Sustainability & Off-Grid Real Estate Expert, Theresa Lunn, Gives Tour of “Apocalypse Proof” Property to National Publication
In light of growing concerns about global instability, an increasing number of wealthy buyers are investing in remote properties, self-sufficient estates and even fortified bunkers to prepare for potential disruptions or disasters. United Country Real Estate | Western Montana Group broker and office owner, Theresa Lunn, spent some time with The New Yorker journalist, Patricia Marx, to tour and discuss the unique aspects of this property type. Marx, in her article titled, “Real-Estate Shopping For The Apocalypse,” she covered their conversation and other survivalist real estate properties.
Lunn led the journalist through a bunker property with a top-secret location (all we can tell you is that it is near Yellowstone National Park) while detailing the industry. While walking around the drainage pipe, wooden bunks and barrels stocked with walnuts and wheat, Lunn detailed how the property was original made by a former cult leader as a means to outlive the Armageddon. Obviously, her prediction of the world ending in 1990 did not come about, so now this rare piece of real estate is available for anyone trying to plan for a worst-case scenario.
Many of these survivalist properties contain alternative energy sources, like solar panels, geothermal energy, wind turbines and more. Additionally, they utilize off-grid systems, cutting utility costs and providing security in case of disasters, as well as self-reliant amenities like farmland, livestock and gardens. Water sources are a key aspect of a successful off-grid and survivalist estate. Wells and springs along with advanced water catchment systems, provide reliable hydration for residents, so be sure to have a plan and a contingency plan to ensure you and your loved ones have access to clean water no matter the situation outdoors.
While a disconnection to the outside world may be the exact reason one would seek an off-grid property or bunker, having access to internet, cellular service or a satellite phone can be extremely beneficial if doomsday does come. Being able to alert emergency services or contact loves ones from far away can dramatically change the quality of life of bunker residents.
More buyers are seeking these off-grid, sustainable or survivalists real estate properties for a range of different reasons. Some are wanting to prepare for what they see as an inevitable nuclear war while others are more fearful of disease spreading for an even worse, long-term pandemic situation. Others search for these properties far and away from civilization as they have grown to fear their neighbors. Whatever circumstance leads you to seeking a back-up, or perhaps even full-time, residence that allows you to survive the most extreme situations, this real estate inventory is growing.
There are a lot of things to consider when buying a sustainable property, even more than other real estate types. That is why it is critical to team up with a sustainable, off-grid, survivalist real estate expert who understands the nuances and necessities when it comes to these properties. Contact a United Country Real Estate agent near you to start your journey towards your perfect “apocalypse proof” property today!
