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$459,000 -$10,000 (-2.13%) Price Reduced

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 912 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 5 days ago
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Welcome to your ideal Big Bear cabin retreat-where mountain charm, modern convenience, and unbeatable location come together. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a spacious 7,620 sq ft lot and offers that classic cabin feel buyers are looking for, complete with a cozy brick fireplace-perfect for snowy evenings and year-round ambiance. Step outside to a fully fenced, flat backyard designed for both relaxation and play. There's plenty of room for pets, kids, and entertaining, plus an additional storage shed for all your mountain gear. The property also features ample parking for multiple vehicles-an absolute must for hosting guests or accommodating short-term rental stays with ease. Thoughtful upgrades include an updated electrical panel and an electric vehicle charger, blending rustic charm with modern-day functionality. Ideally located within walking distance to the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, Rathbun Creek Trail, shuttle parking for the ski slopes, and the lively Moonridge Corridor filled with shops and restaurants-this home puts you right in the center of everything Big Bear has to offer. Currently set up as a successful short-term rental, this property presents a fantastic opportunity as a primary residence, weekend escape, or income-producing investment.

Full Property Details for 42697 Cougar

General

  • Price: $459,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: IG26082595
  • Updated: 8/31/2026
  • Days on Market: 143 days
  • Added to Site: 143 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, In Kitchen
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Oven

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Closet

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Deck

Parking

  • Parking: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Off-Street, Paved, Asphalt

Location

  • County: San Bernardino
  • Driving Directions: Elm to Cougar

School Information

  • School District: Bear Valley Unified

Community

  • Community Features: Watersports, Biking, Hiking, Fishing, Mountainous, Lake

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 912
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Year Built Source: Public Records

Lot Features

  • Property View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1749
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,620
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Description: Sloped Down
  • Fencing (Description): Chain Link

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $503.29

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by Re/Max Big Bear, SARAH BENSON

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  • SARAH BENSON

    Re/Max Big Bear

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Schools serving 42697 Cougar

School District:Bear Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
North Shore Elementary School
765 N. Stanfield Cutoff, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
K-51.6 mi
Big Bear Middle School
41275 Big Bear Boulevard, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
6-81.7 mi
Big Bear High School
351 Maple Ln., Big Bear, CA 92314
9-122.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 42697 Cougar Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Price Reduced
$459,000
-2.13%
MLS
7/10/2026
Price Reduced
$469,000
-2.09%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$479,000
-0.21%
MLS
2/22/2021
Sold
$480,000
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Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Tax History for 42697 Cougar

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,500
—
$489,000
—
2025
$6,500
-1%
$489,005
-4%
2024
$6,596
3%
$509,380
2%
2023
$6,415
4%
$499,392
2%
2022
$6,177
59%
$489,600
76%
2021
$3,881
-1%
$277,512
1%
2020
$3,920
2%
$274,666
2%
2019
$3,828
3%
$269,280
2%
2018
$3,702
12%
$264,000
14%
2017
$3,314
3%
$231,540
3%
2016
$3,226
2%
$225,500
2%
2015
$3,177
20%
$220,000
23%
2014
$2,652
7%
$178,800
10%
2013
$2,474
—
$162,500
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