A couple of readers suggest regional price comparisons for a topic. "Why would $325K get you a crack shack in grimy SoCal, while the same money will get you this in North Dakota?"

A reply, "You see in that ad where it says 'WINDY'?? That may give you a clue….. On a serious note, your point is well taken…If you reduce it down to basic quality of life issues; food, health, family & friends we can pretty much live anywhere can’t we ??"

Another said, "Brrrrrr. I’d like to see some pics around January. Of course, with global warming, it could be like Phoenix real soon."

One considers amenities. "Dang…sweet! But (there is always a 'but' right) you would really have to enjoy isolation to live in this house. I want my kids to have lots of friends to hang out with, good restaurants to enjoy, and entertainment, so I’m destined to be in the suburbs of a major city."

And another said, "Or, spend just a little more (or low ball) and live safe as a hobbit in this dwelling 'secretly' secured in Durango, Co."