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Green Homes for Sale in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the Surrounding Areas
In the Triangle area, more and more energy-efficient homes are being built to satisfy the growing demand for green homes. Green homes are sought out for their many environmental, economic, and social benefits, such as reducing emissions, conserving water, reducing operating costs, and improving health. In order to ensure that a house is truly environmentally friendly, it is important to have independent certification.
Benefits of Owning a Green Home
- Green homes are environmentally friendly. Building a green homes uses less energy than building a conventional home, and the use of recycled and reused materials to reduce waste is encouraged. Green homes are also built to be more durable than conventional homes, resulting in less waste over time. Green homes use less energy and water than conventional homes.
- Living in a green home comes with health benefits. Air quality in a green home is superior to other homes. Green homes use safer products in their construction that do not emit as many chemicals as those used in conventional homes.
- Owning a green home comes with many economic benefits. Green homes are durable, meaning that they need less work to maintain. Green homes are also energy efficient, so utility bills are lower. Energy Star-rated appliances help to decrease a home’s water and energy usage. In addition to these savings, there are various incentives that come with owning a green home. For example, energy companies give rate discounts to Energy Star-rated homes.
Types of Certifications for Green Homes
- National Green Building Standard (NGBS): The NGBS certification is one of the best known green building standards in the United States. In order for a home to be NGBS certified, it must be certified by an independent third party. There are four certification levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Emerald. Homes with NGBS certification feature high performance in six areas: site design, resource efficiency, water efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and building operation and maintenance.
- Energy Star: Energy Star certified homes are designed to save up to 30% in energy efficiency savings compared to typical new homes. Energy Star certified homes must meet requirements set by the Environmental Protection Agency. Features of Energy Star certified homes include: energy-efficient lighting and appliances; high-efficiency heating, ventilation, and cooling systems; and complete thermal enclosure systems.
- ecoHOME: Southern Energy Management, a North Carolina-based sustainable energy company, developed the ecoHOME program in 2012 as an alternative to more stringent green certifications. The ecoHOME certification allows more flexibility than other green certifications, appealing to builders intimidated by stringent green certifications. Certified ecoHOMEs have features like energy-efficient lighting, programmable thermostats, high-efficiency HVAC, reduced water usage, and advanced air sealing.
- High Efficiency Residential Option (HERO) code: Homes that comply with the HERO building code are 30% more energy efficient than homes built to North Carolina’s current code.
Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index
- Created by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) to serve as a standard measure of home energy efficiency, the HERS Index rates homes relative to a "Standard New Home" meeting current industry standards. The HERS rating is assessed by a certified Home Energy Rater.
- The HERS Index ranges from 0 to 150, with 0 being the most energy efficient (Net Zero Energy Home), 100 being a Standard New Home, and 150 being the least energy efficient.
- A home scoring 80 on the HERS Index would be 20% more efficient than than a standard new home, while a home scoring 120 would be 20% less efficient than a standard new home.
- A typical home built before 2006 has a HERS rating of 130.
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Green Homes for Sale in the Triangle
SOUTH ALSTON HAVEN - SIX HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES IN THE HEART OF DURHAM. This new development is nestled into the existing neighborhood with a generous NC woodland backdr...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2372214 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Now accepting offers: Offers will be reviewed Sunday 04/18 at 5PM. SOUTH ALSTON HAVEN - SIX HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES IN THE HEART OF DURHAM. This new development is nes...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2372198 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
SOUTH ALSTON HAVEN - SIX HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES IN THE HEART OF DURHAM. This new development is nestled into the existing neighborhood with a generous NC woodland backdr...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2372206 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
COMING SOON!
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2376543 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Now accepting offers: Offers will be reviewed Sunday 04/18 at 5PM. SOUTH ALSTON HAVEN - SIX HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES IN THE HEART OF DURHAM. This new development is nes...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2372196 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Finished & move in ready 2 story unit along the Haw River. Take in the tranquil river views from your 2 story windows along the front of the unit. Open concept living on ...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2188216 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
2nd floor unit with river views! 2 bedroom! Large family room with riverside casement 2 story windows, open concept. Family room, dining room, kitchen make for a wonderfu...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2188240 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Unit in construction - move in ready mid April! Enjoy a large family room with 2 story casement windows, open concept and open air loft. Beautiful river views! Family ro...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2188241 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This spacious and well cared for 3-story home is on a landscaped yard with a custom built privacy fence, storage shed and 3-car garage. Enjoy an inviting, large open kitc...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2375611 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
What a view! What a great location! Come check out the wonderful lifestyle at East 54. So many amazing amenities:*rooftop saltwater pool*well-equipped fitness center*shop...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2363706 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Unit under construction / move in ready mid-April! River views! Largest family room plan in C building! Enjoy 2 story casement windows, open concept & open air loft. Fa...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2188242 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Move right in to this river front condo with private outdoor space overlooking the Haw River! Main floor bedroom with full bath - works well as 2nd master/in-law suite. ...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2188252 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Move right in to this river front condo with private outdoor space overlooking the Haw River! Main floor bedroom with full bath - works well as 2nd master/in-law suite. ...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2188254 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The urban oasis you've been looking for! 3BR/2BA corner unit in downtown Durham cohousing community. Modern! tall ceilings, gray hardwoods, open floor plan w/ incredible ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2370521 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous Custom Built Home on .58 Acre in the Cul-de-Sac, Inviting Foyer, Formal Dining Room & Living Room/Office, Front & Rear Stairs, Custom Built-Ins Surround Fireplac...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2375912 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Live in this one-level environmentally GREEN contemporary home on a private 1.5 acre lot. This home will be net zero energy -- it will produce as much energy as it uses. ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2358550 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Heathwood Farm! Built in 2012 around an 1850's barn frame from Heath, Ontario, CA, this home boasts character, charm & modern features, all nestled on 13 acres...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2375822 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Have the best of both worlds in downtown Hillsborough: 21st-century construction wrapped in timeless Southern grace & style. Custom-built in 2009, the 3,838 sf 4 bed/3.5 ...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2374611 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The combination of clean line architecture & dramatic scale glass effortlessly blur the lines between this rare contemporary home & it's natural surroundings. Form and fu...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2377612 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Exclusive estate nestled in 10 rolling wooded acres w breathtaking views! Master down, renovated chef's kitchen, huge bonus/rec rooms, 4-car garage, 3900 sf heated/cooled...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2375877 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
Stunning home with a 54ft backyard pool that will make you never want to leave! Folding doors off the breakfast room with integrated shade/screen that connect living spac...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2377113 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
This multiple award-winning home by Will Alphin, architect of REdesign.build is one of the greatest modernist architectural monuments in North Carolina. Located in Camero...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2376880 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
OFFERING 3.08 ACRES WITH A MASSIVE FULLY STOCKED PRIVATE POND WITH DOCK AND GAZEBO,FULLY FENCED IN YARD,GATED ENTRANCE,3 SIDE BRICK,4 CAR GARAGE,SECURITY SYSTEM WITH CAME...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2371921 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Remarkable one-of-a-kind contemporary estate skillfully oriented on property to maximize extraordinary views of nature and meandering creeks. Architectural gemstone! Imme...
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 2371868 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Private gated 7-acre French Normandy Estate in Cary. Magnificent quality & detail. Hand cut stone, imported doors & Italian bronze fountain, columns site built, Juliet ba...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 2375836 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
One of the most stunningly beautiful residential lofts in North America, the penthouse at the historic 300 E. Main in downtown Durham offers a unique opportunity to own a...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2349787 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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