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New solar, LEED units in Los Angeles area

MBK Homes is constructing 97 new solar and LEED certified townhomes and live-work units located in the southern portion of Gardena, Calif., at 1600 W. Artesia Blvd.


By Mary Beth Nevulis, HousingZone Contributing Editor August 11, 2011
solar homes, green homes, energy efficient homes, MBK

MBK Homes is constructing 97 new solar and LEED certified townhomes and live-work units located in the southern portion of Gardena, Calif., at 1600 W. Artesia Blvd.

Situated on 5.56 acres, 1600 at Artesia Square includes 63 new townhomes and 34 live-work units. All homes are LEED certified and come standard with a 20-year pre-paid solar lease. The three-story townhomes will offer four floorplan options ranging in size from 1,706 to 2,212 square feet with up to 4 bedrooms, 2 to 3.5 baths and attached garages. Prices start in the low $400s.

The live-work units will offer three floorplan options ranging in size from 1,766 to 2,309 square feet with first floors devoted to flexible office and home-based business space, and upper floors reserved for contemporary living with up to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Prices start in the mid $400s. 

For more information: www.mbkhomes.com

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