Green Homes for Sale - Brighton, Colorado Green Home

Brighton, Colorado — Green Home For Sale

Amazing Straw Bale home on 2.4 acres. Architecture reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright Principles. Clean air systems, radiant floor heat. 3092 square feet on main floor and 1928 square feet in the unfinished basement. 4 bed, 2 full baths, 1 3/4 bath.


Listing ID: 19745


  • Green Home
  • Straw bale
Annual Property Tax $4,272
Annual Utility Cost $4,803
Home Area 3,092 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Total Property Area 2.4 acres
Year Built 2002

Property Description

Exquisite sprawling ranch inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright principles, welcomes you into the serene, peaceful, acreage location. This property marries the concepts of amazing architecture, modern style, and green built systems. Extremely energy efficient, green built, using straw bale construction. Cosmopolitan style portrayed in the interior design from the travertine floors, fresh white kitchen, fireplace with glass media, and extraordinary lighting throughout. Entertain in the spacious great room with seamless exit to the large deck, pool area, and private manicured grounds. Retreat to your master sanctuary and relax near the fireplace or step out onto a private patio with amazing views of the front range and golf course. Luxurious master bath with Kohler shower and state of the art infinity drain system. Lavish soaking tub waiting to ease the stress from your mind and body. This is a truly unique opportunity to own this impressive home. This home will be available for showings on 8/2/14-8/3/14. An open house will be hosted from 11 am to 4 pm. on both days. Best and final offers due by 5 pm on 8/3/14.


What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?

Straw bale home construction. Radiant in floor heat on main level as well as basement. Low-e windows. Clean air systems. Low VOC paint. Utility cost listed does not include water or septic.


Neighborhood Description

Located just 20 minutes from down town Denver. This home is settled in the great acreage community of Todd Creek Farms.Todd Creek Farms is a beautiful custom home community set on 1.5 to 3 acre properties. Walking trails and golf course access is steps from this home's front door. Zoned for horses. Outbuildings are allowed to accommodate the stable or could be as large as to have RV storage. Local shopping venues and entertainment within 7 mins. Quick access to I-25 and Northwest Parkway.


Market Area

This northeastern Denver suburb sits along the banks of the South Platte River. Brighton combines a small-town atmosphere with rich cultural and historical roots, evident as one drives down its main street. Brighton is one of the top cities for growth within the 7 county Metro Denver area.


School District

Adams 27J School District serves nearly 17,000 students from the cities of Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton. School District 27J is the sixteenth largest in Colorado and the second largest in Adams County. During the 2013- 2014 school year the District served 16,698 students. The district has 11 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, 3 high schools, and charter schools.


Community

Well established family oriented community. Walking trails, golf, and horses are abundant in this active lifestyle neighborhood.


Home Type or Land

Condo


Location of Home or Land

Other


Elevation of Home

Mountain


Building Details

Air Quality

Agriculture in Area Yes
Industry in Area Yes
Air Pollution in Area Yes
Pesticide Free Yes
Fragrance Free Yes
Cleaned with Green Products Yes

Interior Environment

Heating System Other
Cooling System Conventional Forced Air - A/C
Ventilation System Other
Whole House Filtration Other
Whole House Vacuum No

Energy & Water

Energy System Municipal Energy
Water System Well
Wastewater System Septic System

Construction Information

Construction Type Straw bale
Exterior Finish Stucco
Interior Finish Cement Plaster
Interior Paint Low VOC
Floor Material Carpet
Cork
Tile
Roof Material Asphalt Composition Shingle
Window Material Vinyl or Vinyl Clad
Insulation Material Other


Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carport Yes
Garage Type Attached
Number of Cars 3
Garage Area 0 sqft