For sale Home

Listed Oct 16, 2026

$289,000 Est. $1,911/mo

626 Elysian

  • 1

    Beds

  • 1

    Baths

  • 542

    Sq ft

The story

  • Pool

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 adventu

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1929

Floors

2

Price per sq ft

$533

Included features

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Fireplace

    Yes

  • Cooling

    N/K

  • Appliances

    Microwave, Refrigerator, N/K, Gas Oven, Gas Range

  • Flooring

    Laminate

  • Roof

    Composition

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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Estimated monthly payment

$1,911 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $1,538
  • Property tax $289
  • Insurance $84

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

KELLER WILLIAMS BIG BEAR

Broker Name

KELLER WILLIAMS BIG BEAR

Agent

Michele Kersey

Location

Big Bear Lake CA 92315