One of the first eco-friendly homes ever built is now for sale in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and it could be yours for just under $540,000.
As WZZM 13 News reported, the home was recently listed in October and is perhaps one of the most distinctive properties in the area because of its sustainable features. Homeowner Tom Newhouse, an industrial designer who had dreams of living a “green lifestyle” before it even became popular, explained to the news outlet what makes it so special.
Among the planet-friendly features are the fact that the home is “an Earth-shelter, passive-solar, green roof, energy-efficient building,” according to Newhouse. The home was constructed in 1978, possibly making it one of the oldest passive homes on the market. While it runs on all-electric, renewable energy, Newhouse also has a wood-burning stove for backup in case of power outages…