40138 Hillcrest Drive
Big Bear, CA, 92315
$619,000
Original list price: $650,000
MLS: 219144864DA
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,320
Lot
0.19 ac
Year Built
1984
MLS #
219144864DA
Days on Market
161
Listed
Mar 16, 2026
Description
Escape to the pines! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath mountain retreat perfectly balances rustic character with modern updates. Located just a stone's throw from The Village, Big Bear Lake, and National Forest trailheads, the location is unbeatable for year-round adventure. The interior features an open-concept living space anchored by a classic stone fireplace and an updated kitchen with sleek countertops and bar seating. The real showstopper is the expansive, fenced backyard--a quite oasis featuring a multi-level deck, string lighting, a fire pit, and a horseshoe pit. The converted garage serves as a massive game room with a bar, pool table, and foosball, offering the ultimate entertainment space. Complete with a three-car driveway (RV/Boat parking included!) and a charming front porch swing, this cabin isthe quintessential Big Bear getaway.
Location
Big Bear, San Bernardino County, CA 92315
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Israel Barden · Re/Max Area Experts
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Payment estimate
$4,753
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $61,900 · Loan: $557,100
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.65% as of Aug 20, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $3,576
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $645
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $232
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 20, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.65%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.95%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Big Bear home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $21,665 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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