I can't afford to build but I want a green home as well. I am actually in the market to buy a "new" to me home. In this market, I must be crazy, but I have a new job and I have to move to another state.

Anyone have any ideas on what I should be looking for in an existing home to help me transition to a green home. I don't think I can afford or even find a green home in the area I am looking.

Are there anythings I should avoid? Any features that will help more than others?

Thank you in advance for your help?

Some questions that might help narrow down the options.

Are you living alone or with a significant other, children or other?
How much stuff do you have and are you willing to part with some of it?
What type of lifestyle do you lead?
Are there multiple living options where you are moving?
How much can you spend to do this?

I myself wouldn't buy a home right now. The condo market is where I myself want to put my money. It may be more expensive, but some of the amenities are worth it. I also like the idea of condensing populations and resource draws.

If you want to go with the home, you might be limited on your green purchase and have to focus on green renovations.

I hope that I can give you some better advice and maybe some others can chime in too.

I live alone, but I really would love to see that change someday and I want my home to be less of a bachelor pad than my current home.

I am not a material possession kind of guy. I can sell it all if I don't have the room for it.

I am somewhat active, but I do like to unwind to the television or radio and like to have a place to relax.

There are many options ranging from condos to duplexes to single family homes. I am not sure which way to go.

I can spend a little over the average. I would just rather not say about the money though.

Are condos considered green? I like the idea of a built-in community and the idea of sharing space with others in a high density situation. I worry that this isn't a good way to invest my money though. Is it as good as a home?