Woodland, CA · Yolo County
Detached ADU in Woodland
Upside ADU builds detached adus in Woodland, Yolo County, for a $1,000 deposit with transparent fixed pricing and inspection-tied payments. A typical Woodland detached adu runs $121,250–$419,040 all-in, and we permit it through the City of Woodland Community Development Department end to end.
Woodland rules that affect a detached adu
Woodland's mix of lots leaves room for a standalone backyard unit with its own entrance, kitchen, and bath — the highest-value, most-rentable ADU type. The City of Woodland Community Development Department reviews detached builds on the standard 60-day clock.
Local permitting: Woodland's Community Development Department reviews ADUs in Yolo County under the standard 4 ft setbacks and 16 ft height limit. The two ends of town read differently: the historic downtown grid is full of older structures and garages that convert well, while newer Spring Lake lots are larger and flatter for a ground-up build.
That's the detached adu-specific picture. For the full Yolo County rulebook — every setback, height, and owner-occupancy detail — see our Sacramento-region ADU rules guide, and learn how the build type works statewide on our detached adu page.
Why Woodland homeowners pick Upside
- $1,000 deposit — the CA legal max
- Inspection-tied milestone payments
- We know the City of Woodland Community Development Department process
- Transparent, all-in Woodland pricing
- Property-manager referral when you rent
Woodland detached adu cost snapshot
A fully independent dwelling in your backyard with its own entrance, kitchen, and bath. Detached ADUs add the most property value and command the highest rents of any ADU type. In the Yolo County market that prices out to about $243–$349 per square foot, or $121,250–$419,040 for a finished, permitted unit. A typical Woodland detached adu rents for $1,400–$2,300 a month.
| Size | Typical use | Woodland all-in cost (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | Studio / 1-bed, max cash-on-cash | $121,250–$174,600 |
| 850 sq ft | 1–2 bed, most popular | $206,125–$296,820 |
| 1200 sq ft | 2–3 bed / multigen, max value | $291,000–$419,040 |
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Estimated turnkey cost
$243–$349 / sq ft · incl. design, permits & construction
Estimates only — 2026 regional ranges, not a bid. Your real price depends on site conditions, finishes, and your lot. We confirm with a free feasibility check.
Detached ADU projects in Woodland
Woodland pencils out because the entry cost is low — Spring Lake's newer lots take a clean detached build, and the older East Woodland and downtown grid have deep parcels and garages that convert cheaply. Historic-area lots carry an extra review. Every detached adu is fixed-price, funded on inspection-passed milestones, and backed by our written guarantee.
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Detached ADU in Woodland — FAQs
A detached adu in Woodland typically runs $121,250–$419,040 turnkey in 2026, based on $243–$349 per square foot for the Yolo County market. We confirm your exact number with a free feasibility check.
Woodland detached adu permits are handled by the City of Woodland Community Development Department (Yolo County). Woodland's Community Development Department reviews ADUs in Yolo County under the standard 4 ft setbacks and 16 ft height limit. The two ends of town read differently: the historic downtown grid is full of older structures and garages that convert well, while newer Spring Lake lots are larger and flatter for a ground-up build. We prepare and submit the full package and manage inspections.
A detached adu in Woodland rents for about $1,400–$2,300 a month in 2026 depending on size and finish. Lower land and build entry costs plus steady ag-and-commute rental demand make Woodland one of the better cash-flow markets in the region for a sub-750 sq ft unit.
A detached ADU in the Sacramento region typically runs $165,000–$500,000 in 2026, or roughly $250–$360 per square foot turnkey (design, permits, and construction included). A 750 sq ft 2-bed/1-bath lands around $230,000–$300,000 at mid-range finishes.
State law allows detached ADUs up to 1,200 sq ft. Units under 750 sq ft are exempt from impact fees, which is why many Sacramento homeowners build right at that threshold for the best cost-per-rental-dollar.
Plan on about 6–9 months end to end: 2–6 weeks design, 4–10 weeks permitting (as fast as 30 days with pre-approved plans), and 12–16 weeks construction.
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