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Honest guides on ADU costs, permits, rental income, and what it really takes to add a Kasita.
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The complete California ADU permit guide
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How much rental income can an ADU earn?
6 min read
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Is a backyard office actually worth it?
5 min read
COMPARE
Prefab vs. traditional ADU: an honest comparison
7 min read
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The 60-day Kasita timeline, explained
4 min read
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Three reasons people add
a Kasita to their property.
Most customers come to us for one of these three things. Do any of these sound like you?
FOR HOMEOWNERS
Is a Backyard Office Worth It?
A Cost vs. Benefit Breakdown
Before you build a backyard office, you want to know if the numbers actually work. Here's an honest breakdown of what it costs
$1,800–$3,200/mo potential
FOR FAMILIES
From Booking to Move-In:
The 60-Day Kasita Timeline
60 days is achievable. Here is every phase from first site visit to move-in day — including where delays happen and how to avoid them.
From $22,000, no second mortgage
FOR REMOTE WORKERS
How Much Can You Earn Renting
a Backyard ADU in California?
The income potential from a backyard ADU varies by market, unit type, and rental strategy. Here are real numbers from California markets — and how to estimate what yours could earn.
From $21,500, adds property value
FOR HOMEOWNERS
California ADU Permit Guide:
What Every Homeowner Needs to Know
California's ADU laws make it easier than ever to add a rental unit to your property. Most homeowners earn $1,800–$3,200 a month — and pay back their unit cost in under 2 years at current rental rates.
$1,800–$3,200/mo potential
FOR FAMILIES
Prefab ADU vs. Traditional Build:
Which One is Right for You?
Prefab and traditional ADU builds both have real advantages. Here's an honest comparison of cost, timeline, quality, and the scenarios where each approach makes more sense.
From $22,000, no second mortgage
FOR REMOTE WORKERS
How Much Does a Prefab ADU
Actually Cost in 2026?
The $22,000 starting price is real — but it's not the whole picture. Here's an honest breakdown of what a prefab ADU costs from start to finish, including the numbers most builders don't show you upfront.
From $21,500, adds property value
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ADU Checklist
Everything you need to check before you apply for an ADU permit — zoning rules, setbacks, utility hookups, and common mistakes to avoid.
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Tiny Home Cost Guide
A transparent breakdown of what a prefab tiny home actually costs — from foundation to finish. Includes real ranges for materials, labor, and permits.
8-page PDF
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Tiny Home Starter Guide
Know what your property needs before a unit arrives. Covers grading, utilities, access, and foundation basics for first-time tiny home buyers.
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Airbnb ROI Calculator
Estimate your potential rental income before you buy. Plug in your market, occupancy estimate, and nightly rate — get a monthly revenue projection.
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KasitaCrafters
Modern prefab tiny homes, DIY kits, and build plans — for California homeowners who want a real second structure without a $200,000 price tag.
PRODUCTS
Prefab Homes
DIY Kits
Digital Plans
Office Units
Wheel Base
COMPANY
About Us
How It Works
FAQ & Pricing
Gallery
Contact