ADU Cost Calculator

Answer a few questions about your project to get an estimated project range.

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The ADU

250-1,200 SF
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The Site

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Your Information

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Property Address

Optional for your estimate. A complete property address is required if you request a property-specific review.

Your information and project selections will be used to provide your estimate. Emerald State Contracting will only contact you about your project if you select Yes above or later request a property review.

Your estimate

ADU Project Estimate

ADU Construction
Site Work & Access
Utilities
Design, Engineering & Permitting
Estimated Sales Tax
Total Project

This is an early planning estimate, not a proposal or bid. Landscaping, substantial decks or porches, retaining walls, unusual excavation or shoring, critical-area mitigation, major utility upgrades, septic system construction or modification, and other unusual site conditions are not included unless specifically accounted for by the calculator. Final pricing depends on property conditions, jurisdiction requirements, completed plans and material selections.

YOUR ADU ESTIMATE IS ONLY HALF THE PICTURE

Now Let's Find Out If Your Property Can Support It.

You now have a preliminary budget for the ADU itself. The remaining variable is your property.

Every lot is different. Your property determines whether this ADU can fit, where it can go, what site conditions must be addressed, and whether additional costs or permitting requirements are likely.

ZONING · SETBACKS · BUILDABLE AREA · UTILITIES · SITE CONSTRAINTS · ACCESS

The Preliminary ADU Feasibility Review evaluates your specific property for the ADU you just configured.

PROPERTY-SPECIFIC REVIEW

Preliminary ADU Feasibility Review

We research your specific property to determine how well it can accommodate the ADU you just configured.

CAN THIS ADU BE BUILT ON YOUR LOT?
Preliminary feasibility, jurisdiction and ADU rules.
WHERE COULD IT FIT ON THE PROPERTY?
Setbacks, likely buildable area and mapped constraints.
WHAT ABOUT THIS PROPERTY COULD COMPLICATE IT?
Utilities, wastewater, access, critical areas and site conditions.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?
Property-specific budget refinement, risks and recommended next steps.

You'll receive a 10-page property-specific Preliminary Feasibility Report.

WHAT HOMEOWNERS SAY AFTER A PROPERTY REVIEW

“I appreciate your insight and clear expertise in this domain. Honestly beyond my expectations for someone I found via Marketplace 😆”

— Nick

“Thank you again for your time and everything you provided. It was super helpful!”

— Zaya

“Once again… going above & beyond, so thank you.”

— Lane
$595
CONFIRM YOUR PROPERTY

Which Property Should We Check?

We'll evaluate this specific property for the ADU configuration you just created.

10-page Preliminary ADU Feasibility Report · Delivered within 3-5 business days after payment.

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Continue To Secure Payment - $595

The Preliminary ADU Feasibility Review is based on available public records, mapping, property information and contractor analysis. It is not a survey, engineering report, title report, permit approval or guarantee of development rights.