ENERGY Living in an energy efficiently built home will not only save you money but you will also be doing your part to save our planet. Colington Glen homes are built utilizing Green Building Techniques to save 50% to 75% of electric usage and 30% of water usage, which equates to dollars saved.
COMFORT AND HEALTH Materials used in Colington Glen homes do not release toxic "off-gases" and are used in most Green Building Techniques. HEPA whole house air filtration systems insure that air you breath is free of molds, allergens, bacteria, odors and other toxins.
CLIMATE Colington Glen is located on The Outer Banks of North Carolina, a Mid-Atlantic state. This means the summers are not as hot as the more southern states and the winters not as cold as the more northern states. Air conditioning and heating bills are lower than most areas.
QUALITY OF LIFE Colington Glen is a quiet spot of woods and wetlands that is home to the White Egret, the Great Blue Heron, Osprey, Deer, Fox, and other natural inhabitants. The beautiful beaches of The Outer Banks are less than ten minutes away. You can enjoy the best of two lifestyles - The Beach and The Woods.
TAXES The tax base for 2007 is .4050/$100. An example would be: A $600,000 property would have a yearly real estate tax of $2,430. Compared to most taxes around the country, THAT is a reasonable tax! Sales tax is currently 6.75%. |