An ADU increases your property value by 10–15%, generates $1,200–2,500 in monthly income, and pays for itself in 5–8 years. No renovation offers a better return.
ADUs are the highest-ROI home improvement you can make. In Central Texas — where property values continue to climb — adding a permitted dwelling to your lot compounds that growth with both immediate equity and ongoing income potential.
With fixed pricing, you can calculate your exact return before committing to a single dollar. And because a fully permitted ADU is appraised as a permanent improvement to your property, the value increase is real, bankable equity — not speculation. Pair that with financing options that keep your upfront costs manageable, and the math gets even better. Whether you plan to rent it out or simply hold the asset, your property is worth more the day the build is complete.
Maximize your property value increase with models that command the highest appraisals and rental returns.
The largest footprints in the lineup paired with a premium rooftop deck feature that no other model offers. The Austen commands the highest rents and appraised values — making it the strongest choice for homeowners focused on maximum return on investment.
The largest model overall — up to 672 SF — with traditional gabled roof and optional stone accents that add broad market appeal. The Charles's cottage character resonates with buyers and appraisers alike, making it a strong value-add in any Central Texas neighborhood.
Any Elbow Room model adds property value. The Lynda and Jane are excellent options for tighter budgets or smaller lots.
Both configurations add value — the Residence adds the most appraised worth, while the Suite offers the best return per dollar invested.
Adds the most appraised value as a fully self-contained dwelling. A full kitchen and bathroom make it a complete independent living space — the configuration appraisers value highest.
A strong value add at a lower investment point. The Suite configuration adds permitted living space with a bathroom — delivering an excellent ratio of property value gain to construction cost.
ADUs outperform kitchen and bath remodels in property value added. A permitted, self-contained dwelling is one of the few improvements that appraisers treat as a permanent addition to your home's worth.
Monthly rental income plus long-term property appreciation compound your returns. You earn while you hold — and your asset grows in value at the same time.
Calculate your exact ROI before signing a contract. With transparent, fixed pricing, there are no surprise costs to erode your returns or blow past your budget.
An ADU adds value whether you sell, rent, or use it personally. Unlike single-purpose renovations, a self-contained dwelling gives future buyers options — making your property more attractive in any market.
Studies show ADUs increase property values by 10–15% on average. A fully permitted, professionally built ADU is appraised as a permanent improvement to your property — meaning the value gain is reflected in your home's appraised worth from the day it's completed.
Yes. A permitted ADU with its own foundation is typically counted as additional living space in appraisals. This is one of the key reasons a code-compliant, professionally built ADU adds more value than unpermitted additions or converted spaces.
Adding square footage may increase your assessed value and therefore your property taxes. However, the rental income potential and overall property value gain typically far exceed any tax increase — making the net financial impact strongly positive.
In most cases, yes. ADUs are self-contained units that can generate rental income, are built on a fixed-price contract with no surprise costs, and add independent living space that appraisers value highly. Traditional home additions rarely offer the same combination of income potential and property value increase.
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