BANK OWNED HOME FOR UNDER $75,000

This home is only $73,600 sold "AS IS".  Great value for this 3bed/2bath  fully fenced yard with a detached 2 car garage.  You can't beat this price!!!  Located in Big Bear City, close to town, ski slopes and lake.  Call today!!!  This one wont last!  

Today was the third winter storm that hit the San Bernardino mountains this season.  Snow levels dropped to 3,000 feet as we've had more than 2 feet of fresh powder.   Snow Summit and Bear Mountain welcome the snow along with many skiers and snowborders!!   Click here for a current snow report from Snow Summit's website. 

R-2 restrictions are in effect, meaning all vehicles must have chains except those with four-wheel-drive and snow tires on all four wheels.  Be sure to check the updated road information here before driving up the mountain. 

I never thought I would see cabins under $100,000 in Big Bear again, but with all of the bank owned opportunities these days Big Bear has become very affordable. 

ASKING ONLY $72,900 -  MAIN HOME IS A 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH AND LAUNDRY ROOM. GUEST HOUSE IS AN ADDITIONAL APPROX. 400 SQ. FT. NOT PERMITTED WITH KITCHEN AND BATH JUST REDUCED!!!!!Listing Courtesy of Century 21.

ASKING ONLY $89,900 - GREAT BIG BEAR STARTER HOME! 2 BEDROOM/1 BATH GREAT.  Listing Courtesy of ERA. 

ASKING $91,900....QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD.   2 BEDROOM 2 BATH GAMBREL HAS LOTS OF CURB APPEAL.  INSIDE COULD USE A LITTLE TLC.  SO MUCH POTENTIAL HERE!  GREAT STARTER HOME OR VACATION HOME.  CHECK OUT THAT PRICE!  CAN'T BEAT THIS DEAL! Courtesy of Keller Williams

ASKING $99,900... THIS HOUSE OFFERS 2BED/1BATH 2 CAR GARAGE. LOCATED IN BIG BEAR CITY. Listing Courtesy of EXIT Realty.

ASKING ONLY $47,500....This home is a 2bed/1bath located in Big Bear Lake, in need of work.  Land Value only.  Courtesy of ERA.

ASKING $74.900...THIS 2BED/1BATH HOME OFFERS OPEN KITCHEN INTO LIVING ROOM GIVES CABIN A LARGER FEEL. PLENTY OF OFF STREET PARKING. NEEDS A LITTLE TLC, BUT COULD BE NICE MOUNTAIN GETAWAY. NICE SETTING OFF BACK DECK. Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker.

ASKING $89,900...  THIS 2BED/1BATH CABIN WITH LEVEL ENTRY INTO PARKING AND HOME. FENCED YARD. ENTER INTO MUD ROOM TO REMOVE YOUR SNOW CLOTHING AND ENTER INTO LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE WITH STOVE INSERT. KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST BAR AND A DOOR LEADING INTO LAUNDRY AREA. BOTH BEDROOMS ARE UPSTAIRS. Listing Courtesy of Prudential California Realty

ASKING $95,000...CUTE CABIN ON A LARGE FULLY FENCED LOT! INSIDE NEEDS SOME TLC, BUT WITH A LARGE LOT YOU WOULD HAVE PLENTY OF ROOM TO ADD ON! STORAGE SHED IN BACK. GREAT BUY FOR THE MONEY.Listing Courtesy of Re/Max

ASKING ONLY $95,000...COZY LOG SIDED CABIN IN TREED SUGARLOAF SETTING. RECENTLY UPDATED INTERIOR W/NEWER KIT., BATH, WOOD LAMINATE FLOORING & CARPET. VAULTED WOOD CEILINGS. UPDATED DUAL PANE WINDOWS. SMALL SLEEPING LOFT AREA, MAY OR MAY NOT BE TO CODE. SIDE DECK & PRIVATE BACK DECK. Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker

 REO (BANK OWNED) PROPERTIES FOR SALE IN BIG BEAR!

501 COUNTRY CLUB BIG BEAR CITY CALIFORNIA

LOCATED ON A 9240 SQUARE FOOT CORNER LOT, FULLY FENCED IN QUIET FOREST SPRINGS.  PLENTY OF ROOM FOR PARKING.  THIS HOME HAS BEEN WELL CARED FOR AND IS IN EXCELLENT SHAPE.  3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, GREAT ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, OPEN KITCHEN W/WOOD FLOORING. WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS. MASTER BDRM WITH SLIDING DOORS AND MASTER BATH. ALARM SYSTEM. SPACIOUS DECK WITH SPA. CURRENTLY LISTED WITH JANET STEVENS MOORE OF ERA BRUIN TROJAN FOR $302,047.  FREDDIE MAC BANK OWNED.  THIS WILL SELL FAST!!!

