Portland ADU Guides and Rules
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Basement ADUs in Portland, 10 Things to Know
How many unfinished basements are there in Portland? As a top local Portland real estate agent, I can say with confidence: thousands! Many of those are perfect candidates for a basement ADU. Accessory Dwelling Units are of interest to Portland home buyers and homeowners alike because of their potential to offset the high costs of […]
Portland, Oregon ADU Guide. Everything You Need To Know
Updated 10/2024. Are ADUs a passing craze or a trend that’s here to stay? From the look of it, at least in Portland, it’s the latter. Thanks to the city’s new ADU rules and regulations, Portland homeowners can now capitalize on this new trend, not only creating consistent monthly rental income but also adding to […]
Portland Homes with ADUs Sell for 8% More – 2022 Report
When most people think of adding an ADU to their property, they immediately think of rental income potential. Or maybe they simply want extra living quarters for a family member or for frequent guests. While having the ability to add more space and generate income is a bonus, did you know that having an ADU […]
Portland ADU Guide, 2022. Two Per Lot and Less Restrictions
Now that Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are allowed in every city in Oregon, Portland will likely see an influx of home additions and new ADU construction, especially with the passing of the city’s Residential Infill Project (RIP) that went into effect this August 2021. If you’ve been toying with the idea of adding an ADU […]
Portland ADU, Additional Dwelling Unit Guide 2021
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are a popular form of housing in Portland. They can be created in a variety of spaces, from a converted garage or basement to a new structure in the backyard. For some homeowners, they’re the secret to home affordability in the metro area, while for others, they create a vital […]
Basement ADUs: 2020 Portland Guide
For many Portland homeowners, having an Accessory Dwelling Unit might be the ticket to affordability, renting out a second unit on your property. Or, an ADU might allow you to take care of an aging relative, or simply create housing out of what was unused space. Most people think of a backyard cottage when they […]
2019 ADU Guide – Portland Real Estate
Thinking about adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit to your Portland home? Shopping for a home or real estate investment where adding an ADU might be feasible? Read on for these answers and more. ADUs on the Rise in Portland ADUs — also known as backyard cottages, mother-in-law units, granny flats or, simply, studio apartments — […]
2019 Portland ADU Guide – Additional Dwelling Units, How To
The movement to accessorize Portland with accessory dwelling units (ADUs) is growing. Portland is now one of the “friendliest” places in the United States to build an ADU, defined as a self-contained living space — whether detached in the backyard or incorporated into the existing building footprint. Why are ADUs so hot in Portland? Portland […]
ADUs Relieve Pressure on Portland Housing Market
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are really taking off in Portland. It’s not just Portland real estate agents who are taking notice. In some high-density Portland neighborhoods, these tiny houses make up 10-15% of dwelling units, according to BikePortland.org. Over 200 new ADU permits were issued in 2014 alone. Part of the explosion is due […]
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