Denver ADU Builders
At Little Home Builder, we specialize in new ADU construction in Denver, Colorado. Increase your home’s value and square footage with our new construction builds, choosing your own ideal floor plan to meet your unique needs.
Our process is simple, affordable and timely with gorgeous results for every build. Get started with a free consultation today.
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Our Process: Customizing Your Denver ADU
At Little Home Builder, we offer a range of options for floor plans, exteriors, and interiors to customize your ADU. This ensures a quick and cost-effective tiny home construction process.
Whether you need an ADU for aging parents or rental purposes, we provide professional, streamlined construction services for all of our floor plans. We’re a local, family-owned business based in Firestone, CO, with over 25 years of building experience.
All our models are available in three different exterior styles: Urban Farmhouse, Modern Shed, and Craftsman Cottage.
Personalize your tiny home by selecting a color package for the interior finishes to make it feel like home.
Our Models
Autumn
1 bed / 1 bath
Detached ADU
576 sq ft
David
2 bed / 1 bath
Detached ADU
742 sq ft
William
1 bed / 1 bath
Above-garage ADU
576 sq ft
Stick Built Quality Construction
Stick-built ADUs are constructed the same way your house was built with craftsmanship and based on today’s building code. It’s clear what you’re getting when you build in the traditional way. Lenders are comfortable with the building method and should have no issue providing financing. Appraisers will have no issue evaluating this structure when it’s time to sell or refinance. Once the plan is permitted, you can be confident it was designed to Colorado’s efficiency standards and to withstand Colorado weather.
Accessory Dwelling Unit Builders Denver
Begin your journey towards owning an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Denver, Colorado with our help. As a locally-run, female-led business specializing solely in ADU construction, we are the go-to choice for ADUs in Denver.
We offer three distinct ADU models, each customizable to meet your specific needs. Our comprehensive knowledge of ADU construction in Denver includes information on the best ADU builders in Colorado, potential locations for your ADU, and an all-inclusive guide to Denver’s ADUs, among other things.
Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation. We’re here to help you navigate local zoning ordinances to establish if your Denver property is suitable for ADU construction, and to guide you throughout the process, including cost estimates. We can’t wait to assist you on your path to joining the ADU movement.
ADU Use Cases
ADUs are incredibly versatile, able to serve a variety of uses. Some fan favorites include:
Guest House: ADUs can offer a comfortable and private space for visiting family members or friends, allowing them to stay close by while having their own living area, bedroom, bathroom, and sometimes even a small kitchen.
Rental Income: Another great option, ADUs can be a source of rental income, whether through long-term tenants or short-term rentals like Airbnb, providing steady cash flow and helping to offset mortgage costs.
Home Office: ADUs can also serve as a quiet, dedicated space for working from home or pursuing creative endeavors, improving productivity and work-life balance, especially with the rise of remote work.
In-Law Suite: Ideal for multi-generational living, these ADUs offer a comfortable living space for elderly parents or adult children, ensuring close family interaction while maintaining privacy and independence.
Home Gym: A personal gym space, providing a dedicated area for fitness at home, ideal for those who prefer privacy or have a busy schedule that makes it difficult to visit a commercial gym.
"Christy and the Little Home Builder team are efficient, responsive and thorough. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to build an ADU in Denver."
Denver ADU FAQs
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a secondary housing unit located on the same property as the primary residence, typically requiring its own entrance, kitchen, living space and bathroom facilities. Sometimes referred to as granny flats, cottages or studios, ADUs can take various forms including converted garages, basement apartments or standalone cottages.
We provide opportunities to customize your Denver ADU by selecting a floorplan and a style from our options. We also offer different color interior finishes depending on your request.
Pricing will vary depending on the size and features of the ADU. At Little Home Builders we strive to be at the intersection of quality and affordability with full-service project management to save time, pre-designed plans to create efficiencies of scale and transparency every step of the way. The price range to build an ADU in Colorado starts around $200k.
Our pricing includes foundation, construction, elevation, finishes, design and engineering, permit submission and more. The variable costs that are not included are permit fees from the city or county and hookup fees. When we deliver an estimate, it will include a breakdown of all costs, including the variables so that you understand your total investment.
We also have handy ADU calculators to help you guess your ADU pricing.
Financing options for building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Colorado can include personal savings, home equity loans, or lines of credit. Some homeowners opt for ADU specific financing programs (check out our partner) and some local government and nonprofit organizations may provide low-interest loans, grants or incentives to promote ADU construction.
Building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) begins with an initial consultation to understand your goals, assess your property and discuss options. The next step involves design and plans, translating your vision into a tangible blueprint. This leads us to the crucial phase of securing permits, navigating the complexities of regulations to ensure compliance. Finally, the building process commences.
For those in Colorado, Little Home Builders provides full-service project management from start to finish, simplifying the path to owning your own ADU.
Our standard building timeline right now is about four to eight months from design and permitting to completion. The most variable part of the total timeline is permitting and each city varies in terms of process. Contact us today to discuss your specific ADU project and timeline.
Yes, Little Home Builder offers the option of converting your garage into an attached ADU rather than a detached, standalone unit.