[GSBN] more on straw bale home values

[ejgeorge at riseup.net]

Hi Lance,

Thanks for you input, it is a higher end finish but simple. Will be  
interesting for us here to see what it sells for!

Thanks again.

ej

Quoting Lance Kairl <sabale at bigpond.com>:

> HI ej,
> Our Feeling form the very few sold here ( in South Australia)is a similar
> result to our old stone homes,
> The charm and uniqueness adds value,
> Present consumers like ANY energy efficient home / option. Again adding a
> premium.
>
> Caution...the level of finish...fred flinstone finish ( the ugly child only
> a mother could love . I was one of these so no disrespect intended)
>           Verses a high spec smart finish ,
>           Those that do not like the fred flinstone look will....spend money
> to alter the look, or not want the house, so may appeal to
>           The " want a cheaper house client" or one that "loves the
> character and charm"
> The other caution....Over capitalization, can occur with any build, and
> market conditions.
>                     .......... capital Gain or getting some reward above
> actual cost for owner builders ( if SO)  labour may need strong
> consideration.
>
> Sorry no Actual Study or hard figures.
> They have only ONE unique home to sell,.....Unique = premium, energy
> efficient = Premium
>
> Regards LANCE.
>
>
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> Subject: [GSBN] more on straw bale home values
>
> Hi again,
>
> So another question on US straw bale home values --
> a straw bale home built here in upstate NY in 2005 is going up for
> sale (the owners are relocating). This is one of the first straw bale
> homes to go on the market in NY state or even Northeastern US (the
> only other one I'm aware of is Clark Sanders spec house).
>
> The realtor (and occasional bale house builder himself) is looking for
> some guidance in setting the home value and was wondering if those who
> live in areas that have more active straw bale resale markets (CO? CA?
> SW in general?) have noticed any trends - a premium compared to
> similar sized/detailed homes due to increased energy efficiency? a
> penalty compared to them for being unconventional? about the same? all
> over the place? Has anyone ever done a study comparing straw bale to
> conventional home market values???
>
> Any input much appreciated. Thanks again.
>
> ej
>
>
>
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