41585 STONEBRIDGE ROAD BIG BEAR LAKE CALIFORNIA

2005 CUSTOM EAGLE POINT ESTATES LOG STYLE HOME WITH BOAT DOCK IN PRIVATE MARINA. 4 BEDROOMS AND 4 1/2 BATHROOMS.  OPEN AND AIRY. FENCED AND LANDSCAPED. DOUBLE MASTERS WITH DECK ACCESS. JET TUB IN MASTER BATH. GRANITE COUNTERS, EXOTIC WOOD FLOORS, HIGH END FIXTURES. SITTING ROOM AT MATER BEDROOM. LOTS OF WINDOWS. FLOOR TO CEILING FIREPLACE IN GREAT ROOM. STORY BOOK COMMUNITY SETTING.  CURRENTLY LISTED WITH SCOTT SHIDLER OF SHIDLER DEVELOPMENT, INC FOR $859,900. 

43434 BOW CANYON BIG BEAR LAKE (MOONRIDGE) CALIFORNIA

FULL LOG HOME IN SERENE MOONRIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD YET CLOSE TO BEAR MOUNTAIN SKI SLOPES. TASTEFULLY DECORATED WITH MOUNTAIN DECOR GIVES THE CABIN A TRUE MOUNTAIN CHARM.  OPEN FLOOR PLAN, HIGH CATHEDRAL CEILINGS GIVES THE HOME A LIGHT AIRY FEEL. LARGE BACKYARD GREAT FOR FAMILY GATHERINGS. EXPANSIVE WRAP AROUND DECKS ALL AROUND.  THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE BANK OWNED PROPERTY.  CURRENTLY LISTED WITH SCOTT SHIDLER OF SHIDLER DEVELOPMENT, INC...PRICE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED.  THE LAST BANK OWNED PROPERTY SIMULAR IN CONSTRUCTION LIKE THIS WAS LISTED FOR $431,000! 

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A MOUNTAIN CABIN IN BIG BEAR, CONTACT ME SO I CAN HELP YOU FIND THE BEST POSSIBLE DEAL!  I WANT TO SAVE YOU TIME AND MONEY AND NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO BUY!

So you are looking for a log style cabin and you're not sure what type of construction fits your needs...a full log home or a half log construction?  I've put together the pros and cons of full log home ownership versus the half log construction (log sided construction). 

Half Log Construction:

One of the greatest advantages to choosing a half log construction is the opportunity for a variety of interior finishes.  You can choose which walls you want drywall and which walls you want to put wood in.  Usually half log constructions are lighter and brighter.  They offer less maintenance...no settlement issues found in full log homes so that means no slip joints or screw jacks.  This might all sound like contractor mumbo jumbo, but it is something you'll find out during your discovery period. 

Ease of construction is another big factor.  With half log constructions, plumbing fixtures and electrical wires are installed the same way as a conventional home.  No drilling holes into the middle of logs, and its much less labor intensive. For log home purists, half log constructions lack the true authentic look of a mountain cabin.  Yes, your cost of construction is much less but some feel like a true mountain cabin doens't feel rustic unless you have full logs surrounding you. 

Full Log Construction:

Full log homes have a super warm feeling.  Nothing says rustic design like a full log home.  The aesthetic appeal and charm is second to none.  They are typically soundproof and very solid as far as strength. 

As far as drawbacks, everyone I talk to seems to have concerns regarding the maintenance and contraction/expansion of the the logs.  Yes, wood tends to swell and contract leaving air leaks and gaps.  And I've also know homeowners who have needed to adjust their doors because of settling. All of this is the cost of log home ownership and should be weighed when considering full log ownership. 

If you are in the market for a log home, please contact Donna Wochner so she can help you find your perfect mountain retreat. 

43025 MONTEREY, BIG BEAR LAKE 92315

BRAND NEW LOG STYLE GOING UP IN MOONRIDGE. SKI SLOPE VIEWS, LEVEL PARKING & ACCESS TO MAIN FLOOR. 2 STORY W/MAIN FLOOR ON TOP LEVEL. STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES.  WOOD FLOORS IN KITCHEN & ALL BATHS, SLATE FOR SHOWERS. GRANITE COUNTERTOPS IN KITCHEN & BATHS. OIL BRUSHED BRONZE HARDWARE. T&G CEILING, LOG TRIM THRUOUT.  SOLD BY GILLIGAN LOG HOMES. 

