Turn Your Chico Property Into Monthly Income With a Backyard ADU

Custom-designed accessory dwelling units (ADUs) built for Chico homeowners—maximize your property value, create rental income, or house family with a streamlined design-build process.

Why More Chico Homeowners Are Building ADUs

Chico is one of the best places in Northern California to build an ADU. Larger lot sizes, strong rental demand, and increasing home values make it an ideal market for adding a second unit.

Homeowners across Chico are building ADUs to:
Generate monthly rental income
House college students near California State University, Chico
Provide space for aging parents or family
Create flexible guest or office space
Increase long-term property value

With rising housing demand and limited inventory, a well-designed ADU can be one of the smartest investments you can make.

All layouts are fully customized to your property, your goals, and your existing home — not fixed or pre-designed plans.

How Much Can a Chico ADU Generate?

Rental demand in Chico remains strong due to the university, healthcare workforce, and regional housing shortage.

Typical ADU rental ranges:
Studio / 1 Bed: $1,200 – $1,600/month
‍2 Bed Units: $1,600 – $2,200+/month
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‍A properly planned ADU can:
Offset your mortgageCreate long-term passive income
Increase resale value significantly
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We design every ADU with efficiency, cost control, and ROI in mind—not just aesthetics.

A Simple, Proven ADU Process

Step 1: Feasibility
We evaluate your property, zoning, setbacks, and utilities to determine what’s possible.
Step 2: Design
We create a custom ADU layout optimized for your lot, budget, and goals.
Step 3: Plans & Permits
We handle all drawings and coordinate engineering to get your project approved.
Step 4: Build
Our team manages construction from start to finish with a focus on quality and efficiency.

ADU Design & Construction Across Chico

We work with homeowners throughout Chico, including:

Bidwell Park area
The AvenuesCalifornia Park
Barber Neighborhood
North Chico
Surrounding Butte County properties

If your property has space, there’s a strong chance it qualifies for an ADU.

Get Your Free Chico ADU Feasibility Report

Find out what you can build, how much it will cost, and what kind of return you can expect.

Your custom report includes:
Property evaluation
ADU size & layout options
Estimated project cost range
Rental income potential