A secondary tiny house on your property can be a very good investment. One of its biggest advantages is that it makes you get rid of clutter and unnecessary belongings. When you opt for a small building, it becomes crucial for you to organize and plan the space in it. And this, in its turn, can improve your overall organization skills and sense of clarity in everyday life.

In addition to that, the maintenance of a compact house requires less effort, costs, and is great for psychological well-being. Caring for a small space is much easier than for a large (or even an average) one, and the lack of clutter can reduce stress and anxiety. Also, it needs fewer resources, which is beneficial both for the environment and your budget.

In our article, we’ll figure out the main advantages of 465 sq.ft. ADUs and review some clever space-organizing solutions for them.

465 sq. ft. ADU Project Main Benefits

As we’ve already said, a tiny house has lots of important benefits. For example, this structure can significantly increase the resale value of your property. In case you decide to sell your lot, it will cost way more.

Other advantages of a tiny ADU are the following:

1. Low maintenance. Unlike a large house, a small one typically doesn’t require spending a lot of time on its upkeep. This means that you’ll have way more free time to do the things you enjoy;
2. Total cost-effectiveness. A house’s size isn’t the only factor that affects its price. But, usually, the smaller the house is, the less it costs. Various monthly payments such as mortgage, electricity, heating and cooling also decrease with the building size.

In addition to that, if your house is big, you’ll need to buy plenty of decorations for it — otherwise it will look empty and unwelcoming. Even in case you’re a fan of minimalism, some amount of furnishings will be necessary. However, a small house requires significantly less decor, and therefore less money. The same goes for furniture. A tiny ADU doesn’t need lots of large tables, chairs and so on — only a small number of compact, probably multifunctional ones. And such furniture usually costs cheaper.

465 square feet ADU Plans

In a 465 sq. ft. accessory dwelling unit, optimizing space is essential. To some people, it may seem challenging, but it’s possible to increase the efficiency of every square foot in the building. You can even use vertical surfaces such as walls and doors by attaching shelves and storage units to them. Additionally, try purchasing a loft bed — it’s also suitable for this purpose. Such measures will not only increase your storage space, but also make the room visually larger — especially if your ADU construction plan has large, spacious windows.

Another commonplace method of maximizing space is multifunctional furniture. For instance, a good variant is a bed that has drawers and shelves under it. Also, don’t forget about the space in the hallway or entryway. You can also optimize it using hooks, shelves, a thin console table, a mini-laundry center, and other solutions.

In case you search for a good contractor to build a small ADU, contact us. Our company has got a huge experience in constructing ADUs of all types and sizes. We can construct a detached ADU, an attached ADU, a garage conversion, an ADU inside the primary residence (for instance, in the basement), and so on.

We create ADU building plans with:

• General wood framing;
• CMU blocks vinyl siding;
• Shakes siding;
• And so on.

Optimize your 465 sq ft ADU with sublime floor plans

We’ll give you an instant-download, ready-for-print PDF floor plan with all the detailed information about your ADU design and its construction process. After that, we’ll discuss this PDF plan with you. Also, you’ll get an estimated materials list, also in the form of an easy-to-load PDF file.

Our pricing estimates are always very accurate. So, you won’t get sticker shock from unforeseen costs at the moment of breaking ground and starting the site work. The construction cost will be exactly what you expect, and not a cent more. In addition to that, we perfectly know all the local regulations and will gladly help you with the permitting. 

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Frequently Asked Questions — FAQ

How much does it cost to build a 400 sq. ft. ADU?

An ADU cost varies depending on many factors: the building size, location, material quality, utility upgrades, and sometimes even the main roof pitch. Typically, the final cost of an ADU with this square footage in California ranges from $140,000 to $150,000.

How many square feet is a 2 bedroom ADU project?

Usually, an ADU plan with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, a laundry center, a loft, and a porch reaches approximately 600 sq. ft. However, this number can be a bit smaller or, vice versa, larger. In case you want a 2-bedroom ADU, experts recommend building a 750 sq. ft. one.