Well, it’s not a real pyramid, at least not the kind you find in Egypt. It did remind me of the Egyptian Pyramids, with their unique shape though.
I was doing some appraisal work in the Trussville, Alabama area of Birmingham and drove past this home. It made me think of what types of homes I might use to compare it to. There are not a lot of homes that look like this and the list of potential comparables would be fairly small or next to nothing. Architectural appeal definitely effects the marketability of a home and should be considered in valuing this property. What type or style of home do you think would be good to use as a comparable. Would this style be a positive or a negative factor?
If you have any real estate appraisal related questions you can call me at 205.243.9304, email me, or connect with me on facebook.
All I know is that I would never say “I am glad I don’t have to appraise that house” because I would get the appraisal order within a few weeks! Seriously though, I have never appraised a pyramid. I have almost appraised a berm (mostly underground) house – the lender cancelled the order when I sent photos of the house.
Bryan, I say the same thing about making comments about homes. Just as soon as you do, you’re getting an order to appraise it. I’ve never seen an underground house. I am sure comps for that are hard to come by too.
I’ve always dreaded the day when I have to appraise a dome home – but this takes the cake. It looks like it has eyes and a mouth. Good luck finding a comp for this beast.
Ben, I’m with you on the dome home. I thought exactly the same thing about the eyes and mouth. I wonder if people notice these things when they are designing the homes.