A in Maryland that has just appeared on the market has been making waves due to its unusual subterranean design . At first glance , the residence at 8305 Poplar Hill Drive in the town of Clinton – population 26,000 - looks like any other stately two-story colonial-style home , complete with a red-brick facade and elegant white columns propping up a loggia . Scroll down for video . What lies beneath : This two-story home in Prince George ’ s County , Michigan , was built partially underground in 2006 . Buried alive : Most of the house is buried under about 25 feet of dirt , which provides natural insulation . Do n't judge a book by its cover : At first glance , the residence at 8305 Poplar Hill Drive in the town of Clinton – population 26,000 - looks like any other stately two-story colonial-style home . Topography : The 3,300-square-foot home sits on 1.3 acres of land . But take a few steps to the side , and the true nature of the house is revealed : it 's been built partially underground . The Clinton house has all the bells and whistles of any above-ground dwelling , plus it is eco-friendly . The home ’ s underground design provides a natural insulation , thanks to which its owners will be paying on average only $ 150 a month in utility bills , according to the real estate listing . The house , conjured up by Formworks Buildings , an architecture firm that specializes in earth-sheltered 'green ' homes , measures 3,300 square feet and sits on 1.3 acres of land . Spacious : The house features three bedrooms and two fool bathrooms . Sustainable design : The house was designed by Formworks Buildings , an architecture firm that specializes in earth-sheltered 'green ' homes . Major savings : The home 's future owners will be paying on average only $ 150 a month in utility bills . Inviting : The rooms in the house are painted a pleasant off-white hue , and thanks to an abundance of windows there is plenty of light . Convenient : The property comes with an above-ground detached two-car garage . The home is the brainchild of architect Dale Percy , who has described it as his perfect project , according to MyFox DC . Despite its quirky look , the residence has all the conveniences of modern living : three bedrooms , two full bathrooms , a detached two-car garage , a fireplace and a gourmet kitchen with a separate dining room . According to the team at Keller Williams Select Realtors , which is handling the sale of the property , doomsday preppers will especially appreciate the home ’ s underground structure . Doomsday prepper 's paradise : The listing jokingly points out that whoever lives in this underground bunker will be safe in the event of a zombie apocalypse . Cozy : The well-insulated subterranean haven even comes with a fireplace ( pictured ) Sleek design : The residence features two modern-looking tiled bathrooms . At least one of the bathrooms is equipped with a built-in soaking tub . Money talks : Constructed in 2006 , the Clinton home is currently being sold for $ 425,000 . ‘ So what is it about this home that makes it so fantastic ? Well , aside from the obvious fact that it ’ s probably your best chance to stay safe should we ever see a zombie apocalypse , just imagine how jealous friends and family would be when they find out you ’ ve just purchased the coolest home in Maryland ! , ’ the listing jokingly states . Constructed in 2006 , the Clinton home is currently being sold for $ 425,000 .
Two-story home in Prince George ’ s County , Maryland , was built partially underground in 2006 . Most of the 3,300-square-foot dwelling is buried under 3,300 square feet of dirt , which provides natural insulation . Subterranean home has a colonial-style red-brick facade with stately columns . The three-bedroom , two-bath home is listed for $ 425,000 . The listing jokingly reads that whoever owns the home will be safe in the event of a zombie apocalypse .