ADU Contractor in Sherman Oaks, CA

Sherman Oaks ADU Construction — Garage Conversions and JADUs

Sherman Oaks homeowners near Ventura Boulevard and in older residential blocks are adding garage conversions and junior ADUs that generate $1,800–$2,600 per month — Caspi Construction handles every phase from LADBS permits through finished construction.

Sherman Oaks sits at an interesting intersection for ADU development: a dense mid-Valley neighborhood with older detached garages on properties that didn’t anticipate the ADU opportunity now in front of homeowners. Near Ventura Boulevard and throughout the older residential streets south of the 101, Sherman Oaks properties frequently have detached single or two-car garages that are being used for storage rather than cars — structures that represent $90K–$140K in rental-income-generating potential with the right contractor. Junior ADUs within the existing home footprint are equally popular in Sherman Oaks because LADBS’s JADU pathway offers faster approval and lower permit cost — typically $40K–$70K in construction cost for a room-plus-kitchenette-and-bath configuration. Sherman Oaks one-bedroom ADUs currently rent at $1,800–$2,600 per month. As a full-service ADU contractor in Sherman Oaks (CSLB #1091631) with a 4.9★ rating, Caspi Construction manages every phase — feasibility, plans, LADBS permits, construction, and finishes — under one contract.

Our Sherman Oaks ADU Construction Services

Garage Conversion ADU

Converting a Sherman Oaks detached garage to a legal ADU begins with a structural assessment to confirm slab condition, framing integrity, and setback compliance. We design the interior layout to maximize livability within the existing footprint, manage LADBS permit application under the streamlined garage conversion pathway, and complete all construction work — insulation, electrical panel, mini-split HVAC, plumbing for kitchen and bath, drywall, flooring, tile, cabinetry, and fixtures — through certificate of occupancy. Our Sherman Oaks garage conversions are finished to the standard the rental market rewards.

Junior ADU (JADU) Conversion

A JADU within the existing Sherman Oaks home footprint is the most cost-effective ADU path when a suitable room with exterior access exists. We design JADU configurations with a kitchenette — two-burner cooktop, under-counter refrigerator, MSI quartz counter — a bathroom within or adjacent to the unit, independent climate control via mini-split, and a dedicated exterior entrance. LADBS JADU permits move faster than standard ADU permits in most cases, keeping your Sherman Oaks ADU design build project on a faster timeline.

Premium Finish Work for Rental Market Performance

Sherman Oaks ADUs that achieve the upper end of the $1,800–$2,600 rental range are finished to match — MSI tile in the bathroom, Caesarstone or MSI quartz in the kitchen, semi-custom cabinetry, LVP flooring, Kohler fixtures, and a thoughtful lighting plan. We design every Sherman Oaks ADU interior with the rental market in mind, specifying materials that attract and retain quality tenants.

Full MEP & Code Compliance

Every ADU we build in Sherman Oaks includes a dedicated electrical sub-panel, energy-efficient mini-split HVAC, complete plumbing for the kitchen and bathroom, and insulation to Title 24 energy compliance standards. These are not optional upgrades — they are the baseline of a properly permitted ADU that will pass all LADBS inspections and receive a certificate of occupancy without issues.

→ The full scope of how we manage a Sherman Oaks ADU from feasibility through LADBS final inspection is detailed at /process/

Why Sherman Oaks Homeowners Choose Caspi for ADU Construction

Showroom Nearby

Our Tarzana showroom is 10–15 minutes from Sherman Oaks — see ADU finish options including Caesarstone countertops, MSI tile, and cabinetry samples in person.

Premium Brands

Caesarstone, MSI, Kohler, LIOHER — the same finish quality we apply to our kitchen and bathroom projects, brought to every Sherman Oaks ADU.

LADBS ADU Permit Experts

Sherman Oaks ADU permits go through LADBS. We manage the full process — garage conversion and JADU pathways — from submission through final inspection.

Flexible Financing

ADU construction is a significant investment. Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company financing, alongside HELOC options, can make the project viable on your timeline.

Recent ADU Projects Near Sherman Oaks

Project 1 — Ventura Boulevard Area Garage Conversion

A homeowner near Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks had a detached single-car garage at the rear of a 6,500-square-foot lot — unused for cars, full of storage, and generating no income. The garage footprint was 280 square feet, which required creative design to meet LADBS minimum habitability requirements. We designed a studio configuration with a lofted sleeping area accessed by a compact staircase, an open kitchen-living area with MSI Calacatta Miraggio quartz countertops, a bathroom with a Kohler walk-in shower and MSI tile, and a new window on the rear wall for natural light. LADBS garage conversion permits were managed throughout, and construction was completed in thirteen weeks. The unit rented within days of certificate of occupancy at $1,950 per month.

Project 2 — Chandler Park JADU Conversion

A Chandler Park homeowner had a large bonus room at the back of their single-story home — adjacent to a half-bath that could be converted to a full bath — with its own exterior door from the backyard. The configuration was ideal for a JADU. We converted the half-bath to a full bath with an MSI tile shower and Kohler fixtures, added a kitchenette along the shared wall with a two-burner induction cooktop, under-counter refrigerator, and Caesarstone White Attica quartz counter, installed a mini-split for independent climate control, and upgraded the exterior door to a new insulated unit with a keypad lock. The ADU contractor work in Sherman Oaks was completed in nine weeks under LADBS JADU permit. The unit now houses the homeowner's in-laws.

Project 3 — Sherman Oaks Residential Street Two-Car Garage ADU

A Sherman Oaks homeowner on a residential street south of the 101 had a detached two-car garage in solid structural condition — a full concrete slab, sound wood framing, and a footprint of 440 square feet that was more than adequate for a one-bedroom ADU. We designed a one-bedroom layout with a separate sleeping area, a full kitchen featuring LIOHER cabinetry and MSI Calacatta Laza quartz countertops, a bathroom with 12x24 MSI porcelain tile and a Kohler rain head shower, LVP flooring throughout, and a new dedicated sub-panel. LADBS permits were managed under the LADBS Standard Plan Program, which reduced permit review time by approximately six weeks. The Sherman Oaks ADU design build was completed in sixteen weeks from permit approval.

Start Your Sherman Oaks ADU Construction Today

Caspi Construction responds within one business day — visit our Tarzana showroom or schedule an in-home consultation at your convenience. Financing through Wells Fargo and Service Finance Company is available, so your project can move forward on your timeline.