839 Mcalister
Big Bear City, CA, 92314
$535,000
MLS: IV26218625
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
2,436
Lot
0.32 ac
Year Built
1982
MLS #
IV26218625
Days on Market
8
Listed
Oct 7, 2026
Description
Great potential for the savvy investor or someone simply looking for a mountain retreat with versatile options. This home sits on a large 13,720 sqft lot, giving you plenty of parking for all the guests you wish to invite. Out front you'll be greeted by an enclosed sun room which leads you into a large living area with a fireplace and adjacent dining room. The kitchen features a wolf range, plenty of cabinet space for storage and built in refrigerator. There is 1 bathrom and laundry room downstairs for convinience. Upstairs is a versatile living space. The primary suite is HUGE with it's own fireplace, retreat area and private balcony. Adjacent to this room is the 2nd bedroom. Across the hall you'll find the 3rd bedroom, a bonus room that can easily function as a 4th bedroom, shared bathroom, and a large loft with kitchenette which can also be accessed by an exterior stairway. This set up can allow you to hack this home into 2 living quarters!! You can have a 2bed/1bath separate from the rest of the house. There is a 3 car garage with ev charger and paid off solar panels too! This is great for long or short term rental potential. Just a short distance from ski resorts and the lake.
Location
Big Bear City, San Bernardino County, CA 92314
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: RODRIGO FRANCO · RE/MAX TIME REALTY
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Payment estimate
$4,392
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $53,500 · Loan: $481,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.40% as of Oct 15, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $3,334
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $557
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $201
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 15, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.40%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.71%
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 City home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $18,725 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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