Is Eco-friendly purchase worth the cost?

A recent survey among 14 prospects who are first time buyers. Other than price, location, amenities, convenience, security, layout, they were ask to rate the importance of the following eco-friendly features if they were to be taken into consideration. Rated from 1 out of 5 points for each question (with 5 being the most important in what they want to get most out of a green home)

[4]      State of Art Technology: leading edge energy and mechanical systems technology, rain water collector, solar water heating

[5]      Cost Savings: greater energy efficiency in the long run, lower operation cost

[4]      Sustainable and recycled products and finishes: low emission from toxic chemicals from glues, paints, stains, to  improve indoor air quality and save your lungs

[3]      New innovations in lighting and building material

[4]      Choosing Builders that favors and provide more durable products, energy efficient appliances, and water conserving fixtures

[5]      Sustain Culturally: designing a good looking building that fits

[3]      Sustain Socially: being part of the urban fabric of the city

[3]      Sustain Economic: viable and manageable in the long term

[2]      Buildings affiliated with Autoshare or Zip programs (car sharing)

[1]      Live in a building that is a model for challenges of urban sustainability

Do you feel the same way?