$489,000
SOLD MAR 25, 2016

1351 Balsam Dr Big Bear, CA 92315

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,530 Sq Ft
8,115 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$320 Per Sq Ft

102 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Mountain View
  • Laundry Room
  • Big Bear High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Mountainous Community

About This Home

As of February 2020

PICTURE PERFECT! THIS IS WHAT YOU WERE DREAMING ABOUT WHEN YOU DECIDED TO BUY A MOUNTAIN HOME. UNBELIEVABLE VIEWS OF BEAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT FROM THIS CLASSIC FULL LOG COUNTRY HEARTH CABIN. OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH VAULTED CEILINGS. OUTSIDE SPA TO RELAX IN AFTER A DAY ON THE SLOPES. EXCELLENT RENTAL LOCATION CLOSE TO BEAR MOUNTAIN,ZOO & HIKING TRAILS.TURNKEY ENTERTAINER'S RETREAT!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Doss

COMPASS License #01416748 Listed on: 10/22/2015

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Doss

COMPASS License #01416748 Listed on: 10/22/2015

COMPASS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,826

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Interior Spaces

  • 1,530 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Above Ground Spa
  • 8,115 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mountainous Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0310293070000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,826

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 0310293070000
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1530.00
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 319.61
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Spa Features: Above Ground

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Available
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Mountainous

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8115.00
  • Price Per Lot Square Foot: 60.26
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1860

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8115.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2019
Closed on
Dec 16, 2019
Sold by
French Henry C and French Rodonna F
Bought by
Yuh Gene Ho and Yuh Mihwa Lee
Seller's Agent
Gary Doss
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Gary Doss
Compass
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-2.48%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$526,500
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2017
Sold by
French Henry C and French Rodonna F
Bought by
French Henry C and French Rodonna F

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 22, 2015
Closed on
Feb 5, 2016
Sold by
Rennison Dan T and Rennison Heidi J
Bought by
French Henry C and French Rodonna F
Seller's Agent
Gary Doss
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Gary Doss
COMPASS
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$489,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.29%
Original Mortgage
$415,650
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2006
Sold by
Hayes Don and Hayes Linda K
Bought by
Rennison Dan T and Rennison Heidi J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2004
Sold by
Packard John J and Packard Nanette A
Bought by
Hayes Don and Hayes Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,750
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2002
Sold by
Picciolo Bruce A and Picciolo Sharon J
Bought by
Packard John J and Packard Nanette A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,800
Interest Rate
5.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2001
Sold by
Williams Chadwick R
Bought by
Picciolo Bruce A and Picciolo Sharol J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$19,520
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2000
Sold by
Karpowica Margaret T
Bought by
Williams Chadwick R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
8.24%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 1996
Sold by
Karpowicz Margaret T
Bought by
Karpowicz Margaret T
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $585,000 Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $489,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $510,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Grant Deed $469,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $508,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $54,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Grant Deed $40,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $526,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $415,650 New Conventional
Previous Owner $408,000 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $351,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $284,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $19,520 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $30,000 Seller Take Back
Closed $70,350 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $849,000 -3.0% $555 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 For Sale $875,000 +49.6% $572 / Sq Ft
02/28/2020 02/28/20 Sold $585,000 -2.5% $382 / Sq Ft
12/11/2019 12/11/19 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2019 10/08/19 For Sale $599,900 +2.5% $392 / Sq Ft
10/06/2019 10/06/19 Off Market $585,000 -- --
09/13/2019 09/13/19 For Sale $599,900 +22.7% $392 / Sq Ft
03/25/2016 03/25/16 Sold $489,000 0.0% $320 / Sq Ft
02/01/2016 02/01/16 Pending -- -- --
12/30/2015 12/30/15 For Sale $489,000 0.0% $320 / Sq Ft
12/07/2015 12/07/15 Pending -- -- --
10/22/2015 10/22/15 For Sale $489,000 -- $320 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,826 $639,783 $127,957 $511,826
2024 $7,826 $627,238 $125,448 $501,790
2023 $7,370 $614,939 $122,988 $491,951
2022 $7,370 $602,881 $120,576 $482,305
2021 $7,200 $591,060 $118,212 $472,848
2020 $6,659 $524,978 $200,249 $324,729
2019 $6,494 $514,685 $196,323 $318,362
2018 $6,279 $504,594 $192,474 $312,120
2017 $6,127 $494,700 $188,700 $306,000
2016 $5,468 $435,600 $87,100 $348,500
2015 $5,381 $425,000 $85,000 $340,000
2014 $5,642 $450,000 $75,000 $375,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW15231625

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 0310-293-07