Prefab Accessory Dwelling Units
Redefining Modern Housing
Today’s housing challenges create opportunities that require new solutions. Our detached prefab accessory dwelling units (ADUs) transform any space on your property into the perfect housing solution.
Custom ADU Living
Supporting Your Lifestyle
Customizable floor plans for all of our prefab ADU kits make it possible to build a backyard accessory dwelling unit for any housing need. It really is a blank canvas where you can bring your dream to life.
- Granny Flat, In-law suit
- Short-term, long-term rental property
- Guest house
- Adult children, recent graduate housing
Our Models
Our prefab ADU kits come in six different designs, ensuring that you can find the ideal fit for your needs. Each model can be further customized with your choice of windows, doors, porches, lofts, and more, allowing you to personalize your ADU to your heart’s content.
Other ADU Uses
Beyond the
Granny-flat
The nature of work has changed. Building an ADU for a home office lets you reclaim that spare bedroom. There are many uses for an ADU right outside the back door.
- Home Office
- Studio
- Workshop
- Pool House
- Combo garage-apartment
ADU Advantages
Unlock the Benefits of Our Prefab ADU Kits
Beyond the obvious benefit of having more space, when you build a prefab ADU kit from Mighty Small Homes, you unlock a range of benefits.
- Energy savings up to 60%
- Fast construction
- Significantly stronger than traditional building
- Less skilled labor required
- Reduces air and noise pollution
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