In fact, over the past four years studies of Portland area home sales show a consistent trend that third-party certification continues to result in higher sales price. Homes in Seattle and Portland marketed with energy efficiency certifications sold faster on average too, as compared to homes without certifications. In San Diego and Sacramento, researchers found that solar panel installations increased appraised home values, leading to a 97% recovery on investment—much higher than typical home improvements such as major kitchen and bathroom renovations.
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The Washington Post: Is Green Good for Home Resale Value?
Los Angeles Times: Energy-Efficient Homes Seem to Sell Faster, Fetch Higher Prices
