November 7, 2025
“Is a Prefab ADU Cheaper?”
Why Bay Area and LA Homeowners Are Building ADUs Now — and Winning Big
California’s housing market is heating up again. Bay Area home prices are up 17% year-over-year, while Los Angeles saw a 7% jump — the biggest annual increase since 2022. Affordable? No. But if you already own a home, it’s a gold mine of opportunity.
The Smart Play: Build Instead of Buy
For homeowners, building an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is one of the smartest investments you can make right now.
While the average California home is trading at $500–$1,000+ per square foot, you can build a LiveLarge steel-framed, HCD-certified ADU for $400–$520 per square foot — all-in, turnkey, and designed to California’s highest standards.
That means that from day one, your project is worth more than it cost to build. Even if you decided to sell your property within a year, you’re likely adding significant equity on top of your investment.
The Hidden Bonus: Instant Property Value Lift
Because LiveLarge ADUs are HCD-certified, they count as real, permanent square footage — not a temporary add-on or depreciating structure.
Appraisers recognize them just like traditional construction, which means:
- Immediate property value increase once installed.
- Rental income potential that compounds your ROI.
- Stronger resale appeal as buyers increasingly prioritize flexible, multi-use homes.
Why Timing Matters
In the Bay Area, a fresh wave of tech money and venture funding is driving home prices back up. In Los Angeles, the Olympics arriving in 2028 are spurring long-term infrastructure investment and neighborhood appreciation.
That creates a perfect storm for smart homeowners: build now while construction costs are still stable, enjoy a value lift this year, and watch your returns multiply over the next three to five years.
Build Now. Benefit for Years.
A LiveLarge ADU isn’t just a structure — it’s a future-proof investment. Whether you rent it out, house family, or simply boost your property’s market value, the math speaks for itself.
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time,” this might be it.
👉 Check your property’s feasibility today with our free tool and see how much value you could add this year.
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