{"id":5264,"date":"2024-04-22T13:48:21","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T13:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/22\/whos-king-of-going-green-these-10-cities-boast-the-most-eco-friendly-home-listings-in-the-nation\/"},"modified":"2024-04-22T13:48:21","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T13:48:21","slug":"whos-king-of-going-green-these-10-cities-boast-the-most-eco-friendly-home-listings-in-the-nation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/billingsrealtybrokers.paradiseinnovations.com\/index.php\/2024\/04\/22\/whos-king-of-going-green-these-10-cities-boast-the-most-eco-friendly-home-listings-in-the-nation\/","title":{"rendered":"Who\u2019s King of Going Green? These 10 Cities Boast the Most Eco-Friendly Home Listings in the Nation"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Our homes are all getting a bit greener these days\u2014and not just because it\u2019s spring.<\/p>\n

While eco-conscious features are gaining popularity across the country, certain areas are doing a better job at protecting the environment than others. And new research by Realtor.com\u00ae<\/a> suggests that we can all tip our hats to California\u2014particularly Yuba City<\/a>,\u00a0located just 40 miles north of Sacramento.<\/p>\n

This city, along with five more in the Golden State, topped our list of the 10 metropolitan areas with the nation\u2019s most eco-friendly real estate listings.<\/p>\n

Cities in the West and Southwest (in states such as Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico) lead the way, taking all 10 slots with their green offerings.<\/p>\n

This analysis culled Realtor.com listing descriptions for eco-friendly keywords\u2014such as \u201ceco-conscious,\u201d \u201czero-energy,\u201d and \u201csolar panels\u201d\u2014then divided that figure by the total listings for these metropolitan areas.<\/p>\n

The reason certain states shine in the environmental arena might have to do in part with state and local policies making it a priority.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s worth noting that there are both carrots and sticks nudging homeowners to adopt more eco-friendly features,\u201d says Realtor.com\u00a0Chief Economist\u00a0Danielle Hale<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

For instance, the Inflation Reduction Act<\/span><\/a> included at least two provisions to rebate households for making electric and energy-efficient improvements.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are many state and local-area incentives,\u201d she adds. \u201cLocal governments are not just relying on incentives to change behavior. California\u2014already a leader in solar panels in homes\u2014mandated solar panels for new residential construction several years ago.\u201d<\/p>\n

Recent research at WalletHub<\/a> confirms that California is indeed the king of the greenest states, citing its low overall energy consumption per capita and its second-highest number of alternative fuel stations per capita.<\/p>\n

And while making these green changes isn\u2019t always cheap, folks are finally coming around to the idea that installing them makes sense over time.<\/p>\n

\u201cInstead of seeing sustainable homebuilding as a barrier or cost to overcome, it\u2019s now a lever to maintain affordability,\u201d says Dan Bridleman<\/strong>, senior vice president of sustainability for\u00a0KB Home<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here are the top 10 metro areas in the U.S. with the greenest listings, plus some homes for sale offering earth-friendly features.<\/p>\n

1. Yuba City, CA<\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 12.3%<\/strong><\/p>\n

This Northern California city has the highest share of green listings\u2014but not all eco-friendly features are as flashy as solar panels. For instance, the property below<\/a> for sale for $499,000 boasts dual-paned windows<\/a>. This upgrade improves energy efficiency via a layer of argon gas that acts as insulation between the panes. It also works as soundproofing.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This Yuba City, CA, home for $499,000 has dual-paned windows.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

2. Vallejo, CA<\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 10.6%<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Vallejo, a San Francisco Bay Area city, this pretty pink house is on the market<\/a> for $765,000 and has a paid-in-full solar system, plus a Tesla battery that can store solar energy for later use.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This Vallejo, CA, home has solar panels plus a recent price cut of $30,000, to $765,000.<\/p>\n

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3. Tucson, AZ <\/a><\/h2>\n<\/p>

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 8.3%<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Southwest has tons of sun, which is why home listings in the area tend to tout their solar capacity. The property below<\/a><\/span> asking for $477,000 features leased solar, which means you don\u2019t own the units outright but pay a monthly fee for them. But you can still benefit by using this energy source to slash your electric bill.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This three-bedroom Tucson, AZ, home with leased solar panels is for sale for $477,000.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

4. Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 8.2%<\/strong><\/p>\n

This metro trifecta in Southern California features loads of green listings, including this architectural dream home<\/a> in Thousand Oaks for $1,585,000. The property used sustainable marble from Vermont on the kitchen counters\u2014which is green because sourcing natural, long-lasting stone reduces the level of volatile organic compounds in the home.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This beauty in Thousand Oaks, CA, is available for $1,585,000.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

5. San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms<\/strong>: 8.1%<\/p>\n

Thick green lawns are becoming a thing of the past as the excess water and pesticides required to keep them looking nice aren\u2019t good for the environment. Instead, hardscaping can be a smart solution, as shown in this San Diego listing below<\/a>, up for grabs for $2,249,900.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This San Diego, CA, home is for sale for $2,249,900.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

6. Fort Collins, CO <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms<\/strong>: 8.0%<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for the ultimate green home, this beauty below<\/a> for $859,256 takes the cake. The structure is both LEED- and Energy Star-certified. Plus, it\u2019s a Zero Energy Ready Home\u2014a term that promises the highest quality building materials and energy-efficient systems. A ZERH is so well insulated, you\u2019ll be living in your own carbon-free zone and enjoying a net-zero energy bill.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This highly energy-efficient Fort Collins, CO, home is listed for $859,256.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

7. Stockton, CA <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 7.9%<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stockton is a sunny clime in Northern California with rays for days\u2014and this home<\/a> for $639,000 takes full advantage. The listing touts a Tesla solar system that\u2019s completely paid for, allowing you an energy-efficient life and low carbon footprint.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Check out this Stockton, CA, home for $639,000.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

8. Greeley, CO <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 7.6%<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sure, there\u2019s lots of room for solar panels or an edible garden near this house<\/a> asking for $511,608, but Colorado also has lots of cold days. Fortunately, this property was built with a 95% energy-efficient furnace, which means it uses sealed combustion when heating. The result: You\u2019ll use less natural gas and see a smaller monthly bill.<\/p>\n

<\/a>This new build in Greeley, CO, is $511,608.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

9. Los Alamos, NM <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms: 7.5%<\/strong><\/p>\n

Desert living comes with extreme temperatures on both ends of the thermometer. This house<\/a> for $869,000 has you covered, however, as the listing boasts energy-efficient mechanicals (heat, ventilation, and air conditioning).<\/p>\n

<\/a>This Los Alamos, NM, ranch-style home is asking for $869,000.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

10. San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA <\/a><\/h2>\n

Share of listings with eco-friendly terms<\/strong>: 7.4%<\/p>\n

Newly renovated with the environment in mind, this eco-friendly home<\/a> for sale for $2,180,000 features dual-pane windows, energy-saving recessed lighting, and an artificial lawn so you can save on your water bill.<\/p>\n

<\/a>Live in San Jose, CA: This one\u2019s priced at $2,180,000.<\/p>\n

Realtor.com<\/p>\n

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