Riverside–San Bernardino metro, CA relocation guide
Moving to Big Bear Lake, CA
$589,000Median listing price
Riverside–San Bernardino metro, CAArea
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About Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake is the San Bernardino Mountains' premier resort town, built around the lake itself plus Snow Summit and Bear Mountain ski resorts. The Village's Pine Knot Avenue, Ski Beach Park, and lakefront recreation give it a year-round alpine character with a strong vacation-home market. It sits about 6,700 feet up, with winter weather that shapes daily life.
Home prices in Big Bear Lake
The median listing price in Big Bear Lake is $589,000.
Top places in Big Bear Lake
- Big Bear Lake.
- The Village / Pine Knot Avenue.
- Snow Summit.
- Bear Mountain.
- Ski Beach Park.
Commuting from Big Bear Lake
- Approximate drive to San Bernardino: ~1h 04m via SR-330/SR-18 down the mountain (about 40–42 miles; Trippy, read September 25, 2026).
- Mountain weather, chain controls, and weekend ski traffic can materially change travel times.
Big Bear Lake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Big Bear Lake, CA?
The median listing price in Big Bear Lake is $589,000. Realtor.com median listing home price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Big Bear Lake, CA?
Approximate drive to San Bernardino: ~1h 04m via SR-330/SR-18 down the mountain (about 40–42 miles; Trippy, read September 25, 2026).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.