What will an ADU do to your property taxes and resale value?
A common pitch for accessory dwelling units is that building one will add a lot of value to your property. How much, though, is a bit of a mystery. And that can pose a problem for homeowners looking to build one. An ADU isn't just extra square footage — it's a complete home, with its own kitchen, bathroom and utilities. You can use it to house family members, caregivers, tenants or even ...
A common pitch for accessory dwelling units is that building one will add a lot of value to your property.
How much, though, is a bit of a mystery. And that can pose a problem for homeowners looking to build one.
An ADU isn't just extra square footage — it's a complete home, with its own kitchen, bathroom and utilities. You can use it to house family members, caregivers, tenants or even yourself, if you decide to downsize and rent out your current home.
But here's where things get tricky. You can't sell your ADU separately, at least not under current state law; instead, it's just another improvement on your lot, like your main home. If you sell your house, the ADU goes with it.
