The hidden value of electric.

But you say that you found a 5 acres parcel for only a few thousand dollars? That's such a cheap price how can you go wrong?

It's true that there are plenty of inexpensive lots available in the area. In fact you should be able to get a real cheap lot about a mile from the power. And to get power TO that parcel you'll only need to spend about $100,000. That's 5,280 feet X $20 a foot = $105,600. Don't forget to add the cost of the transformer and the meter pole/pedestal. Still think that cheap parcel was a great deal?

How about a better parcel for a few more thousand dollars?

You don't have to worry about it because this parcel has power lines on it so the cost will be minimal, a transformer and a meter pole/pedestal. For less than the price of a vacation you'll be able to tap into the power grid. Even if you decide to try solar/wind power someday you may change your mind and want to connect. With the power running across the front of your property that option will always be less expensive than it will be with parcels farther away from the lines.