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Hyde Park 3-bedroom rental ADU — exterior
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3-Bedroom Rental ADU in Hyde Park

3 Bed, 2 Bath · 1,200 sqft · Hyde Park, Los Angeles, CA

A local real estate investor with multiple rental properties throughout South Los Angeles

The Challenge: Design an ADU That Would Maximize Rental Income

This client came to me with a clear objective: build an ADU that would generate the highest possible cash flow on one of his properties in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. He wasn’t interested in overbuilding, but he also didn’t want to leave any value on the table.

  • A proven floor plan that would rent easily
  • A fast turnaround with minimal design delays
  • A layout optimized for long-term tenants, with the right balance of bedrooms, bathrooms, and privacy
Hyde Park rental ADU — private patio
Hyde Park rental ADU — dining room
Hyde Park rental ADU — modern kitchen

The Design: A 3-Bedroom ADU Based on Our Culver Plan

We started with one of our pre-designed layouts—The Culver, a smart, compact 3-bedroom / 2.5-bathroom plan that’s ideal for high-demand rental markets.

  • Repositioned windows to improve privacy from adjacent structures
  • Tailored site placement to maximize yard access and tenant usability
  • Optimized finishes and fixtures to be durable, attractive, and low-maintenance
  • Removed the downstairs 1/2 bath to save money

Because the plan was already developed and pre-engineered, we were able to move quickly through design, permitting, and construction—saving time and keeping costs tight.

The Result: A High-Performing Rental ADU with Ongoing Premium Rent

  • 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms
  • A private entrance, in-unit laundry, and modern kitchen
  • Functional layout with strong curb appeal and efficient use of space

Since completion, the unit has rented at a premium, delivering strong cash flow and long-term value for the owner. It’s a great example of how smart design and a strategic approach can turn underutilized space into a serious income generator.

Hyde Park rental ADU — primary bathroom
Hyde Park rental ADU — secondary bathroom
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Two Story The Fairfax — Two bedrooms up. More yard below.

The Fairfax

2 bed · 1.5 bath · 840 sqft
All-inclusive $339K iFixed contract price for the Signature Home on a standard lot. Site-specific work — soil reports, utility routing, driveway, retaining walls — is identified and priced upfront, before you sign.
Two Story The Venice — Two bedrooms, two baths, two stories.

The Venice

2 bed · 2 bath · 1,080 sqft
All-inclusive $399K iFixed contract price for the Signature Home on a standard lot. Site-specific work — soil reports, utility routing, driveway, retaining walls — is identified and priced upfront, before you sign.
Two Story The Culver — Our flagship. A full home on a compact lot.

The Culver

3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1,200 sqft
All-inclusive $459K iFixed contract price for the Signature Home on a standard lot. Site-specific work — soil reports, utility routing, driveway, retaining walls — is identified and priced upfront, before you sign.
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Single-story from $219K · Two-story from $339K · Fixed price, every time.

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