Inspiring greener living in charming Martinez! 627 Theresa Street - $586,000

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac and nestled among majestic trees along Alhambra Creek, this extraordinary custom-built home is truly a rare find.  Masterfully constructed with eco-friendly techniques in mind, this fabulous two-story home provides generous living space in its 2055 square feet and boasts 3 large bedrooms and 3 full baths, with a bonus media room that could easily transform into a 4th bedroom or office… so many possibilities!  With an open kitchen and dining/living room area, the convenient floor plan and large backyard with spacious deck are ideal for entertaining with friends and family.  Centrally located with easy access to Highway 4, and just minutes from the Marina and charming downtown Martinez.  Walking distance to Alhambra Senior High School and Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.  Minutes from John Muir National Historical Site and Briones Regional Park.  Move right in to this delightful, sustainable home!

Features
•    Open and airy floorplan
•    New construction with bamboo and concrete floors, granite countertops throughout
•    Spacious master with walk-in closet, separate bath and vanities areas with double sink
•    Energy-efficient features including dual-pane windows throughout
•    Featured on Build It Green’s Home Tour in June 2008
•    Featured on the upcoming Martinez Historic Home Tour
•    Green Point Rated: 210 pts
•    Energy Efficiency =
•    Resource Conservation =
•    Indoor Air Quality =
•    Water Conservation =
•    Community =

GREEN FEATURES

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
•    Solar water heating system: flat-plate collector, 50 gallon storage tank (salvaged collectors, Sun Light & Power installer)
•    4 kW photovoltaic system (Mitsubishi panels, Sun Light & Power installer)
•    Structural insulated panel (SIP) construction (Premier)
•    Insulated concrete form foundation (Greenblock)
•    Insulated hot water pipes
•    41.4% more efficient than Title 24
•    Hydronic radiant floor heat
•    84% efficient tankless water heater (Noritz) for domestic hot water and space heating
•    Energy Star® 16 cu ft refrigerator (Sun Frost)
•    Energy Star® 3 gal/cycle dishwasher (LG)

Resource Conservation
•    50%+ recycling of construction waste
•    10% fly ash, 40% slag concrete, (Central Concrete)
•    Engineered lumber: I–joists, OSB
•    24 inch overhangs and gutters
•    Bamboo flooring (Green Fusion)
•    Exposed concrete as finished floor
•    Extensive salvaged materials from other construction projects, including light fixtures, doors and cabinets
•    Exterior lights shielded to reduce light pollution

Water Conservation
•    On-demand recirculation pump (Metlund)
•    Excavated topsoil stored and protected onsite for reuse in landscaping
•    Native, drought tolerant, turf-free landscaping planned
•    Permeable driveway pavers (Drivable Grass)

Indoor Air Quality
•    Energy Star® bathroom fan vented to the outside (Panasonic)
•    Kitchen range hood vented to the outside (NuTone)
•    Whole house ventilation system (American Aldes Ventergy)
•    No-VOC interior paint
•    Tightly sealed air barrier between garage and living area
•    High-efficiency HVAC filters: MERV 8


SHOWINGS
Sunday Open Houses, 9/29 & 10/5, 2:00-5:00pm
Broker’s Tour, 9/30, 11:00am-2:00pm
Twilight Tour, 10/2, 6:30-8:30pm
On Lockbox and by Appointment

AGENTS
Diane Mateus & Ericka Jennings
Realtor Associates
925.260.7529/510.384.8014
diane@greenkeyrealestate.com
ericka@greenkeyrealestate.com
www.GreenKeyRealEstate.com