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$289,000
1 Day On Site

626 Elysian
Big Bear City, CA 92314

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
1
Bed
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
542
SqFt
$533
/SqFt
1929
Built
County:
San Bernardino
Listed by Michele Kersey of Vista Sotheby's International Realty [email protected]
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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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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$289,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
542 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.0574 Acres
Year Built 
1929
MLS® Number 
IG26224457
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing first seen on site
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.0574
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
Two
Number Of Stories 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Style 
Contemporary
Utilities 
Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas OvenGas RangeMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living Room
Flooring 
Laminate
Interior 
Beamed CeilingsBreakfast BarEat-in Kitchen
Laundry Features 
None
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
Bedroom 
Kitchen 
Loft 
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Wooded
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Composition
View 
NeighborhoodTrees/Woods
Waterview 
NeighborhoodTrees/Woods
Community Features
MLS Area 
BBC - Big Bear City
School District 
Bear Valley Unified
Building Access 
10
Roads 
Paved
Schools
School District
Bear Valley Unified
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown


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