Theresa Grant, Realtor

Theresa Grant, Realtor This is your inside information resource for real estate in Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, Running Springs, and Green Valley Lake.

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09/22/2026

Cash to Close in San Bernardino Mountain Communities

Most buyers in Big Bear Lake and Lake Arrowhead underestimate their total upfront cash because they focus only on the down payment. At current mountain-area medians ranging from roughly $525,000 to $645,000, closing costs in the 2–5% range add tens of thousands on top of whatever you put down, and second-home financing rules can push those requirements even higher....

09/21/2026

What Sellers Pay in Realtor Commission in the San Bernardino Mountains

Commission rules changed in August 2024, and mountain sellers are still sorting out what they actually owe and to whom. This post breaks down the two separate negotiations every California seller now faces and explains how buyer-agent compensation shows up in an offer....

09/16/2026

Short-Term Rental Rules in San Bernardino Mountains

San Bernardino County's short-term rental rules cover every unincorporated mountain community from Lake Arrowhead to Running Springs, and the layered requirements go well beyond a simple permit application. Before you buy or list a cabin, here's what the county's Development Code Chapter 84.28 actually requires....

09/09/2026

After You Accept an Offer on a San Bernardino Mountain Home

Accepting an offer on a San Bernardino mountain home triggers a sequence most valley sellers never encounter, septic inspections, private road easement reviews, wildfire insurance hurdles, and county recording requirements that all have to land in the right order. This post walks through each phase of the California escrow process as it actually plays out in Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear, Crestline, and Running Springs....

09/08/2026

Buying Your First Home in Green Valley Lake CA

Green Valley Lake's median sale price sits in the mid-$300,000 range as of September 2026, with a median days on market of 132 days and substantial active inventory, conditions that give first-time buyers more negotiating room than nearly anywhere else in the San Bernardino Mountains. Mountain-specific due diligence on septic systems, roof condition, and winter road access matters as much as the purchase price....

09/04/2026

Vintage Time-Capsule Homes in Rimforest CA

Rimforest's vintage cabins, built mostly between the 1950s and 1970s with original knotty-pine walls, stone fireplaces, and mid-century layouts, represent a distinct niche in the San Bernardino Mountains market. Listing medians in early-to-mid 2026 tracked around $349,000–$350,000, well below the county-wide mid-$500,000s, but longer days on market mean these homes reward buyers who know exactly what they want....

Price reduced on this dreamy Lake Arrowhead retreat! 🌲✨ Tucked in Crest Estates, 551 Raccoon Ct offers panoramic lake vi...
09/01/2026

Price reduced on this dreamy Lake Arrowhead retreat! 🌲✨ Tucked in Crest Estates, 551 Raccoon Ct offers panoramic lake views, rare privacy with no homes directly above or below, and a charming detached guest house—perfect for visitors or a home office. Inside, you’ll love the soaring beamed ceilings and cozy granite fireplace.

Pro tip: schedule a sunset showing to truly appreciate those views.

See more photos and details: https://www.californiamountainhomes.com/d8r6te2s

09/01/2026

Green Valley Lake Hidden Gems: A Local’s Guide

Green Valley Lake is one of the San Bernardino Mountains' best-kept secrets, a high-elevation village of around 300 year-round residents with a quiet, no-motorboat lake, accessible forest trails, and four distinct seasons of outdoor activity. I've been selling mountain real estate since 1994, and this is the community I watch buyers fall in love with the moment they actually drive up. Here's what makes it worth the turn off Highway 18....

08/29/2026

Aging in Place in Your San Bernardino Lakeview Home

Aging in place in a San Bernardino Mountain lakeview home takes more planning than a flat suburban house. Steep entries, multi-level layouts, and winter hazards create specific challenges, but the right modifications protect your independence without sacrificing the mountain character you love. Here's where to start....

Step into vintage Lake Arrowhead charm with sweeping lake views 🌲🏡 I’m hosting an open house at this 1928 Crest Estates...
08/27/2026

Step into vintage Lake Arrowhead charm with sweeping lake views 🌲🏡

I’m hosting an open house at this 1928 Crest Estates retreat, and it’s a special one: 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, approx. 1,590 sq ft, plus a detached guest house. Perched above the trees with no homes directly above or below, it feels incredibly private while still being minutes from Lake Arrowhead Village, shops, and dining.

Open House: Sun Aug 30, 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Price: $679,000

See more photos and details:
https://www.californiamountainhomes.com/d8r6s896

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