CLOSED ESCROW 5/22/2008 FOR $425,000. 

1057 HERITAGE TRAIL, BIG BEAR CITY 92314

TRULY ONE OF A KIND CUSTOM FULL LOG HOME BUILT BY TED KNIGHT. CATHEDRAL CEILINGS WITH LOG AND WOOD ACCENTS, COUNTRY KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST NOOK, MAGNIFICENT REAL ROCK FIREPLACE. OVER AN ACRE OF LAND BACKING TO SEASONAL STREAM AND PRIVATE SETTING. GREAT MOUNTAIN FEEL.  SITUATED IN PRESTIGIOUS MEADOWBROOK ESTATES, THIS HOME WAS THE HIGHEST SALE EVER IN THE SUBDIVISION. 

CLOSED ESCROW ON 6/24/2008 FOR $1,550,000

1878 SHADY LANE, BIG BEAR CITY 92314

NEWER FULL LOG HOME IN MEADOWBROOK ESTATES BACKING TO NATIONAL FOREST. INCREDIBLY DESIGNED LOG STYLE TRUSS SYSTEM AND HIGH VAULTED CEILINGS, GRANITE SLAB COUNTERS, SLATE & WOOD, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND HUGE ROCK FIREPLACE. ADDITIONAL 4TH BED AND 3RD BATH IS SEPARATE GUEST QUARTERS OVER DETACHED GARAGE.  SPECTACULAR LANDSCAPING W/DISAPPEARING POND AND 4 STALL BARN. 

CLOSED ESCROW 5/23/2008 FOR $1,100,000

42741 GOLD RUSH, BIG BEAR LAKE 92315 

LOVELY BRAND-NEW SINGLE STORY, LOG STYLE HOME ON A LARGE LOT IN FOX FARM.  IT OFFERS 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHROOMS, 2 FIREPLACES, SEPARATE LAUNDRY ROOM & LARGE PANTRY.  IT HAS GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, KNOTTY PINE CABINETS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, SLATE FLOORING & MUCH MORE.  CLOSE TO LAKE, SHOPPING CENTERS & SKI SLOPES. 

CLOSED ESCROW ON 8/15/2008 FOR $640,000

1362 BALSAM, BIG BEAR LAKE 92315

LOCATION LOCATION FOR THIS BANK OWNED PROPERTY IN MOONRIDGE! FANTASTIC SKI SLOPE VIEWS IS WHAT YOUR CLIENT WILL GET FROM THIS HOME. SLIDER OFF LIVING ROOM HAS GREAT VIEWS! STONE FIREPLACE IN LIVING ROOM. OPEN FLOOR PLAN; MANY WINDOWS EQUAL MANY GREAT VIEWS! DOWNSTAIRS FEATURES ANOTHER BEDROOM, BATHROOM, FAMILY ROOM/GAME RM W/DRY SINK. NOT INCLUDED IN SQ. FT. SEPERATE LAUNDRY ROOM, LARGE LOT. 

CLOSED ESCROW ON 6/9/2008 FOR $382,500

40332 CLIFF LANE, BIG BEAR LAKE 92315 

STELLAR PRICE FOR THIS CUSTOM LAKE-VIEW RETREAT! TOTALLY TURN-KEY WITH FANTASTIC VAC. RENTAL HISTORY AVAILABLE IN LIST OFFICE! OVER 33K IN ANNUAL VACATION RENTAL INCOME- OVER 100 NIGHTS RENTED! DETAILED WOODWORK, GRANITE, UPGRADED APPLIANCES, BRAND NEW SPA ON UPPER DECK! HUGE DETACHED GARAGE WITH LOTS OF STORAGE, SURROUND SOUND ENTERTAINMENT CENTER. CLOSE TO LAKE AND VILLAGE.

CLOSED ESCROW ON 6/29/2008 FOR $427,500.  PREVIOUSLY SOLD IN 2005 FOR $490,000. 

IF YOU ARE IN THE MARKET FOR A LOG STYLE HOME, LET ME HELP YOU WITH YOUR SEARCH.  CLICK HERE AND LET ME HELP YOU WITH YOUR MOUNTAIN HOME SEARCH!

