How Accessory Dwelling Units Are Reshaping Suburban Housing in 2026

In Episode 116 of The Business of Real Estate with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the rapid rise of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and how they are changing suburban housing markets across the US. They focus on a specific case: Portland, Oregon, which has seen over 12,000 ADU permits since 2017 after streamlining its zoning code. Lucas breaks down the economics—typical costs of $100,000 to $200,000 per unit, rental yields of 5 to 7 percent, and the impact on property values. Luna highlights the role of prefab manufacturers like Cover and Honomobo that are driving costs down. They also discuss regulatory barriers in other cities and how ADUs are becoming a key tool for intergenerational housing and rental income. No fluff—just a concrete look at one of the most practical housing innovations of 2026. #AccessoryDwellingUnits #ADU #SuburbanHousing #HousingCrisis #PortlandOregon #PrefabConstruction #Cover #Honomobo #RentalIncome #PropertyValues #ZoningReform #IntergenerationalHousing #RealEstateInvesting #HousingPolicy #Business #RealEstate #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo