Case Study: Creating $2,200/mo Passive Income in Historic Kenwood

The Project: A detached 2-car garage in the heart of Historic Kenwood (St. Pete). The structure was solid block but filled with clutter.

The Goal: The homeowners wanted to offset their rising property insurance premiums and build a nest egg for retirement without buying a second property.

The Numbers (Transparent Breakdown)

Here were the actual financials for this 480 sq ft conversion project completed in late 2024.

Investment (Cost)

Construction (Plumbing, Electric, Finishes) -$55,000
City Permits & Impact Fees -$4,500
Architectural Plans -$3,500
Total Upfront Investment -$63,000

Return (Income)

Monthly Rent (Long Term Tenant) +$2,200 / mo
Annual Gross Income +$26,400 / yr
Payback Period ~2.4 Years

The Strategy

Instead of generic "rental grade" finishes, we installed Quartz Countertops and a Washer/Dryer combo. These two features allowed the homeowner to charge a $300/mo premium over other units in the area.

Today, this ADU covers 100% of the main house's property tax and insurance, effectively allowing the owners to live "tax-free."

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