08/19/2026
We did it. We sold our first condo’ed DADU! This is a rental property we had owned since 2008 and it was time to clean it up and sell it.
We started on the DADU over 3 years ago, with old code, the code is much better now, but took our time and paid cash for a lot of it. The new code is so much better than when we designed this one, but oh well….what’s one to do?!!😆
We listed the house and DADU separately. We ended up selling the main house for about $528k and the DADU for $400k. They are at 8827 E D St. in Tacoma.
The only hiccup we had was with the main house. The appraiser decided to be annoying and give a low appraisal on the existing home, which was totally redone. The DADU came in at value which was huge. Getting that $400k comp is a big deal for others looking to sell DADUs.
This was exciting, as it gives us proof and allows us to be practitioners of the concept, we practice what we preach. We are actually in process of buying our next one, where we will be fixing up the house and building two DADUs in the back on an alley. Anytime we do work for clients, we want to understand the entire process and that’s why we do our own as well. It keeps us sharp and helps us empathize and fully understand every part of the process.
It was a great learning lesson, excited to do more. If you have questions, feel free to reach out. My number is 253-312-2486, Matt Rody!!
