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Vibrant Poolside ADU in Oceanside

Felinda Way, Oceanside, CA 92056

Homeowner Story: House younger family

Other Features: Poolside

Status: Completed
3 Bed
3 Bath
1194 ft 2
One Story

Tour a vibrant, poolside ADU completed in Oceanside designed for multigenerational living. A family with children wanted to move closer to the grandparents. The grandparents’ existing property featured beautiful landscaping and a pool, so the goal was to seamlessly integrate the ADU with the backyard.

“With the cost of housing these days, multigenerational living is making a comeback. It provides so much more than living on your own ever could, including financial investment and family support. I hope our home becomes the homestead we all live in as a family for years to come. It’s too good to let go of, and I think it was a great decision.” – Cynthia Megill, Homeowner in Oceanside

The 1,200 sqft 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom L-shaped ADU fits comfortably on the property, complementing the natural contours of the lot and leaving ample space for outdoor activities. Inside, the family personalized their space with striking blue kitchen cabinets and green walls, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere. The two children’s bedrooms are colorful and cozy, each equipped with study desks. The primary bedroom also includes a workspace for remote work. Each bedroom boasts its own ensuite bath, with the primary bath featuring an extra-long vanity for ample preparation space and low-maintenance shower inserts.

Outside, the pavers extend seamlessly to the ADU, with planters and additional landscaping that make the ADU feel like a natural extension of the home, blending in as if it has always been part of the property.

Read more about planning for a poolside ADU. Also read our ADU Guide for Family Members. See more 3BR ADU plans.

“One of the great things about the building process is that we didn’t have to be super involved. There were things we had to decide, but basically it was great just being able to watch. There wasn’t a time when somebody didn’t get back to me, it was great.” – Cynthia Megill, Homeowner in Oceanside

Floor Plan:

3BR/3BA 48×31 L-Shape

Our 3 bedroom 1200 sq ft floor plans offer a spacious layout with three bedroom suites and a central living area for comfort and privacy. Ideal for families or roommates, this design maximizes space while providing flexibility for customization. Enjoy a well-equipped kitchen, private bathrooms, and seamless indoor-outdoor living options.
Build Cost: $385K
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Community:

The Oceanside ADU Guide

With SnapADU originally based in Oceanside, we know the city’s regulations and processes very well. Turnaround times at the city are faster than other nearby cities and we frequently obtain a permit within two rounds of review at the city. However, Oceanside ADU regulations are a bit more restrictive than some areas, for instance permitting 4′ setbacks for up to a 1000sqft unit; 1200sqft and two story ADUs are allowed but subject to setbacks for the underlying zone. Some of Oceanside is in the coastal zone and minor use permits are required in those areas, but may be processed in parallel with the building permit (so delays are minimal).

Learn more about building an ADU in Oceanside
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