Your Mountain Real Estate Experts
We’re not just real estate agents — we’re your neighbors. As lifelong residents of the San Bernardino Mountains, Jessica and Jonathan Duarte bring unmatched local expertise and a genuine love for this community to every transaction.
What sets us apart:
- Deep local knowledge of Big Bear, Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs, Crestline, and Green Valley Lake — including neighborhoods, HOA rules, STR regulations, and hidden gems.
- Short-term rental specialists — we help investors identify high-yield Airbnb and VRBO properties and maximize rental income from day one.
- Proven track record — from first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we deliver smooth closings and real results with every client.
- Remote-friendly service — we offer virtual tours, video walkthroughs, and fully online transactions so distance is never a barrier.
- A trusted network of local lenders, inspectors, contractors, and property managers ready to support you at every step.
🎉 Proudly Serving Those Who Serve Our Country & Community
We are honored to give back to the brave men and women who protect and care for our communities every day. As a thank-you for your service and sacrifice, we offer a special closing cost credit to qualified heroes — because you deserve to plant roots in the mountains you love.
🇺🇸 First Responder & Heroes Appreciation Program
As a thank-you to the heroes who serve our communities, we are proud to offer a credit equal to 15% of our earned commission, up to $5,000 toward eligible closing costs and prepaid expenses at closing for active and retired first responders and healthcare heroes — including firefighters, law enforcement officers, paramedics, EMTs, nurses, military veterans, and other qualifying service professionals. Contact us to learn more and see if you qualify.
Featured Properties
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Recent Sales
Stop shopping for other agents! Jessica is one of the best agents we have ever worked with! We can't be grateful enough for having met and worked with her in finding our home up the mountain. Jessica was very patient, kind, and trustworthy during our six month search in finding a home. She was very sensitive to our needs and requests in finding a home, plus her …
-Jose B., Client
Jessica was an absolute pleasure to work with! She is very professional, quick to respond, knowledgeable about the area, and thorough with the home buying process. I could not have asked for a better experience purchasing my investment properly. In addition she has phenomenal virtual tour skills. We were so comfortable with her virtual tours that we put in a couple offers …
-Alexa B., Client
If you are looking for an investment opportunity or home in the mountains, your answer is Jessica. Being from the coast, it was important for us to have a realtor that knows the mountains and can work remotely with us and our schedule. Jessica helps in every regard. She learns her clients' wants and needs. She knows all the mountain cities, not just Big Bear or just Lake …
-Valerie S., Client
Jessica is an amazing member of your team when looking for a new home. She helped us purchase a vacation home in Big Bear Lake. She has been incredibly helpful with everything from working with the city to finding local help with the cabin.
-Ken, Client
BEST REALTOR IN BIG BEAR. Really! We actually hired a concierge service to find the best real estate agents in Big Bear, and they came up with four. We interviewed them all. Most of them tried to regale us with their vast network and promotional skills and could put our home on the market tomorrow. Then gave us a lowball price to expect. Jessica was The ONLY one who told …
-Tony B., Client
You deserve a LOCAL, knowledgable, and experienced real estate agent who can provide you with the following:
- Extensive knowledge of the local real estate market, including trends, pricing, and inventory.
- A focus on delivering exceptional customer service, Jessica is dedicated to ensuring her clients have a stress-free and positive experience throughout the real estate process.
- Expertise in short-term rentals and investment properties, helping clients identify and maximize opportunities for rental income.
- A keen eye for identifying properties with high rental potential and helping her clients effectively market and manage their rental properties.
- A deep love for the local community and is committed to giving back through volunteer work and community involvement.

