1-Acre Lot with Utilities In Place & Concrete Slab – Cul-de-Sac in Big River, CA

This 1-acre vacant lot for sale in San Bernardino County, California is located in Big River, a quiet desert community nestled along the Colorado River near the California-Arizona border. With city utilities already on site, an existing concrete slab, and a peaceful cul-de-sac address, this is a straightforward opportunity for investors or builders looking to place a manufactured home, build from the ground up, or hold as an affordable California land investment.

Located at 149665 Lakota Ct, the property sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with city water, electricity, and sewer already available — removing one of the most common and costly hurdles in land development. The previous manufactured home was lost to fire, but the concrete slab remains on site, giving the next owner a head start on construction or placement of a new unit.

Location & Surrounding Area
Big River is a community set along the banks of the Colorado River, popular among retirees and seasonal residents who enjoy boating and the outdoors. The area offers a relaxed, rural lifestyle with access to the river, outdoor recreation, and a low-crime environment, making it an appealing destination for vacation homes, retirement properties, and long-term investments.

Most everyday shopping is done approximately 7 miles away in Parker, Arizona, which includes a Walmart Supercenter, a Safeway grocery store, and a Bealls department store, as well as a variety of fast-food chains. For dining locally, The Dock is a nearby waterfront restaurant serving hearty meals, and Dumas Walkers Restaurant & Bar offers cocktails and casual fare.

For outdoor recreation, the Big River RV Park provides public boating access and riverside picnic areas, while Western Park — about 13 miles away in Parker — offers basketball courts, a baseball field, and a playground.

Schools

Big River falls within the Needles Unified School District, one of the largest school districts by geographic area in the continental United States, with boundaries that extend south to Big River, California. Monument Peak Elementary School (K–8) is located directly in Big River at 149123 New North Road , making it a highly convenient option for families. For older students, Needles Middle School and Needles High School are located in Needles, CA. Palo Verde Community College also maintains a satellite campus in Needles, offering two-year college access to the region.

Healthcare

La Paz Regional Hospital in Parker, is the primary healthcare facility serving the Big River community, operating as a not-for-profit Critical Access Hospital with a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital participates in the Mayo Clinic TeleStroke and TeleNeurology programs, offering access to top neurologists via telemedicine, and provides urgent care, physical therapy, outpatient surgery, and cardiac rehab services.

Investment Potential

With utilities in place, an existing slab, and an affordable entry price point, this property offers strong flexibility for multiple investment strategies including manufactured home placement, new construction, vacation or recreational land use, or long-term land banking for future appreciation. Affordable California lots with existing infrastructure at this price point are increasingly rare.

PROPERTY DETAILS

• Land Size: 1 Acre

• Address: 149665 Lakota Ct, Big River, CA 92242

• County: San Bernardino

• State: California

• School District: Needles Unified School District

• Nearest Elementary: Monument Peak Elementary (K–8) – located in Big River

• Nearest Hospital: La Paz Regional Hospital – Parker, AZ (~7 miles)

• Nearest Shopping: Walmart, Safeway, Bealls – Parker, AZ (~7 miles)

• HOA: None

Utilities Notes:

• City water available

• City electricity available

• City sewer available

• Existing concrete slab from previous manufactured home

Condition Notes:

Property sold AS-IS. Previous structure was destroyed by fire — concrete slab remains. Buyer responsible for verifying all utility connections, conditions, and costs. Repair and build estimates not provided as costs vary by contractor and investor.

Access Notes:

Cul-de-sac location at 149665 Lakota Ct, Big River, CA 92242. Property is vacant and accessible.