ADU open house, Thursday February 16th

DADUs built in 2022 were able to incorporate code changes intended to promote more missing middle housing in Seattle.

Join us for a builder's open house to see what is what is possible for these larger DADUs. This DADU features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a garage. The interior features a unique split level design and vaulted ceilings. Construction is still wrapping up so you can expect rough conditions but it will be possible to get a good sense of the spaces. Ultimately this DADU will be sold as a condo. RSVP via our contact form on the DADU planning page.

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ADU TRENDS FOR 2023

Despite supply chain disruptions, a protracted concrete strike, labor shortages and high construction costs, a record 495 DADU’s were built in Seattle last year. This DADU located in the Green Lake neighborhood sold as a condo in September for $945,000. It is representative of the increasing number of DADUs being build by larger homebuilders for sale. A trend that is likely to continue even as rising interest rates and cooling housing prices slow construction of larger new homes and multi-family projects.

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Who doesn’t love a cabin?

Who doesn’t love a cabin? And what is a DADU but an urban cabin? Happy new years to all dreaming of a cabin urban or otherwise.

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BIGGEST ADU TREND IN 2022 - DADU'S SOLD AS CONDOS

Most existing lots with a DADU are too small to be sub-divided under Seattle's land-use code.  However, while the city of Seattle may restrict ownership of that lot to one entity if that entity is a condo association, the DADU and the primary residence can be owned separately and sold separately.  It is in the words of one developer a "game changer" in residential development allowing up to three separate units on a single family zoned lot.   

Attorney Terrance Wilson and UW Real Estate instructor Jeff McCann discuss the topic of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs & DADUs) in the latest episode of Real Leaders in Real Estate.  With his wealth of knowledge of the City's code, Terrance describes how the condo process can be overlaied, and an owner (or investor) can tap into this opportunity to sell off parts of their property to increase equity or profits. 

 How to sell a DADU as a condo.

https://youtu.be/5TXLk13thW4 .