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North Branch, Minnesota

This home was custom-built by III AD of Mpls. The homeowners use only a wood-burning stove to heat the home in winter, even though there is in-floor heat throughout. The homeowner is a master cabinet-maker and builds in the 1200-sqft Barn.
Energy Efficient HomeStraw baleSmall Home
$2,946Annual Property Tax
$1,596Annual Utility Cost
2Square Feet
3 / 2Beds / Baths
9.2 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
Green HomeProperty Type

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Purchase Price ($)Down Payment
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Loan Amount
$320,000
Annual Interest Rate
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Loan Term (years)
Monthly Mortgage Payment
$2,303.59

What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?

This beautiful home was custom-built and designed by III AD of Minneapolis and was the first straw bale home constructed in Minnesota. Known for their superior efficiency, straw bale homes are remarkably durable and easy to maintain. Straw bale insulation is far superior to that of man-made resources, achieving R values as high as R-50; homes constructed with traditional methods are typically around R-25. The insulation is so strong, in fact, that the homeowners typically use only a wood-burning stove to heat the home in winter, even though the home has in-floor heat throughout both levels. A split A/C system can cool the home in Summer although the excellent tree coverage naturally shades the home and alleviates the need for A/C most days.

Property Description

The property is slightly more than 9 acres, the home is nestled in the woods like a private retreat. The homeowner is a master cabinet-maker and builds his creations in the 1200-square foot barn at the front of the property. A 600-square foot loft is also in the barn, which provides ample storage space. There are also 16 raised-bed gardens with dedicated irrigation!

Neighborhood Description

The property is 9.17 acres, some of which are heavily wooded. The location is not far from town, although it seems a world away. The north branch of the Sunrise River flows through the rear of the property.

Market Area

North Branch is a town in Chisago County, which is part of the 13-county metro Twin Cities. It is located slightly less than one hour north of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

School District

North Branch school district

Community

Small town with modern conveniences

Location of Home or Land

Rural

Elevation of Home

Other

Air Quality

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

Interior Environment

Heating System
Hydronic Floor Heat (radiant)
Cooling System
Conventional Forced Air - A/C
Ventilation System
Heat Exchanger
Whole House Filtration
Other
Whole House Vacuumno

Energy & Water

Water System
Well
Wastewater System
Septic System

Construction Information

Construction Type
Straw bale
Exterior Finish
Stucco
Wood
Interior Finish
Cement Plaster
Interior Paint
Other
Floor Material
Concrete
Roof Material
Asphalt Composition Shingle
Window Material
Wood Dual Glazed
Insulation Material
Other

Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carportyes
Garage Typedetached
Number of Cars1
Garage Area1200 sqft

Property Website

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Listing ID : 19512