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10 Eco-Friendly Seattle Homes To Go Green Over

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If we asked you what your home's HERS score was, would you know? If so, or if you even know what the heck a HERS score is to begin with, you're probably interested in eco-friendly construction and homes around Seattle.

Let's say it's time for you to buy a house, and you have a sweet wad of cash to blow on an eco-friendly pad with a HERS score of less than 70. Your friends will be impressed to know that a HERS score of 70 or below means your house is at least 30% more energy efficient than their standard home. Contributor Elizabeth Tudor decided find out what you can get around town when it comes to energy-efficient, eco-friendly living, ranging from $500K to $1.3M...

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2720 3rd Ave, PH - $1.295M

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Living inside a building made of concrete and cement does not make you any less environmentally aware, especially when it's Built Green and LEED certified. Dance for the penthouse loft gods as you appreciate your view of Puget Sound.

4007 49th Ave S - $1.2M

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This remodeled beauty has earned its place among the firs with energy efficient Miele appliances, reclaimed wood, big windows, and a shower spacious enough for six. Shower together to save water! The view of Lake Washington gives you a reason to get up in the morning.

151 Euclid Ave - $895K

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You can actually dance naked around this house because trees surround it and hide you. Cool off in your library, and emerge with a pipe and book. Enjoy mountain and lake views on one of your three decks.

2703 Franklin Ave E - $799K

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A brand spanking new 4-Star Built Green luxury complex with views of Lake Union, Gas Works Park, and perfect sunsets. You and your neighbors will exchange genuine smiles because a third party has verified your building's green certifications. This is why you dance naked every night.

4500 Fremont Ave N - $699K

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Contemporary and spacious townhome Built Green in central Fremont location. Top floor master suite includes a 5 piece master bath and huge walk-in closet. High-end finishes throughout including granite slab counters, stainless appliances, a built-in 50 bottle wine fridge, hardwoods, limestone and marble.

1901 E Pine St - $679K

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b9 Architects, the brains behind this 5-Star Built Green townhouse made of reclaimed materials, have won two architectural awards. If you're into nude gardening, don't forget you share your garden with the people who live in the other six townhouses.

506 B 26th Ave S - $575K

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The grey tiled shower and bath combination is spacious enough for five water conscious adults to get clean in together. Remember to keep the shades drawn over the floor to ceiling windows as you celebrate being alive inside a 4-Star Built Green townhouse.

4306 36th Ave W - $559K

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If you're feeling daring and crazy enough, you can run naked in Discovery Park next door. This 5-Star Built Green townhouse is pre-wired for solar panels, has heated floors in the bathrooms, and energy efficient Bosch appliances.

107 A 19 Ave - $539K

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You will never want to leave your design conscious 4-Star Built Green electric blue house with bright green walls and African mahogany floors. Admire the outline of your pale naked body in the shiny stainless steel cabinets and appliances.

1762 18th Ave S - $499K

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A Dwell home with a white refrigerator: I die! Ladies, go check this place out, or men, if you're looking for a place your wife will love, this is it. The Australian Cypress floors are gorgeous, but the DJ Booth must go.

2720 3rd Ave, PH - $1.295M

Living inside a building made of concrete and cement does not make you any less environmentally aware, especially when it's Built Green and LEED certified. Dance for the penthouse loft gods as you appreciate your view of Puget Sound.

4007 49th Ave S - $1.2M

This remodeled beauty has earned its place among the firs with energy efficient Miele appliances, reclaimed wood, big windows, and a shower spacious enough for six. Shower together to save water! The view of Lake Washington gives you a reason to get up in the morning.

151 Euclid Ave - $895K

You can actually dance naked around this house because trees surround it and hide you. Cool off in your library, and emerge with a pipe and book. Enjoy mountain and lake views on one of your three decks.

2703 Franklin Ave E - $799K

A brand spanking new 4-Star Built Green luxury complex with views of Lake Union, Gas Works Park, and perfect sunsets. You and your neighbors will exchange genuine smiles because a third party has verified your building's green certifications. This is why you dance naked every night.

4500 Fremont Ave N - $699K

Contemporary and spacious townhome Built Green in central Fremont location. Top floor master suite includes a 5 piece master bath and huge walk-in closet. High-end finishes throughout including granite slab counters, stainless appliances, a built-in 50 bottle wine fridge, hardwoods, limestone and marble.

1901 E Pine St - $679K

b9 Architects, the brains behind this 5-Star Built Green townhouse made of reclaimed materials, have won two architectural awards. If you're into nude gardening, don't forget you share your garden with the people who live in the other six townhouses.

506 B 26th Ave S - $575K

The grey tiled shower and bath combination is spacious enough for five water conscious adults to get clean in together. Remember to keep the shades drawn over the floor to ceiling windows as you celebrate being alive inside a 4-Star Built Green townhouse.

4306 36th Ave W - $559K

If you're feeling daring and crazy enough, you can run naked in Discovery Park next door. This 5-Star Built Green townhouse is pre-wired for solar panels, has heated floors in the bathrooms, and energy efficient Bosch appliances.

107 A 19 Ave - $539K

You will never want to leave your design conscious 4-Star Built Green electric blue house with bright green walls and African mahogany floors. Admire the outline of your pale naked body in the shiny stainless steel cabinets and appliances.

1762 18th Ave S - $499K

A Dwell home with a white refrigerator: I die! Ladies, go check this place out, or men, if you're looking for a place your wife will love, this is it. The Australian Cypress floors are gorgeous, but the DJ Booth must go.