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What Is an ADU? An ADU is a secondary residential unit built on the same lot as a primary home. It can be a detached structure in your backyard, a garage conversion, an addition attached to your main home, or a basement/interior conversion. ADUs typically range from 400 to 1,200 sq. ft. and include a full kitchen, bathroom, and living space, making them fully functional homes. Why San Diego Homeowners Are Building ADUs San Diego's housing costs rank among the highest in the n

San Diego is one of the most desirable places to live in the United States, and also one of the most expensive. As housing costs continue to rise and space becomes increasingly limited, many homeowners are discovering a smart, flexible solution: Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs. Whether you call them granny flats, in-law suites, or backyard cottages, ADUs are transforming the way San Diegans think about their properties. 1. Generate Rental Income One of the biggest financia

California homeowners have a unique opportunity to increase their property value and generate steady rental income by building accessory dwelling units (ADUs). State law allows any property to have up to two ADUs, which can significantly boost both the market value and cash flow of a residential property. This post explores how constructing two 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ADUs on a single property can increase its value by over $850,000, while also providing a reliable rental incom

The Mistake: Thinking "Square Footage" is the Only Metric Most homeowners start by asking, "What is the cost per square foot?" While that’s a fair question for a standard home, it’s the wrong starting point for an ADU. The biggest cause of error and massive budget overruns, is failing to account for Site Preparation and Utility Upgrades. Garage conversion Why This Happens Because ADUs are "accessory" units, they have to "piggyback" off your existing home's infrastructure. Ma