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Pricing Your Project in a World Gone Mad
If you ask a contractor for an estimate, you’ll most likely get a quote that’s just plain wrong. We’re talking a +/- 30% difference (or worse). 30% too high, and you won’t get the best value for your money. 30% too low, and you may be left with a hole in the ground while you scramble for financing.
Converting a garage into a guest suite or rental unit in Menlo Park
Erin’s new attached ADU can be used as a guest suite, additional space for the homeowner, a home for family, or a rental unit. This kind of ADU rents for $2,500 or more per month, which will be enough to pay for the project and additional expenses such as helping with the mortgage on the main home, travel, education, leisure activities, or retirement.
Cost to design, permit, and build an attached accessory dwelling in Berkeley
When Lori decided to add an attached apartment to her Berkeley home, she contacted New Avenue. Lori needed a nice home for her mother that could be rented out later. A New Avenue design professional created an attached ADU with a kitchen, a dining/living area, a bedroom, and a bathroom. The designer also designed a deck with a trellis and a new driveway for the property.
Adding an attached ADU in Pleasant Hill, CA
When the owners of a Pleasant Hill home decided to add an attached accessory dwelling, they came to New Avenue for our turnkey design/build pricing and service.
The ADU includes a large living room/bedroom area with a kitchenette, a bathroom with a shower, shared access to the garage and laundry room, and plenty of storage space. This setup allows both easy access and privacy.
Remodeling and adding an in-law apartment in El Cerrito
A family in El Cerrito wanted to be able to take care of each other and spend more time together. Instead of spending $3,500 or more per month on a nearby apartment, they remodeled their home to include an attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Sometimes called an “in-law suite” or a “granny flat,” an accessory dwelling is a place that can truly bring families together to help one another and enjoy each other’s company. Here are the floor plans.
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