Not "significant rental income." Real numbers — what Longmont tenants are paying, how that compares to Boulder, and what it means for your investment.
Current market data for detached ADU-sized units. These are asking rents for 1-bedroom apartments and small homes in each market — the closest comparable to a new-construction ADU.
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Here's how to think about the investment. We'll use a 1-bedroom ADU at the Great tier as the example — our most popular configuration.
Does not include property tax impact, insurance adjustment, or income tax. Consult your accountant for net-of-tax returns.
ADU rental yield
On total project cost, pre-tax
S&P 500 (10-yr avg)
Before inflation, with volatility
High-yield savings
Current rates, fully taxable
Home equity (sitting)
Earns nothing until you sell
An ADU converts idle home equity into a cash-flowing asset — and unlike stocks, it's physically attached to your property, appreciating alongside it.
Beyond rental income, an ADU changes what your property is worth.
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The first step is knowing which plan sizes fit your property. Our free finder checks your lot against Longmont zoning in 30 seconds.
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