The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) says the most desirable features in a typical single-family home include walk-in closets in the master bedroom, low-e windows, a laundry room and a great room. Energy efficiency is also at the top of the list with Energy-Star appliances and windows, and programmable thermostats. According to data from the 2009 American Housing Survey (AHS), MHProNews.com has learned on a median per-square foot basis for electricity use, home owners spent 78 cents per square foot per year, as opposed to 65 cents per square-foot per year for new homes. Other features new homeowners want include granite countertops, a double sink and a central island in the kitchen. On the outside people opt for a front porch, outdoor lighting and a patio. ##

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