Running Springs real estate, up the mountain.
An unincorporated mountain community between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear with cabins and forest homes. I help buyers, sellers and families with inherited homes in Running Springs and across San Bernardino County.
Living in Running Springs, at a glance.
Places people know in and around Running Springs: Snow Valley, Rim of the World Highway, Green Valley Lake (nearby).
The typical home in Running Springs was built around 1971. With homes that age, the big questions are whether the roof, windows, HVAC, electrical and plumbing have been updated, and what permits were pulled for past remodels.
About 74% of occupied homes here are owner-occupied and 26% are rented, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
92382
Highway 18 and Highway 330
74% (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024)
1971 (median, U.S. Census ACS)
3,677 (U.S. Census ACS)
The numbers, updated monthly.
$337K
-4.1% vs. last year · Zillow Home Value Index
111
Active listings · Realtor.com
See the full Running Springs housing market report (prices by ZIP code, days on market, price cuts and the year-over-year trend).
Typical values and listing counts are not appraisals. For what your home would sell for, get a free home value report.
What to know before you move.
Mountain homes in and around Running Springs come with their own checklist: wildfire risk and insurance availability (some buyers end up on the California FAIR Plan), septic systems where there's no sewer, road access in snow, and roof and deck condition.
Many buyers here want a second home or a vacation rental. San Bernardino and Riverside counties and some mountain cities require a permit for short-term rentals, so confirm the rules for that exact address before you count on rental income.
Coming from LA or Orange County? Running Springs can mean more home for the money. Price the commute along with the house, and we can line up the sale of your current home with the purchase so you aren't carrying two at once.
Want homes in Running Springs as they hit the market? Save your search and I'll send matches and a short monthly market update.
One agent, every kind of deal.
Buyers
Your real monthly cost with HOA dues, Mello-Roos, insurance and utilities included, plus the inspections this kind of home needs.
Sellers
Pricing from recent sales near you in Running Springs, prep that pays off, and marketing aimed at buyers already looking here.
Second homes and rentals
Short-term rental permit rules, insurance and access checked before you buy, so the numbers work in the real world.
Your Running Springs realtor, for either side.
Looking for a real estate agent in Running Springs? I'm Memo Dinh, a REALTOR® with Epique Realty (CA DRE #02066757), and I help buyers and sellers in Running Springs and across San Bernardino County. Call or text 562-253-9034 or book a 15-minute call.
Buying
Homes for sale in Running Springs
Houses, condos and townhomes in Running Springs as they hit the MLS. Save your Running Springs search and get new listings and price drops by email.
First-time home buyer in Running Springs?
Start with your real monthly payment, then the loan and any down payment help you qualify for. First-time buyer guide.
Buyer's agent in Running Springs
Since August 2024, California buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring. I walk you through what it covers and how my pay is set, before you sign.
New construction near Running Springs
Builders' sales reps work for the builder. Bring your own agent on the first visit. New construction guide.
Investment and rental property
Rent, cash flow and cap rate on Running Springs properties, plus local rent rules. Investor services and the investment calculator.
Selling
What's my Running Springs home worth?
A free home value report built from the closest recent sales, not an online estimate. Get your home value, or see the Running Springs housing market report.
Sell my house in Running Springs
Pricing from recent sales near you, prep that pays off, and marketing to buyers already searching Running Springs. How I sell homes.
Sell fast or take a cash offer?
Have a cash offer, or thinking about one? I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can see the real difference in your net before you choose.
Cost to sell a house in Running Springs
Commission is negotiable. Plan for escrow, title, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repairs or credits. Estimate your net.
Inherited a home or selling a trust?
Probate, trust and estate sales, including out-of-state heirs. Trust and probate sales.
Downsizing or moving away
Line up the sale and your next home so you aren't carrying two. Moving out of California? I'll connect you with a vetted agent there.
Coming up in Running Springs.
Free and local things to do, checked against official city and organizer pages. Add any of them to your calendar in one tap.
Nothing in Running Springs on my verified list yet. New events are added every week; meanwhile, see the official city calendar and what's on nearby.
Dates and details come from official city and organizer pages and can change, so please confirm before you go. Photos are representative Unsplash images of this type of event, not photos of these events.
★★★★★“Very courteous, listened to my concerns, very efficient. When I was ready to purchase the property we found on the market, Memo brought results faster than I expected. Every problem that popped up was addressed quickly.”Buyer
Straight answers.
What is a typical home worth in Running Springs?
About $337K as of September 2026, per the Zillow Home Value Index, down 4.1% from a year earlier. That's a typical value, not your home's price. Ask me for the recent sales closest to your street.
How many homes are for sale in Running Springs?
111 active listings in the latest Realtor.com monthly data. My Running Springs housing market report has the trend, prices by ZIP code and days on market.
Is it hard to insure a home in Running Springs?
It can be. Wildfire risk has pushed some insurers out of mountain areas, and some buyers end up on the California FAIR Plan plus a wrap-around policy. Get quotes early in escrow, before your contingency period ends.
Do you work in Running Springs?
Yes. I'm based in Gardena and work across San Bernardino County, including Running Springs, Green Valley Lake, Lake Arrowhead and Highland. Call or text 562-253-9034, or book a 15-minute call.
What's going on around Running Springs?
See the events section on this page. It lists upcoming community events I've checked against official pages, plus a link to the official calendar when the city has one. The full list is on my local events calendar.
How do I choose a real estate agent in Running Springs?
Look for someone who works Running Springs regularly, explains the numbers in writing, answers quickly and has verified reviews. Check their license on the California DRE website. I'm Memo Dinh (CA DRE #02066757), a REALTOR® with Epique Realty and a 5.0-star rating from clients. Call or text 562-253-9034 to talk it through.
How do I sell my house in Running Springs?
Get a pricing analysis from the closest recent sales, fix only what buyers will pay for, list with strong photos and a clear plan, then compare every offer by your net, not just the price. I give you a net sheet before you list.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Running Springs?
Commissions are negotiable. Other costs usually include escrow, title insurance, San Bernardino County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repair credits or prep. Use the seller net sheet on this site for an estimate, then I'll send you an exact version.
Should I take a cash offer for my Running Springs home?
Sometimes. A cash offer saves time and repairs but usually comes in lower. If you have one, I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can compare your real net.
Is there down payment help for first-time buyers in Running Springs?
Often, yes. CalHFA programs are statewide, and some counties and cities run their own down payment programs that open in rounds. Rules and funding change, so confirm current availability with a CalHFA-approved lender. Not financial advice.
I inherited a house in Running Springs. What should I do first?
Find out whether it's in a trust or needs probate through the San Bernardino County Superior Court, keep it insured and secured, and ask your CPA about the stepped-up tax basis and Prop 19 before deciding to keep, rent or sell. I help heirs sell, including from out of state. Not legal or tax advice.
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