ᐅ Construction of a 144 sqm bungalow in Fichtenwalde (near Potsdam)
Created on: 16 May 2021 18:56
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Acof1978
Then I would also like to introduce our building project here and keep you updated.
First, a brief introduction about us. He (42.5 years; controller in healthcare), she (38.5 years; full-time teacher), child (8.75 years; fully dependent). Our household net income is currently about €6,400 (approximately $6,800) plus performance bonuses, 13th-month salary, overtime, etc. We own a 1,462 sqm (15,735 sq ft) plot of land in Fichtenwalde. The remaining debt on the land is €37,000 (about $39,000). According to official land value guidelines, the land is valued at €146,200 (about $156,000) (€100 / sqm). The market price is around €400,000 to €600,000 (recent sale prices). We submitted the building permit application including the land conversion at the end of December. We expect approval by mid to late July.
The construction company is KB Brandis from Jüterbog. External site supervision will be handled by Bauherrenhilfe with 13 appointments.
Now about the house. It will be a 144 sqm (1,550 sq ft) bungalow plus a 12 sqm (130 sq ft) covered terrace with the following additions:
- Ceiling height 3.00 m (9.8 ft)
- Electric roller shutters (including smart home integration)
- Double-sided laminated windows (wood-colored; RC3 security rating)
- Brine-to-water heat pump with ground collectors due to water protection area (Bosch Compress 7800i LW)
- Hydraulic balancing of the underfloor heating
- Controlled residential ventilation with heat recovery (Bosch)
- Motion detectors from a security company
- 13 kWp photovoltaic system, including battery preparation
- 10 m³ (2,650 gal) cistern for rainwater use
- Doorbell with video function
- Wallbox preparation for electric vehicle charging
- Exterior lighting
Floor plan attached.
We have not yet finalized financing (although discussions have taken place). So far, we have invested up to €30,000 (approximately $32,000) from our own savings during the planning phase. This is almost all of our equity. However, we continue to save about €2,750 (approximately $2,920) per month. The monthly mortgage payment is expected to be around €1,650 (about $1,750) plus additional costs of approximately €200-250 (about $210-265) (taking into account the photovoltaic system). This means when we move into the house, we will still have savings of at least €1,500 (about $1,590) per month.
The construction contract will be signed within the next few weeks. The prices (recently discussed with the company) correspond to the offer and commitment as of September 2020.
The price per square meter of the house (according to the latest offer and full specification) will be €2,700 (about $2,870). This includes everything, such as painting, flooring, etc. The overall costs are structured as follows:
House: €378,000 (about $402,000)
Land conversion including reclassification: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Additional building costs: €40,000 (about $42,500)
Outdoor facilities: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Total financing volume: €468,000 (about $498,000)
First, a brief introduction about us. He (42.5 years; controller in healthcare), she (38.5 years; full-time teacher), child (8.75 years; fully dependent). Our household net income is currently about €6,400 (approximately $6,800) plus performance bonuses, 13th-month salary, overtime, etc. We own a 1,462 sqm (15,735 sq ft) plot of land in Fichtenwalde. The remaining debt on the land is €37,000 (about $39,000). According to official land value guidelines, the land is valued at €146,200 (about $156,000) (€100 / sqm). The market price is around €400,000 to €600,000 (recent sale prices). We submitted the building permit application including the land conversion at the end of December. We expect approval by mid to late July.
The construction company is KB Brandis from Jüterbog. External site supervision will be handled by Bauherrenhilfe with 13 appointments.
Now about the house. It will be a 144 sqm (1,550 sq ft) bungalow plus a 12 sqm (130 sq ft) covered terrace with the following additions:
- Ceiling height 3.00 m (9.8 ft)
- Electric roller shutters (including smart home integration)
- Double-sided laminated windows (wood-colored; RC3 security rating)
- Brine-to-water heat pump with ground collectors due to water protection area (Bosch Compress 7800i LW)
- Hydraulic balancing of the underfloor heating
- Controlled residential ventilation with heat recovery (Bosch)
- Motion detectors from a security company
- 13 kWp photovoltaic system, including battery preparation
- 10 m³ (2,650 gal) cistern for rainwater use
- Doorbell with video function
- Wallbox preparation for electric vehicle charging
- Exterior lighting
Floor plan attached.
