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California ADU Break-Even Calculator

Forecast the break-even date for your ADU rental by projecting cash flow and profitability based on construction costs, rental income, and operating expenses. This tool estimates the break-even time without considering loans, interest, or financing costs.

Break-Even Analysis

Break-Even Point

7 years, 11 months

Total Cash Flow

$1,069,574

Total Profit

$869,574

This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual performance may vary significantly based on market conditions, maintenance costs, and other factors. Always consult with financial and real estate professionals before making investment decisions.

Month-by-Month Financial Breakdown

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California ADU Break-Even Calculator

Forecast the break-even date for your ADU rental by projecting cash flow and profitability based on construction costs, rental income, and operating expenses. This tool estimates the break-even time without considering loans, interest, or financing costs.

Break-Even Analysis

Month-by-Month Financial Breakdown

Construction Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of building an ADU in California. Enter details such as size, construction type (garage conversion, attached, or detached), lot type, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and desired finishes to get tailored cost estimates.

Utility & Maintenance Cost Calculator

Forecast the costs of maintaining an ADU, including utilities, insurance, and taxes. Input details such as utility rates, maintenance expenses, and preferences for upkeep to calculate the monthly and annual breakdown of ADU ownership.

Financing Calculator

Estimate your monthly loan payments and track how much equity you build when financing an ADU. Input your loan amount, interest rate, and term length to calculate your monthly payments, total interest paid, and equity growth over the life of the loan.

Equity Growth Calculator

Evaluate your property's long-term equity growth and discover the financial advantages of building an ADU. Input the property's current market value and choose an annual growth rate to compare equity projections for 5, 10, 20, and 30 years with and without an ADU.

Cash Flow & ROI Calculator

Evaluate the cash flow, return on investment, and long-term equity growth of adding an ADU to your property. Analyze key metrics by entering financing, rental income, and expense details to evaluate the project's profitability potential.