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696 Menlo Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

$500K3bd · 3ba · 1,588 sqft
Lot 10,336 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•134d on market•MLS# IG-26131437

Property Description

Nestled on a generous, tree-lined lot of over 10,000 square feet, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom retreat perfectly captures the classic Big Bear lifestyle. The journey inside begins with a level entry from a huge parking pad that comfortably accommodates three to four cars, making arrivals seamless in any season. The oversized lot is wrapped in mature trees, providing that highly sought-after "cabin in the woods" privacy while keeping you just minutes away from world-class skiing, hiking trails, golf course and Moonridge Zoo. Fantastic views of both ski slopes and partial lakeviews in the distance. Inside, the 1,588-square-foot home boasts the perfect mountain floor plan, offering an exceptional foundation to bring your own design ideas to life. While the interior is ready for some cosmetic updating, the bones and layout are exactly what buyers look for in an alpine getaway. The open-concept living area is framed by peaceful territorial views and centers around a cozy fireplace, creating an incredibly inviting space to warm up and unwind after a day out on the slopes or the water. Step outside onto the newer upper deck, an ideal sanctuary for entertaining, BBQing, or simply soaking in the crisp mountain air and tall pines. For those looking to add even more value, the property features a large build-up area below the home ripe for future expansion, whether you want to create a game room, workshop, or extra living quarters. This is a rare opportunity to customize a classic mountain home with incredible upside, great parking, and a premium lot. Price to sell.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1984

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1984
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
0
Garage Spaces
0
Heating
Central
Cooling
None
View
Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Roof
Composition
City
Big Bear Lake
Zip Code
92315
County
San Bernardino
Listed byCOMPASS, GARY DOSS

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$2,527.77
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$399,920
Total Interest
$510,076
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$909,996
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

696 Menlo Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Big Bear Lake · Single Family Residence

$500K
Affordable Tier
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sqft
1,588
Lot
10,336 sqft
Year
1984
$/Sqft
$315
Pool: No✓
View: mountain✓

Listed 4.8% below the median closed sale of $525,000. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 129 days on market.

Price Position

Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.

At market
Subject listed at $500K· $315/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $525K
−$25K (−4.8%)
Active comps
vs active median $515K
−$15K (−2.9%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $360
−$45 (−12.6%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
676 Butte AvenueBig Bear City1979321,4789,100$358$529,00013886
1047 Butte AvenueBig Bear City2003331,4815,064$358$529,90016085
1263 MintonBig Bear Lake2005321,4287,500$350$499,888584
42944 MontereyBig Bear Lake1984221,2124,680$395$479,00018881
42795 CougarBig Bear Lake1952531,50810,201$341$514,9004880
Total: 5 · Average3.22.41,421.47,309$360.4$510,537.6107.8
Median1,478$514,900

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
788 Silver TipBig Bear Lake198110/14/2026331,7406,060$539,000$525,000$3020.9723093
1200 Minton DriveBig Bear City198003/31/2026321,6788,957$549,500$530,000$3160.9612887
617 Villa GroveBig Bear City200109/08/2026321,4447,200$615,000$570,000$3950.934185
42929 EncinoBig Bear Lake196207/30/2026321,5405,100$530,000$510,000$3310.964485
828 Tehama DriveBig Bear Lake196709/30/2026321,3049,060$459,000$445,000$3410.9720085
Total: 5 · Average3.02.21,541.27,275.4$516,000$516,000$337—128.6
Median1,540$525,000$525,000

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.