sdc, I am not backing off one bit. Superior is relative not absolute. In this case, the home in question is superior to the typical home in the area for a number of reasons. For those reasons, it sold quicker than most and for a higher price. Home like that will fare better. I dont beleive there is any question.
I have never said superior homes are immune to price drops and Id like to know one person who did. What has been said is that superior properties will fare better in the face of price drops. If you need an example this home is a good one.
BTW it is a good block away from the utlity easement. I have several years of experience selling RE and understand buyers sentiment toward very well. I personally hate power lines esthetically. I dont believe in the harmful effects many ascribe to and consider it just plain ugly.
If they were so dangerous wouldnt every lineman who works on them daily be dead in 6 months to a year?
I have never sold anything close to them. I would not consider this close and would buy this home myself if it was what I was looking for.