loft, 1-bath home looks like something straight out of a fairytale. Lovingly restored shiplap wood paneling, vaulted wood-beam ceilings, warm laminate flooring, and a native rock fireplace create a cozy, romantic, old-world ambiance with modern conveniences. Abundant windows fill the interior with natural light, while the upgraded bathroom features a newer shower, oil-rubbed bronze fixtures, and distinctive copper plumbing details. Upstairs, a charming loft bedroom with wood-plank walls and ceilings overlooks the inviting fireplace hearth below. Outside, a raised front deck offers the perfect spot for morning coffee, relaxing afternoons, and stargazing beneath Big Bear's mountain skies. The fenced backyard and existing storage shed provide additional utility and potential. With an existing short-term rental permit and rental income, this unique property offers an opportunity to enjoy your own mountain getaway while generating income. Competitively priced among comparable properties, this vintage gem is an appealing opportunity for buyers seeking character, affordability, and investment potential. Centrally located near the Alpine Zoo, Big Bear Lake, hiking trails, two ski resorts, golf, dining, and shopping, this petite mountain cottage puts Big Bear's year-round adventures within easy reach. A rare blend of history, charm, and mountain living

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Features

Interior Features

Interior
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Bedroom On Main Level
  • Loft
Appliances
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Fireplace
  • Living Room
Flooring
  • Laminate

Exterior Features

Lot
  • Street Level
  • Trees
View
  • Neighborhood
  • Trees Woods
Roof
  • Composition

Market insights

Computed from CRMLS data for Big Bear City.

Property history

No prior MLS sale records.

Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of October 16, 2026 at 10:01 PM PDT and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Any amount of compensation or commission stated is made only to participants of CRMLS or an MLS that has entered into a datashare agreement with CRMLS.

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