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STUDIO MODEL
AS430 — Our Studio ADU
Studio ● 430 SQ FT
The AS430 is AmerADU's most efficient unit — a compact, fully appointed studio home built for real, comfortable living. With an open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area, a private bedroom, and a full bathroom, the AS430 delivers complete, independent living in a footprint that works on virtually any California lot. Whether you're housing an aging parent, an adult child, or a tenant, the AS430 is a complete home that happens to fit in your backyard.
STUDIO MODEL
AS430 — Our Studio ADU
Studio ● 430 SQ FT
The AS430 is AmerADU's most efficient unit — a compact, fully appointed studio home built for real, comfortable living. With an open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area, a private bedroom, and a full bathroom, the AS430 delivers complete, independent living in a footprint that works on virtually any California lot. Whether you're housing an aging parent, an adult child, or a tenant, the AS430 is a complete home that happens to fit in your backyard.
STUDIO MODEL
AS430 — Full Specs
AS430 Layout
Unite Size : 430 sq ft (conditioned floor area)
Overall Dimensions : 34'–0" × 17'–8" (per floor plan)
Bedrooms : 1 Private Bedroom (126 sq ft) + 205 sq ft open plan living room
Bathrooms : 1 Full Bathroom
Kitchen : Full-size · integrated into living area
Framing : Steel · CALGreen Certified
Roof : Metal · Board & Batten or Horizontal Hardie Plank siding options
Siding : Board & Batten, Horizontal Hardie Plank, Stucco-effect, or Cedar
Flooring : Pergo Luxury · Copper Hide / Maribel / Allspice
Insulation : HERS-inspected · High-density interior & exterior
Solar Ready : 2.3kW system qualifies for CA Net Zero (not included)
Ideal For : Aging parents, adult children, young professionals, rental income
Starting Price : contact for quote
☀️ Net Zero Ready: When fully installed with a 2.3kW Solar System, the AS750 qualifies under the California Net Zero Energy requirements for new buildings. Solar system not included.
Why AS430?
The AmerADU AS430 is the most efficient entry point into modular ADU living. At 430 square feet of fully conditioned floor area, this unit delivers a private bedroom, a full bathroom, and a generous open-plan living, kitchen, and dining space — all factory-built in California to meet the state's Title 24 energy requirements and CALGreen building standards. It is ideal for homeowners who want to add rental income, provide independent housing for a family member, or maximize the value of a smaller lot without a large footprint.
California homeowners are increasingly choosing prefab ADUs over site-built construction for one simple reason: value. The AS430 is designed to maximize livable square footage within the smallest viable footprint, minimize on-site construction time, and deliver a finished product that is indistinguishable from a traditionally built home in quality and comfort.
Construction and Materials
Every AmerADU unit is built with cold-formed steel framing — not wood — which is fire-resistant, infinitely recyclable, and impervious to the rot, warping, and pest damage that compromise wood-framed structures over time. The exterior wall assembly achieves R-21 cavity insulation plus R-7 continuous exterior insulation, and the raised floor assembly reaches R-22 with an additional R-10 layer — both meeting or exceeding California Title 24 requirements. Siding options include Board & Batten, Horizontal Hardie Plank, Stucco-effect Finish, and natural cedar vertical siding. All windows are double-pane Low-E glazing with a U-factor of 0.30, Energy Star certified for all California climate zones.
Interior finishes are selected for durability and broad appeal. Pergo luxury flooring is dent-proof, waterproof, pet-proof, and comes with a minimum 30-year warranty. Countertops are 1.5-inch laminate available in Peace Grey, Arctic Melange, Hidden Space, and Luminous White. The kitchen is fully integrated into the open living area.
Sustainability and Energy Efficiency
The AS430 is fully Title 24 compliant and certified by an independent HERS inspector as a condition of delivery. The unit's variable capacity heat pump (VCHP) system achieves a SEER of 18 and an HSPF of 12.5 — among the highest efficiency ratings available in residential HVAC. The Rheem heat pump water heater is NEEA-rated for energy performance. A 1.6kW rooftop solar PV system (available as an add-on) meets the standard design PV capacity required under California's 2019 energy compliance framework. Cool roof metal roofing reduces HVAC load and lowers long-term operating costs.
Rental Income Potential
In California's high-demand rental markets, a quality studio ADU generates consistent monthly income with minimal operating costs. In Los Angeles County, comparable studio units rent for $1,200 to $1,800 per month. In the Bay Area, similar units range from $1,500 to $2,400 per month. In Sacramento and surrounding communities, expect $1,000 to $1,500 per month. At these rates, a well-placed AS430 can generate $12,000 to $22,000 in annual rental income while simultaneously increasing your property's appraised value.
Warranty and Support
Every AmerADU unit comes with manufacturer warranty coverage on structural components and factory-installed systems. Your Pergo luxury flooring carries a minimum 30-year warranty from the manufacturer. All appliances and mechanical systems carry standard manufacturer warranties. Our team provides warranty documentation at the final walkthrough and remains available for post-installation support. For warranty claims or post-installation support, contact info@ameradu.com.
Customization Options
Within the AS430's standard framework, you have meaningful choices in how your unit looks and feels. Siding styles include Board & Batten, Horizontal Hardie Plank, Stucco-effect Finish, and natural cedar vertical siding. Because most California cities require ADU exteriors to complement the primary residence, we help you select colors from the Sherwin Williams palette that achieve compliance while reflecting your preferences. Interior options include three Pergo flooring colors, four countertop colors in 1.5-inch laminate, and cabinetry in clean, modern white.
Optional add-ons include deck or porch structures, a 1.6kW solar PV system, smart home technology packages, and accessibility features. Our design team walks through every option during your consultation.
Request an Estimate for the AS430
Request a no-obligation price estimate for your property, contact us at info@ameradu.com or use our contact form.
We respond within one business day.