We have not yet finalized financing (although discussions have taken place). So far, we have invested up to €30,000 (approximately $32,000) from our own savings during the planning phase. This is almost all of our equity. However, we continue to save about €2,750 (approximately $2,920) per month. The monthly mortgage payment is expected to be around €1,650 (about $1,750) plus additional costs of approximately €200-250 (about $210-265) (taking into account the photovoltaic system). This means when we move into the house, we will still have savings of at least €1,500 (about $1,590) per month.
The construction contract will be signed within the next few weeks. The prices (recently discussed with the company) correspond to the offer and commitment as of September 2020.
The price per square meter of the house (according to the latest offer and full specification) will be €2,700 (about $2,870). This includes everything, such as painting, flooring, etc. The overall costs are structured as follows:
House: €378,000 (about $402,000)
Land conversion including reclassification: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Additional building costs: €40,000 (about $42,500)
Outdoor facilities: €25,000 (about $26,600)
Total financing volume: €468,000 (about $498,000)
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pagoni20208 Jul 2021 23:06Acof1978 schrieb:
Now back to the flooring. We've moved away from vinyl. The question now is: parquet or tiles? We're a bit concerned about parquet, especially regarding chairs in the office and living room. Won't the parquet get damaged quickly? We have second-choice Meister parquet everywhere and also use bar stools, etc. We don't have small children anymore, but this type of parquet is quite durable. Of course, tiles are more robust and harder, but you have to like that. You will find supporters and opponents of both options—and they are all right.
I am always pro-wood, and that was also the case when the kids were still at home. My philosophy is that something breaks immediately if dropped on stone or tile floors; also, you don’t fall as hard on wood as on stone, plus it feels warmer underfoot. Once you’ve finally decided on wood (which is also easier to install yourself), you have to choose between glue-down or floating installation, and again, there are pros and cons to both. 😀 😀 😀
I don’t like wood-look tiles at all—I prefer a clear choice: either wood or stone. That’s why I wouldn’t buy vegan sausages either. 🤨
Schimi17919 Jul 2021 05:24Almost every type of flooring has been discussed extensively here in the forum 😉
Regarding hardwood flooring, my sister got really upset when new furniture was delivered. Although no scratches occurred, there were shiny sanding marks on the freshly sanded and sealed hardwood floor.
Regarding hardwood flooring, my sister got really upset when new furniture was delivered. Although no scratches occurred, there were shiny sanding marks on the freshly sanded and sealed hardwood floor.
The photovoltaic system provider has now been decided. After no response from the photovoltaic forum for several months, I chose Gexx aeroSol. It is a local company, and I have heard only positive feedback about them from the builders in this forum.
A 13.26 kWp system including power optimizers will be installed for €16,200 (approx. $17,500). This consists of 25 modules on the southwest-facing roof and 14 modules on the southeast-facing roof.
Does anyone have recent experience with battery storage? My last information was around €1,000 (approx. $1,080) per kW. Unfortunately, that makes it economically unviable.
A 13.26 kWp system including power optimizers will be installed for €16,200 (approx. $17,500). This consists of 25 modules on the southwest-facing roof and 14 modules on the southeast-facing roof.
Does anyone have recent experience with battery storage? My last information was around €1,000 (approx. $1,080) per kW. Unfortunately, that makes it economically unviable.
Acof1978 schrieb:
Does anyone have any recent experience with storage batteries?We're waiting for the rechargeable cars, battery prices will be significantly cheaper, and you can still drive around with them, plus you get to be a real eco-friendly person as a balance for your wood stove 😉
Nida35a schrieb:
We are waiting for electric vehicles with swappable batteries, battery prices much cheaper, and you can still drive around with them,
and you’ll be quite eco-friendly as a balance for your wood stove 😉I also think this is just the preparation phase; I will meet with battery and wallbox providers first and then decide.
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