Build Your ADU & Small Home in NYC
Quality Construction | Full Permits | Turnkey Delivery
Unlock the value of your property with code-compliant accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and
small homes designed for modern living in New York City and New Jersey.
Build Your Dream
Why Choose Matthias Homes
We manage the entire construction from start to finish, we have a proven lock step method to ensure the work is up to code and will be complete as quickly and affordably as possible.
We Specialize in Small Homes
From backyard ADUs to compact detached units, we design and build homes that fit urban lots and neighborhood rules.
Deep NYC & NJ Zoning Expertise
City of Yes changed the game. We know how to leverage ADU regulations in NYC and ADU-friendly ordinances in New Jersey to make projects real.
Homeowner-First Process
We work with you, not over you. Your goals, budget, and timeline shape the build — with transparency at every step.
Legal, Permitted, Professional
No illegal units. No shortcuts. Every build is: ● Fully permitted ● Inspected and approved ● Built by licensed professionals
Available Adu Projects
Build Your Dream
Our Services
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Design & Build
Turnkey Small Home Construction
Village & Cluster Homes
About Us
Matthias Homes is an affordable housing development company focused on building modern tiny homes, ADUs, and housing communities designed for real people and real budgets. We believe everyone deserves a safe, well-built, and dignified place to live.
Our mission is to deliver smart, attractive, and scalable housing solutions that help homeowners, families, and communities access quality housing without unnecessary complexity or cost. By combining thoughtful design, practical construction, and a community-centered vision, Matthias Homes is helping reshape what affordable living can look like.
We are not just building homes, we are building opportunity, stability, and a more attainable future.
what makes us different
Our Process
1. Free Property Eligibility Review
We evaluate your lot for zoning, ADU eligibility, flood/security overlays, and DOB constraints — at no cost.
2. Proposal & Pricing
You receive a clear, line-item proposal with pricing and timeline.
3. Permitting & Approvals
We manage all required city and municipal filings for you.
4. Licensed Construction
Your home is built by experienced crews and subcontractors under Matthias Homes supervision.
5. Inspections & Certificate of Occupancy
We handle all inspections and approvals so your home is legal and ready to use or rent.
Pricing Overview
Because every project is unique, pricing depends on site conditions, labor model, and utility access, but typical ADU builds in NYC and New Jersey cost:
$130,000 – $145,000+
(Final price varies by lot, design, and permitting complexity.)
We always price to protect margins and deliver quality that stands the test of time.
Benefits to Homeowners
- Generate rental income
- House family members comfortably
- Preserve neighborhood character
- Increase property value
- Add independent living space
- Fully permitted and legal construction
Sustainability
Who We Serve
Homeowners in NYC and NJ
Developers with small-lot portfolios
Investors seeking scalable ADU builds
Families building multigenerational living
Faith-based or nonprofit land stewards
Whar Our Clients Say
Testimonials
Engineering Manager
Alice Howard
Matthias is a pleasure to work with!
Interior Designer
Nathan Marshall
From concept to delivery everything went great.
Architect
Ema Romero
Need an Adu? Matthias is the only name that counts!
Manager
Ann Smith
Everyone was just so warm and welcoming
Learn More From
FAQ
An Accessory Dwelling Unit is a secondary home on the same lot as your primary residence —
often used for rental income, family living, or guest space.
Yes — under the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity, ADUs are permitted in many residential
zones with specific size and safety requirements.
Typical permitting + build cycles vary, but once permits are in hand, construction can complete
in weeks rather than months.
Yes. We manage all zoning, DOB, and municipal permitting for you.
Every Matthias Home is inspected and approved — no unofficial or illegal units
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- Build Your ADU & Small Home in NYC