West Coast3.8% avg cap rateLive · 41 active listings

Big Bear Lake, CA

LA's mountain escape - ski, lake, and year-round cabin demand

Big Bear Lake is a 2-hour drive from LA and the primary mountain escape for 20 million Southern California residents. Two ski resorts (Bear Mountain and Snow Summit), the lake, and a charming village create genuine dual-season demand. CA STR regulations vary by jurisdiction - the City of Big Bear Lake and San Bernardino County each have their own permit requirements.

3.8%
Avg Cap Rate
Net operating income / price
30%
Avg Occupancy
Annual average
$375
Avg Nightly Rate
All property types
$904K
Avg List Price
STR-viable properties

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Estimated Annual Performance

Gross rental revenue
30% occ × $375/night
$40,515
Est. operating expenses
Mgmt, cleaning, supplies, insurance (~40%)
- $16,206
Est. net operating income
Before mortgage & depreciation
$24,309
At $904K avg price
Implied cap rate
2.7%

* Estimates based on market averages. Individual property performance varies. Always run a full underwriting analysis.

Why Investors Choose Big Bear Lake

2-hour drive from 20M LA metro residents
Two ski resorts plus a large freshwater lake
Cabin with hot tub earns 35-50% premium over standard comp
Check city vs. county permit requirements before purchasing
Peak season: Dec - Mar (ski), June - Aug (lake)
Top property types: Cabin, Chalet, Single Family, A-Frame
Primary zip: 92315, 92314

Market averages, not guarantees. Cap rates, occupancy, and nightly rates are market-wide averages based on active STR listings and historical data. Individual property performance depends on location, amenities, management, and listing quality. Always run a full underwriting analysis before purchasing.Stats sourced from 41 active listings · last updated Jul 17, 2026

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