Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Big Bear Lake, CA
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated September 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 1.2%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$395.4M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $2.7M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(20)
Michele Kersey
Coldwell Banker - Sky Ridge Realty
21 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.6%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$86.3M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $5.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 5.6%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$92.1M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(55)
Tristen Campanella
Allison James Estates and Homes
14 Years of experience
18+ Sales in the last 12 months
$153.6M
All-Time Sales
$550K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$221.5M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $2.1M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(586)
Richard Schulman
Keller Williams Westside Estates
18 Years of experience
250+ Sales in the last 12 months
$2.21B
All-Time Sales
$650K - $11.5M
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(147)
Brenda Geraci
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY COLLEGE PARK
24 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 16%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$244.1M
All-Time Sales
$510K - $5.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 17.2%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$594.8M
All-Time Sales
$410K - $6M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$222.8M
All-Time Sales
$370K - $3.1M
Price Range
5
Sold in Big Bear Lake, CA
Top Agent$161.5M
All-Time Sales
$280K - $2.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18.8%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$540.6M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18.8%
in Big Bear Lake, CA
$5M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $680K
Price Range
2%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$253.2M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $1.7M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Michelle Theisen
Coldwell Banker Kivett-Teeters
28 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$106.6M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $1.4M
Price Range
3
Sold in Big Bear Lake, CA
Top Agent(791)
Marty Rodriguez
CENTURY 21 Marty Rodriguez
48 Years of experience
201+ Sales in the last 12 months
$2B
All-Time Sales
$400K - $3.8M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$618.1M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $2.4M
Price Range
2,205
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent(93)
Tom Tennant
Elevate Real Estate Agency | Reliance Real Estate Services
27 Years of experience
87+ Sales in the last 12 months
$793.8M
All-Time Sales
$310K - $2.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$692M
All-Time Sales
$390K - $13.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$516.4M
All-Time Sales
$490K - $2.6M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(108)
Stefanie Leal
KELLER WILLIAMS YORBA LINDA/ ANAHEIM HILLS
32 Years of experience
34+ Sales in the last 12 months
$621.4M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $12M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$430.5M
All-Time Sales
$470K - $4M
Price Range
2
Sold in Big Bear Lake, CA
Top Agent(43)
Fred Sed
Keller Williams Realty - Fred Sed Group
22 Years of experience
90+ Sales in the last 12 months
$569.8M
All-Time Sales
$520K - $4.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$322.5M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $1.9M
Price Range
671
Total Number Of Homes Sold
Top Agent$438.6M
All-Time Sales
$570K - $5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$504.6M
All-Time Sales
$720K - $4.7M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Big bear lake Housing Market Trends
Homes in Big bear lake take a median 85 days to sell, go for 96.81% of asking, prices are down 0.1% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through September 2026.
Market temperature
Buyer's market
10.7 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$599,714
median sale price
How fast they sell
85 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
10.7 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Big Bear Lake.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Big Bear Lake agents whose results fit it.
Big Bear Lake agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 28 days, the Big Bear Lake market in 85
median sale price in Big Bear Lake
Do Top Big Bear Lake Agents Sell Faster?
The 25 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Big Bear Lake sell in a median of 28 days, compared with the Big Bear Lake market median of 85 days on market.
About 57 days faster (67% quicker than the Big Bear Lake market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Big Bear Lake agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Big Bear Lake market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Big Bear Lake?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Big Bear Lake sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in December. To hit that window, plan to list around August.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
December
Best month to sell
106 days
Typical time on market
97.2%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Big Bear Lake, CA sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for Big Bear Lake Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Big Bear Lake market where negotiating leverage has shifted toward buyers. With 10.7 months of supply and 378 active listings against 36 homes sold monthly, inventory is accumulating faster than it clears. That imbalance is reinforced by the share of listings with price drops, measured at 38.2%, meaning a large portion of sellers have already revised expectations before finding a buyer. Only 12.2% of homes sold above asking, and just 14.5% went off the market within two weeks, both signals of a market that rewards patience rather than speed.
For buyers, this combination supports measured offers below list, particularly on properties that have been sitting near or beyond the 85-day median. The sale-to-list ratio of 96.81% indicates sellers are generally accepting modest concessions, so there is room to negotiate on price, closing costs, or repairs. Median sale price moved -0.1% year over year, and at a median of $374.17 per square foot, careful comparison across similar cabins and lake-access properties is worthwhile.
For sellers, accurate pricing from day one matters more than ever. With 190 new listings and 151 pending sales monthly, competition for serious buyers is real, and overpriced homes are the ones driving that 38.2% price-drop figure. This is where agent selection becomes decisive. Big Bear Lake has 250 licensed agents, but experience and recent transaction volume vary widely, and the right representation often determines whether a home sells near list or after repeated reductions.
What Big Bear Lake Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Big Bear Lake goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $599,714 |
| Down payment (20%) | $119,943 |
| Loan amount | $479,771 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $4,172 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 15, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $599,714 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 15, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Big Bear Lake MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Big Bear Lake Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually drives outcomes: verified transaction history, negotiation results, and consistency of client feedback. Of the 250 licensed agents working Big Bear Lake, EffectiveAgents has ranked 72 based on measured performance rather than advertising spend. Top-ranked Mike Wochner at RE/MAX Big Bear illustrates the difference, with 719 closed transactions, $309.8M in all-time sales volume, and 110 client reviews. In a market where only 12.2% of homes sell above list and 38.2% of listings see price reductions, an agent's ability to price accurately and negotiate from data carries direct financial weight. Across the 92315 zip code, that skill shows up in how close final sale prices land to list and how a listing is positioned against the 10.7 months of standing supply. When reviewing agents, look past a single testimonial and study patterns: repeat business, volume sustained over multiple years, and reviews that reference specific negotiation and communication outcomes rather than generic praise.
How We Rank Big Bear Lake Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Big Bear Lake market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: September 2026
Big Bear Lake Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Big Bear Lake, CA?
The highest-ranked agent in Big Bear Lake, CA, is Mike Wochner at RE/MAX Big Bear, with 719 closed transactions, 110 client reviews, and $309.8M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents ranks the top performers among the area's 250 licensed agents by analyzing verified transaction records, sale-to-list outcomes, and review patterns rather than self-reported claims. Of those agents, 72 meet the ranking threshold. The right match still depends on your property type, price range, and timeline, so compare several ranked agents before deciding.
How were these Big Bear Lake real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Big Bear Lake?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Big Bear Lake area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Big Bear Lake market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Big Bear Lake mean for sellers?
Big Bear Lake's median sale price is $599,714 as of September 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Big Bear Lake?
Homes in Big Bear Lake currently take a median of 85 days to sell, though the full process including escrow runs several weeks beyond the accepted offer. With 10.7 months of supply and median sale prices moving -0.1% year over year, timing varies widely by segment. Accurately priced, move-in-ready cabins and lake-access homes tend to sell faster, while overpriced listings contribute to the 38.2% of homes that see reductions. Pricing strategy, condition, seasonality, and agent marketing all shape how quickly a specific property attracts qualified offers.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Big Bear Lake realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Big Bear Lake agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Big Bear Lake neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Big Bear Lake realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Big Bear Lake in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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