What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
This home features earth plaster and straw bale insulation, superior pre-cast concrete foundation with bio-foam basement insulation, natural cedar exterior, thermo pane Pella Argon windows, metal roof and drought resistant landscaping with a HERS rating below 40.Property Description
Truly one of a kind, custom built, straw-bale, "Green" home in the heart of the city. Located right on the Ohio and Erie Towpath trail, this property was custom constructed in 2012 for the environmentally conscious homeowner. From the design of the building, to the material used, no expense was spared in the construction to make this home beautiful yet exceedingly energy efficient. Features include: Superior (pre-cast) concrete foundation with bio-foam basement insulation, natural cedar exterior, earth plaster and straw bale insulation, thermo pane Pella Argon windows, metal roof, maximum solar gain in the interior, and drought resistant landscaping. With a HERS rating of below 40, this home will provide you with up to 70% in energy savings comparatively. There is an open layout on the first floor, with 2 spacious bedrooms on the 2nd floor and one bonus room on the main floor which can be used as a guest room or office. This home might also appeal to an investor as there is a great rental history from the Air B n B platform. A home warranty is offered for new owner's peace of mind. Words cannot do this home justice so you will have to see it to appreciate all that this property has to offer.Neighborhood Description
Next to the Ohio Towpath for hiking, biking and outdoor activities.Market Area
Located in the City of Akron, 40 minutes south of Cleveland, Ohio.School District
Akron City School DistrictLocation of Home or Land
Urban
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | no |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | no |
| Fragrance Free | no |
| Cleaned with Green Products | no |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Forced Air - Gas |
| Cooling System | Conventional Forced Air - A/C |
| Ventilation System | Part of Cooling System |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Municipal |
Construction Information
| Construction Type | Straw bale |
| Exterior Finish | Wood |
| Interior Finish | Earthen Plaster |
| Interior Paint | No VOC |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Insulation Material | Urethane Foam |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | detached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
