What is the increase in property taxes when building an accessory dwelling unit in San Bruno?
New Avenue recently created an accessory dwelling on the hill behind a two-story home in San Bruno. The family plans to use this space for a grandparent or as extra space for the kids.
Their design includes one bedroom and a full, accessible bathroom with safety features like grip bars and a bench.
How much does the property tax go up when adding a backyard ADU in San Bruno, CA?
All ADU projects will result in a property tax increase. That increase is usually equal to one-half of one percent of the cost of the project. In this case, the project total of $300,000 means a tax increase of $1,500 per year. The main home is not reassessed when an ADU is added.
Considering the amount of money the family will save by building the ADU, the tax increase is quite small. If they move their grandparents into the unit, they’ll save at least $24,000 per year on housing. If they use the space for the immediate household, they’ll save by not moving to a larger, more expensive home (and they’ll get to stay in the neighborhood they love).
Bringing your home up to date
At New Avenue, we find that most homes need four things: an open kitchen/living area, a new bedroom suite, sustainability upgrades for the whole house, and an accessory dwelling unit. When this family chose to add an ADU, they took a huge step toward making their house a home that would last for generations.
An ADU is a great place to start. We know from 750+ projects that a larger accessory dwelling means more rental income or more space for your family. If you’re renting the accessory dwelling, you can expect to get at least $2,000 per month for a single bedroom, $3,000 for two bedrooms, and $4,500 per month for three bedrooms.
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