QUALITY CUSTOM LAKEFRONT HOME WITH OUTSTANDING LAKE AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS. OPEN GREAT ROOM WITH 10 TO 12 FOOT CEILINGS. MAIN HOME OFFERS 3 BEDROOMS AND 3.5 BATHROOMS, 2 CAR GARAGE. SEPARATE CASITA/GUEST HOUSE OFFERS 1 BEDROOM & 1 BATH WITH 2 CAR GARAGE. SPACIOUS MASTER SUITE OFFERS ROCK FIREPLACE, JETTED TUB, SHOWER AND WALK IN CLOSET. JUNIOR GUEST SUITE. COMPLETED IN DECEMBER OF 2007 WITH MANY UPGRADES.  CURRENTLY LISTED WITH GILLIGAN LOG HOMES FOR $1,999,000.  FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS HOME, OR IF YOU WOULD LIKE A LIST OF LAKEFRONT HOMES CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET IN BIG BEAR CONTACT DONNA WOCHNER.  

SPACIOUS GILLIGAN BUILT LOG HOME. SITS ON A LARGE LARGE LOT...A PARK-LIKE SETTING ON ALMOST AN ACRE! 2 MASTER SUITES, GAME ROOM OR DEN, DINING INSIDE OR OUTSIDE & BEAUTIFUL LOG BREAKFAST BAR. SPA, RIVER ROCK FIREPLACE, LOTS OF LOG ACCENTS. A TRUE MOUNTAIN CABIN IN A VERY DESIRABLE FOX FARM NEIGHBORHOOD. FURNISHINGS NEGOTIABLE.  CURRENTLY LISTED WITH GILLIGAN LOG HOMES AND REAL ESTATE FOR $949,900.  FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS HOME OR OTHER HOMES IN THE FOX FARM AREA CONTACT DONNA WOCHNER. 

HUGE LOG STYLE MOONRIDGE HOME, LARGE ENOUGH FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AND THEN SOME! DOWNSTAIRS FAMILY ROOM WITH POOL TABLE, 2 BEDROOMS, WET BAR AND ACCESS TO THE LARGE DECK WITH 10 PERSON SPA! LOTS OF RIVER ROCK, FEELING OF SECLUSION AT THIS HOME!  CURRENTLY LISTED WITH GILLIGAN LOG HOMES AND REAL ESTATE FOR $595,000.  FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS HOME, OR ANYTHING SIMILAR CONTACT DONNA WOCHNER.  I CAN HELP YOU WITH YOUR MOUNTAIN HOME SEARCH!

Everyone is looking for a deal these days so below is information regarding upcoming auctions for property in the Big Bear Valley.  Auctions aren't always the best deal in town.  Sellers that have a lot of equity in their home sometimes price their home more aggressively and we have bank owned properties that are often better deals than what you find at auctions.  If you are in the market for a good deal, contact me first.  I can email you a list of properties regardless of who's selling it. 

If you plan on going to an auction exercise the following advise:

• Do your research and have a good understanding of what needs to be fixed prior to making a bid.  Most properties sold at the auction are sold "as is" with no warranties.  Knowing what's sold in the area and what your return on your investment is critical in knowing you got a good deal. 
• Make sure you know the terms and conditions of the auction.  Did you know its typical for a successful bidder to pay a buyers premium of 5-10% of the purchase price?  So if you bought a property for $200,000 expect to pay a commission or "buyers premium" of $10,000 to $20,000 on top of the original $200,000 purchase price. 
• Don't get carried away with all the hoopla at the auction.  Once you've hit your price limit, walk away and move on.  You don't want to get over-emotional about a purchase if you are expecting to get a good deal.  There will be other opportunites. 

The Real Estate Disposition Company (www.ushomeauction.com) has been one of the nations most prominent and successful auction marketing companies since 1990.  Here's three properties being sold on August 24th. 

726 Maltby, Big Bear City, CA 92314

1310 Malabar, Big Bear City, CA 92314

 431 W North Shore, Big Bear City, CA 92314

The Pacific Auction Exchange (www.epaxonline.com) is another real estate auction company with the distinction of doing all of their auctions online.  This is nice because you don't have to sit in a big warehouse building with hundreds of other people waiting for a particular property to come up.  You do everything electronicly.  They have one property listed for sale right now. 

219 E Country Club, Big Bear City, CA 92314

If you are looking for commercial property in the Big Bear area, the old "Hot Spot" is going to public auction Aug. 9th at NOON at the property (41011 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315). 
Bar, Restaurant, Two Homes, Barn (On Major Road with vast public parking lot with direct access. Originally listed at $1,300,000. Approximately 1,250 SF Bar Restaurant, & 2,000 SF residential areas in three buildings. Business, Liquor License, fully equipped and operating kitchen, Bar and restaurant fixtures and fittings and goodwill. Two legal parcels being sold together zoned commercial and residential totaling approximately 17,000 SF. Buyer to verify. Sold AS IS, No Contingencies.  Click here for more information.

Again, auctions may or may not be the way for you to get a good deal in today's market.  Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or if you would like more information about the Big Bear area.