We don’t build ADUs. We build income.
Use your home’s equity to build a high-income rental unit in your backyard.
How It Works
Check Your Equity
We verify your home’s equity to see if you qualify (no credit impact).
Secure Financing
We work with partner lenders to fund your project — often with $0 out of pocket.
Build Your ADU
Whether it’s a garage conversion or a new backyard unit, our licensed general contractors handle permitting and construction start to finish.
Earn Passive Income
You start collecting $1,500–$2,000/month by renting it out — we can even manage it for you through a professional property management team.
Why Homeowners Love UnlockYard
- Earn $1,500+ per month in passive income
- Increase your property’s value
- No out-of-pocket costs with equity financing
A Local Team You Can Trust
Frequently Asked Questions
Our builds start at $110–120/sqft for a 2-bed, 2-bath unit. Most builds are fully financed through home equity with no upfront cost.
Permitting usually takes 1-2 weeks. Construction is completed in 60-80 days.
Not at all. The ADU is built in your backyard and connects to existing utilities. Your main house stays untouched.
Yes! Garage conversions are one of the most affordable and efficient ways to build an ADU. We’ll evaluate the structure and zoning to see if your garage qualifies.
Ready to unlock your yard?
Enter your address to receive a personalized ADU analysis — including estimated build costs, financing options, rental income projections, and site feasibility — whether it’s a garage conversion or new construction.