42795 Cougar, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
42795 Cougar, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Property Description
SKIERS AND SNOWBOARDERS—LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome to this one-of-a-kind LOWER MOONRIDGE property on a DOUBLE LOT approximately 1/4 mile from the slopes and RIGHT BETWEEN SNOW SUMMIT AND BEAR MOUNTAIN, offering DIRECT SKI-RUN VIEWS! This distinctive 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath Craftsman/Victorian custom redwood-built home offers mountain scenery and outdoor living spaces. A NEWLY SANDED AND STAINED 45-FOOT REDWOOD DECK overlooks your private forest and secluded tree-lined walkway, while the HUGE REAR TREX DECK captures Snow Summit and Bear Mountain ski-run views. At night, enjoy Snow Summit lights and the New Year’s Eve torch parade from both decks. The newly remodeled home features BRAND-NEW SHAW CARPET, NEW INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINT, NEW APPLIANCES, including a new hot water heater, NEW ELECTROLUX WASHER AND DRYER, refrigerator and range, plus a NEWLY REMODELED BATHROOM. Additional features include a 1-CAR GARAGE plus a STUDIO APARTMENT AND LOFT WITH PRIVATE ENTRANCE. The property also includes PREVIOUSLY APPROVED PLANS FOR A 2-CAR GARAGE AND APARTMENT with SWEEPING SNOW SUMMIT SKI-RUN VIEWS. Buyer to verify current status of prior approvals, permits, plans, feasibility and specifications with appropriate agencies. Conveniently located near the zoo, golf course, Big Bear Lake, Rathbun Stream walking trail and bicycle paths, with pharmacies, grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. The EXTRA-LONG DRIVEWAY provides RV PARKING plus room for approximately six additional vehicles and may allow expansion in width, subject to buyer verification and applicable requirements. Ideal for additional space, a mountain getaway, full-time residence or investment opportunity, with POTENTIAL SHORT- OR LONG-TERM RENTAL use, subject to applicable laws, regulations, permits and buyer verification. Seller currently maintains a standard homeowners insurance policy and does not utilize the CA FAIR PLAN. In addition, Seller is not aware of existing or proposed data centers in the immediate vicinity as of the listing date. Experience PRIVACY, mountain surroundings, blue skies, cooler temperatures and four distinct seasons—all from this special Lower Moonridge setting between Snow Summit and Bear Mountain.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Big Bear Lake · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $525,000. Expect a longer timeline — comps averaged 136 days on market.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 696 Menlo Drive | Big Bear Lake | 1984 | 3 | 3 | 1,588 | 10,336 | $315 | $499,900 | 132 | 79 |
| 43095 Monterey Street | Big Bear | 1974 | 3 | 3 | 1,328 | 5,220 | $444 | $590,000 | 181 | 75 |
| 1047 Butte Avenue | Big Bear City | 2003 | 3 | 3 | 1,481 | 5,064 | $358 | $529,900 | 160 | 73 |
| 929 Mcalister | Big Bear City | 1988 | 3 | 2 | 1,618 | 8,918 | $355 | $575,000 | 5 | 73 |
| 526 Catalina Road | Big Bear Lake | 1993 | 3 | 3 | 1,297 | 13,409 | $385 | $499,990 | 414 | 71 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 2.8 | 1,462.4 | 8,589.4 | $371.4 | $538,958 | 178.4 | |||
| Median | 1,481 | $529,900 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 828 Tehama Drive | Big Bear Lake | 1967 | 09/30/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,304 | 9,060 | $459,000 | $445,000 | $341 | 0.97 | 200 | 81 |
| 42606 Avalon Road | Big Bear Lake | 1978 | 08/27/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,340 | 7,752 | $549,999 | $549,000 | $410 | 1.00 | 106 | 79 |
| 42929 Encino | Big Bear Lake | 1962 | 07/30/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,540 | 5,100 | $530,000 | $510,000 | $331 | 0.96 | 44 | 77 |
| 42736 Tannenbaum Platz | Big Bear Lake | 1985 | 10/23/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,095 | 8,400 | $565,000 | $555,000 | $265 | 0.98 | 100 | 76 |
| 788 Silver Tip | Big Bear Lake | 1981 | 10/14/2026 | 3 | 3 | 1,740 | 6,060 | $539,000 | $525,000 | $302 | 0.97 | 230 | 75 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 2.4 | 1,603.8 | 7,274.4 | $516,800 | $516,800 | $329.8 | — | 136 | ||||
| Median | 1,540 | $525,000 | $525,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.