Custom accessory dwelling units — detached, attached, and garage conversions. High-quality builds, permits handled, made to last.
What We Build
Rockin' K General Contracting has been designing and building accessory dwelling units in Bend, Oregon since 2016. Whether you're adding rental income, housing family, or planning ahead for resale value, an ADU is one of the highest-impact investments you can make on your property — and we build them to perform for decades.
We work on Bend's full range of property types: urban infill lots on the east side, established west-side neighborhoods, acreage in Tumalo, and resort properties in Sunriver. We also build ADUs 15 minutes north in Redmond — see our ADU builder in Redmond page. Every ADU we build is designed around the realities of your specific lot — setbacks, utilities, slope, access, and the City of Bend or Deschutes County zoning rules that apply.
ADU Types
A fully separate structure on your property — typically 400 to 900 sq ft, with its own kitchen, bath, and entrance. Best for full privacy, strongest rental income potential, and the most flexibility on layout. Our most-requested ADU type in Bend.
Convert an existing attached or detached garage into a code-compliant living unit. The most cost-effective ADU path — typically $200K to $300K — because the foundation, walls, and roof are already in place. Ideal for shorter timelines and tighter budgets.
A new addition built onto your primary home with a separate entrance, kitchen, and bath. Common for multi-generational living arrangements and lots where a detached structure isn't feasible due to setbacks or space.
How It Works
Building an ADU in Bend should be straightforward. Here's exactly what working with Rockin' K looks like — no surprises, no runaround.
A free 15-minute call to hear about your project, timeline, and budget. We'll talk through whether an ADU makes sense for your lot and goals — no pressure.
We visit your property to assess setbacks, utilities, slope, and access. We review City of Bend or Deschutes County zoning rules specific to your lot and identify what type of ADU fits best.
A detailed written proposal with clear cost breakdown. Once approved, we manage all permitting through the City of Bend or Deschutes County — coordinating with engineers and inspectors on your behalf.
Construction by our in-house crew. Dedicated point of contact, regular progress updates, and a final walkthrough before we consider the job done.
Common Questions
Thinking about an ADU in Bend, Oregon? Here are the questions we hear most often.
ADU costs in Bend typically range from $250,000 to $400,000 depending on size, finish level, and site conditions. Garage conversions tend to come in at the lower end. Fully detached new builds with high-end finishes are at the top. For a full breakdown by ADU type, see our guide to ADU cost in Bend, Oregon, or get a quick estimate with our cost calculator.
A detached ADU is a separate stand-alone structure. An attached ADU shares a wall with your primary home but has its own entrance, kitchen, and bath. A garage conversion repurposes an existing garage — typically the most cost-effective option since the structure is already there.
Yes. All ADUs in Bend require permits through the City of Bend (within city limits) or Deschutes County (for rural properties). The permitting timeline is typically 6 to 12 weeks. We manage the entire process — engineer coordination, plan submittals, and inspections.
Once permits are approved, most ADUs take 4 to 7 months to build. Garage conversions are faster — often 3 to 5 months. Detached new builds with custom finishes can take longer. Permitting adds 6 to 12 weeks on the front end.
Yes — long-term rentals are allowed throughout Bend. Short-term rental rules vary by zone, so your eligibility depends on lot location. Many of our clients use ADU rental income to offset their mortgage or generate cash flow within the first year of completion.
Yes, in most cases. Bend's housing market values ADUs for their rental income potential and multi-generational flexibility. A quality ADU typically returns a strong portion of its construction cost in added home value — on top of any rental income generated along the way.
In many cases, yes. As of a 2025 code update, the City of Bend now allows up to two ADUs on a single-family lot, with the second unit capped at a smaller size. Whether your property can fit two depends on lot size, setbacks, and utilities. Read the details in our guide to Bend's two-ADU rule.
Get in Touch
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Based at 1310 SE Armour Rd #8, Bend, OR 97702. Mon–Thu, 7AM–5PM. Same-week reply on most messages — sometimes faster.
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Whether you're early in the planning stage or ready to break ground, we'd love to hear what you're thinking. Start with a free 15-minute call — no pressure, just an honest conversation.
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