House Hack Detached Garage in Florida

[Tyler Lukey]

I am looking for property in Lake Worth, Florida. There are a large number of houses here that have in-law suites (guest houses, cottages, etc.) behind them. I am trying to crunch numbers to house hack and found a few houses that are 3/2 that have detached garages behind them. How much on average would it be to convert a 400sqft garage to a livable room with a small kitchen and full bathroom? In this case, I would rent the main house and live in the "tiny home."

Thanks

[Charlie DiLisio]

Hey Tyler, I live in Lake Worth and it would depend on what is in the back unit.  If you have power and water it wouldn't be too bad.  Of course you will need to tie into the sewer pipe but with easy digging it can be tapped into.  I have done it more than once so it depends on what needs to be done.  You can do a shower and bathroom for under 5000.00  Prices are a bit steep now as I have been looking for my next flip.  Good hunting.