Second Story Addition Cost in Bay Area 2026

Home› ADU Second Story Addition Cost in Bay Area 2026 The most common question we get from Marin County homeowners who have outgrown their footprint: “I have a single-story ranch home in San Anselmo and want to add a second story master suite — what should I budget?” The honest answer is $350–$650 per square […]

Difference Between Detached & Attached ADU in Kentfield

Home› ADU Difference Between Detached & Attached ADU in Kentfield We hear this question from Marin County homeowners constantly: “I own a home in Kentfield and cannot decide between a detached ADU and a garage conversion ADU for resale value — what actually pencils out?” It is a real decision with real dollar differences, and […]

San Rafael ADU Builders: Permits, Costs & Timelines

Home› ADU San Rafael ADU Builders: Permits, Costs & Timelines The most common thing we hear at Greenport Construction: “I have a 7,500 square foot lot in San Rafael and want to add a detached backyard ADU for rental income — where do I even start?” The answer is simpler than most homeowners expect. California […]

How Much Does an ADU Cost in the Bay Area in 2026?

Home› ADU How Much Does an ADU Cost in the Bay Area in 2026? An ADU in the Bay Area costs $180,000 to $280,000 for a garage conversion and $300,000 to $550,000 for a detached backyard unit, with most 600 sq ft detached builds landing at $300,000 to $375,000 all-in.[1][2] Bay Area ADU costs run […]

9 Essential Steps to Building an ADU in California

Home› ADU 9 Essential Steps to Building an ADU in California Building an ADU in California starts with checking state rules, confirming your property’s limits, planning the design, preparing permit documents, and hiring the right contractor. California allows many homeowners to add accessory dwelling units, but each project still needs a site-specific plan. If you […]

Should I Convert My Garage to a Living Space?

Home› ADU Should I Convert My Garage to a Living Space? If your garage isn’t doing much apart from storing all the stuff you no longer need, it’s time to put it to better use. With careful planning and scaled drawings, you can create a space that will be functional, beautiful and increase your property […]