Schnecksville, Pennsylvania

Custom-built cedar passive solar 2-story home on 3+ acres. A home where the sun provides up to 75% of the heat. For added security, a whole house generator handles outages! Beautifully landscaped property in a serene and peaceful country setting.
Energy Efficient HomeOff the Grid
$319,000Asking Price (USD)
$4,800Annual Property Tax
$3,500Annual Utility Cost
2,600Square Feet
3 / 3Beds / Baths
3.2 acresLot Size
1984Year Built
Green HomeProperty Type

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Purchase Price ($)Down Payment
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Loan Amount
$255,200
Annual Interest Rate
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Loan Term (years)
Monthly Mortgage Payment
$1,837.11

What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?

Open concept passive solar home with a wood burning Kodiak stove. New windows in 2010 New Insulated Shades 2010 Whole-house power generator installed in 2012 New roof in 2009 Whole house wood burning stove Whole house centrally located ceiling fan Instant heat hot water heater in 2009 2 free standing gas heaters 2009

Property Description

Freedom from high-energy bills without giving up any of the conveniences of a modern home. 2600+/- sf custom-built cedar passive solar 2-story home on 3+ acres. Occupied by the original owners. 400+/- sf addition:2009. Over-sized 1-car garage: 2012. Additional shed installed in 1985. Open floor plan:3-4 BR, 3 full BH, sun-room, 2 LR, den, FR, DR, kitchen, storage areas, attic storage, walk-in closets, hot tub, large attached 2-car garage. A home where the sun provides up to 75% of the heat. A wood burning stove can handle the rest. Electric bills averages about $125/month! Includes a hot tub, HW, dryer). 2 gas heat sources and a bathroom powered by an instant hot water gas heater guarantees heat and hot water when everything else fails! No need to sacrifice comfort for economy and independence. For added security, a whole house generator handles outages! Beautifully landscaped property offering a serene and peaceful escape from the world with the ability to entertain groups from 5-50.

Neighborhood Description

Country setting yet close to essentials like banks, shopping, etc. Each home has approximately 3-5 acres.

Market Area

Schnecksville is a small community approximately 20 miles from Allentown, 25 miles from Bethlehem, 60 miles from Philadelphia and 90 miles to New York City.

School District

Located in Northwestern School District

Community

Small suburban subdivision of approximately 13-15 homes

Location of Home or Land

Suburban

Elevation of Home

Mountain

Air Quality

Agriculture in Areayes
Industry in Areano
Air Pollution in Areayes
Pesticide Freeyes
Fragrance Freeyes
Cleaned with Green Productsyes

Interior Environment

Heating System
Fireplace
Electric Radiant
Forced Air - Gas
Solar - Passive
Wood Stove
Cooling System
Conventional Forced Air - A/C
Passive Cooling
Other
Ventilation System
Whole House Fan
Whole House Filtration
None
Whole House Vacuumno

Energy & Water

Energy System
Off the Grid
Water System
Well
Wastewater System
Septic System

Construction Information

Exterior Finish
Wood
Interior Finish
Cement Plaster
Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock
Interior Paint
Other
Floor Material
Carpet
Linoleum
Tile
Wood - Solid
Roof Material
Asphalt Composition Shingle
Window Material
Wood Dual Glazed
Insulation Material
Fiberglass
Urethane Foam

Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carportyes
Garage Typeattached
Number of Cars2
Garage Area450 sqft

Contact Seller

Listing ID : 19586