Bear Lake, Erie, CO
Bear Lake — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Bear Lake, Erie, Colorado. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Colorado Division of Real Estate (DORA) licensing database.
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Bear Lake Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Bear Lake is a serene, rural community located just south of Erie, Pennsylvania, offering a peaceful escape with easy access to city amenities. The neighborhood is centered around its namesake, a beautiful 320-acre natural lake, providing a scenic and relaxed atmosphere for residents.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing market in Bear Lake features a mix of charming year-round homes and seasonal lake cottages, with many properties offering direct water access or wooded privacy. With a median home value of approximately $130,000, it represents a more affordable option compared to many lakeside communities.
Schools & Education
Bear Lake is served by the Corry Area School District, which manages the local elementary school within the neighborhood itself. Students then attend middle and high school in the nearby city of Corry, providing a small-town educational experience.
Parks & Recreation
The clear waters of Bear Lake are the central recreational hub, ideal for boating, fishing, and seasonal ice skating. The area also provides access to outdoor activities like hiking and hunting in the surrounding forests and is a short drive from Erie's Presque Isle State Park.
Local Dining & Shopping
Dining and shopping are locally focused, with a few beloved family-owned restaurants and marinas dotting the lakeshore. For more extensive retail and restaurant options, residents typically take a short drive into Corry or north into the city of Erie.
Who Lives Here
Bear Lake attracts families, retirees, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a quiet, nature-centric lifestyle. The community enjoys a comfortable median household income of around $79,375, reflecting a stable, working and middle-class population.
Bear Lake Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $110K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $863/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $71K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 93.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 16402 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Bear Lake, Erie
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Bear Lake
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Colorado Division of Real Estate (DORA) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17