1 Bed 500
A private one-bedroom unit in 500 sq ft — the most common ADU footprint in LA. Dedicated bedroom, full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a separate entrance. Starting from $165,000.
All-inclusive of design, engineering, permits, and full construction. Final price varies by site conditions, finish tier, and any custom additions.
Who Is the 1 Bed 500 Designed For?
The 1 Bed 500 hits the sweet spot for Los Angeles rental income. A dedicated bedroom commands meaningfully higher rents than a studio at a modest cost premium — and appeals to the widest renter pool: couples, young professionals, graduate students, and remote workers who need a private sleeping space.
- Homeowners seeking the best balance of cost and rental income
- Long-term tenants who want a dedicated bedroom
- Properties with standard rear yard space
- Family members who need their own private living space
- Investors focused on the most in-demand ADU rental type in LA
Complete Inclusions — Design Through Delivery
Every 1 Bed 500includes design, engineering, permitting, and full construction. Here's exactly what's in scope.
Floor Plan
- Private bedroom — fully enclosed, separate from living area
- Open-plan living and dining area
- Full kitchen with dedicated counter workspace
- Full bathroom with tub/shower combo or walk-in shower
- Private entry with covered porch
- Linen closet and bedroom closet with sliding doors
Construction Inclusions
- Engineered slab or raised foundation per site conditions
- Wood-framed walls with R-15 insulation
- Stucco, fiber cement, or lap siding exterior
- Composition or flat membrane roof system
- Dual-pane vinyl windows and sliding glass door to patio
- Dedicated exterior address and lighting
Interior Finishes
- LVP flooring in main areas, tile in bath
- Shaker kitchen cabinetry with quartz counters
- Tile backsplash in kitchen
- Tiled shower or tub surround
- Recessed LED lighting throughout
- Interior paint — two-tone standard
Systems
- Multi-zone mini-split HVAC
- 200A dedicated sub-panel
- Tankless on-demand water heater
- In-unit washer/dryer hookups (stackable or side-by-side)
- Separate metering available on request
- Pre-wired for internet, cable, and smart home
1 Bed 500 Starting From $165,000
All-inclusive of design, engineering, permits, and full construction. Final price varies by site conditions, finish tier, and any custom additions.
- Architectural design and engineering
- All permit fees and city approval management
- Full construction — foundation through finish
- Final inspection and certificate of occupancy
- Site ConditionsSoil type, slope, and access affect foundation and site work costs.
- Finish TierStandard, Premium, and Luxury finish tiers are available at each model level.
- Optional UpgradesCovered patio, solar rough-in, EV charger, upgraded appliances, and more.
- City Permit FeesPermit fees vary by jurisdiction — LADBS, Santa Monica, Pasadena, and others differ.
Get a Free Estimate for the 1 Bed 500
Tell us about your property. We'll confirm whether the 1 Bed 500 works on your lot, provide a site-specific price estimate, and walk you through next steps — at no charge, no commitment.
- Confirm 1 Bed 500 buildability on your lot
- Site-specific all-inclusive price estimate
- Permit timeline based on your city and jurisdiction
- Finish tier options and upgrade pricing
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Common Questions
1 Bed 500 — Frequently Asked Questions
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Built by an ADU-Exclusive Team
Every project we take is an ADU — which means our team has refined every process, navigated every city permit office, and resolved every site challenge around this one type of work.
Services Included With Every 1 Bed 500
ADU Plans & Design
Custom ADU plans and architectural design tailored to your property and Los Angeles zoning requirements — from initial concept to permit-ready drawings.
ADU Permits & Approvals
We manage the full ADU permitting process across Los Angeles and LA County — plan check, corrections, and final approval handled end to end.
Detached ADU Construction
New-construction detached ADUs in Los Angeles — from foundation to certificate of occupancy. Full-service design, permitting, and construction under one contract.
Want to customize beyond this model?
Our interactive configurator lets you adjust size, finishes, exterior style, and more — then shows you matching floor plans and a live budget estimate.
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