861 Kern Avenue
Sugarloaf, CA 92386
Listing broker / agent: RE/MAX BIG BEAR · GINA THOMAS · ginathomasbigbear@gmail.com · CRMLS
MLS # IG26072940 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 01:17 UTC
About this property
Spa Patio, Deck & Peaceful Upper-Street Location Near Trails~Positioned near the top of Kern Ave on one of the area’s most peaceful streets, 861 Kern Ave offers a sense of quiet seclusion while remaining incredibly close to scenic trail access. This 2-bedroom, 1 full bathroom home with approximately 760 square feet of living space is thoughtfully designed for both comfort and functionality. A brand new stackable washer and dryer adds convenience, while the efficient front deck creates an inviting space to relax and take in the surroundings. Off the primary bedroom, a newer patio with a spa accessed through a slider offers a private setting to unwind after time spent exploring the nearby trails. It’s a location that supports an active mountain lifestyle and connection to the surrounding landscape, while still providing the calm and privacy buyers are seeking in a Big Bear area property.
Property details
- MLS number
- IG26072940
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Cabin
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 1 Baths
- Living area
- 760 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.0574 acres
- County
- San Bernardino
- Year built
- 1978
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 0
Building
- Year built
- 1978
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 2
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Composition
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Kitchen, Recreation
- Appliances
- Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Galley Kitchen
- Flooring
- Laminate, Vinyl
- Heating
- Fireplaces, Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Accessibility features
- None
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 0
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Parking
- Gravel
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- Above Ground, Heated, Private
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Sloped Down, Trees
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Wood, Wire
- Property outlook
- Mountains, Neighborhood, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Assessments
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Dog Park, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails, Lake, Mountainous, Near National Forest, Park, Rural, Water Sports
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Bear Valley Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Lane Elementary Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | K–5 | 1.1 mi |
| Chautauqua High (Continuation) Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | 8–12 | 1.4 mi |
| Big Bear High Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear City | 9–12 | 1.4 mi |
| North Shore Elementary Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear Lake | K–5 | 3.3 mi |
| Big Bear Middle Bear Valley Unified · Big Bear Lake | 6–8 | 3.8 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $329,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $329,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 08:45 | $329,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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