Vivienda

What Vivienda does

Vivienda is a Los Angeles-based property technology company founded in 2022 that develops Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on homeowner properties at no upfront cost to the homeowner. The company targets single-family property owners in Los Angeles and Orange counties who want to generate rental income, offset mortgage costs, or add housing for family members without capital outlay or construction management burden. Its core platform combines a proprietary Property Feasibility Analysis Software with on-site architect assessment to qualify properties, after which Vivienda finances, permits, and constructs the ADU using modular techniques that the company reports are 40% faster than traditional stick builds, with smart home automation and energy-efficient design included.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer model with two primary commercial structures: the True Partnership Plan (a 50/50 co-investment under a 30-year land lease, with costs, rent, and equity growth split evenly) and the No Cost Build Plan (where Vivienda funds 100% of construction and the homeowner receives 25% of net rent until Vivienda recovers its initial investment). Secondary revenue streams come from managing pre-existing ADUs for short-term Airbnb/VRBO rentals (25% fee) or long-term rentals over 30 days (starting 8% fee). Supporting operations include permitting, site preparation, construction, landscaping, tenant screening, rent collection, and maintenance. Partnerships with Bumblebee and Proto-homes provide the underlying modular and energy-efficient construction capabilities.

Distribution is concentrated in a single California sub-market (LA and Orange counties), with lead generation driven by the company's own website, a Property Eligibility Search Tool (search.govivienda.com), an educational ADU blog, and organic social presence on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. With a stated 1-10 employee headcount, no disclosed funding, and limited geographic reach, the company remains in an early operational stage despite a relatively complete product surface for its target use case.

Name

Vivienda

Website

https://govivienda.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Vivienda is a Los Angeles-based proptech company founded in 2022 that finances and builds Accessory Dwelling Units on homeowner properties at no upfront cost, splitting rental income with property owners in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Construction and Rental Management Services

NAICS

Rental and Leasing Services (532)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) & Backyard Homes (IMAFABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Detached ADU (Backyard Cottage) Construction (HSAPAMAA), ADU Project Management & General Contracting (HSAPAMAO), ADU Design, Architecture & Engineering (HSAPAMAF)

Keywords

• Accessory dwelling units
• ADU development services
• Residential property management
• Modular home construction
• Rental income solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. No Cost Build - Rental Income Sharing: Vivienda finances the ADU build at no cost to the homeowner. After expenses and financing costs, the homeowner receives 25% share of net rent until Vivienda recovers its initial investment, after which terms continue under negotiation.
2. True Partnership - Rental Income Split: Homeowner and Vivienda co-invest as equal partners. All costs (down payments, mortgage, interest) split 50/50, rent split 50/50 after expenses and mortgage paid, equity growth split 50/50. 30-year land lease term.
3. ADU Value Increase: Home equity increases when ADU is added to property. Research shows building an ADU can increase home value by approximately $46,000.
4. Short-Term Rental Management: For existing ADUs, management of Airbnb/VRBO listings with furniture and styling. Fee is 25% from nightly room rental costs, plus $49 quarterly for cleaning products and $350/year for paper products.
5. Long-Term Rental Management: Management of rentals over 30 days including lease terms (month-to-month, 3/6/12 months), tenant selection, rent collection, disbursement, and maintenance. Fee starting from 8% of rental income.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Vivienda finances, designs, permits, and builds Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on homeowner properties at no upfront cost, then manages the rental operations and splits the rental income with the property owner. The company also lists and manages existing ADUs for short-term (Airbnb/VRBO) and long-term rentals, and provides property feasibility analysis using proprietary software.

Product overview

Vivienda is a property technology company offering ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) development and rental income solutions for homeowners in Los Angeles and Orange counties. The core product is the ADU Development and Rental Program, where Vivienda finances and builds rental units on homeowner properties at no upfront cost. Two plan options are available: the True Partnership Plan (50/50 cost/rent/equity split under a 30-year land lease) and the No Cost Build Plan (Vivienda funds construction, homeowner receives rental share after expenses). For existing ADUs, the Existing ADU Listing and Management Service provides interior upgrades, smart home automation, and full rental management across short-term (Airbnb/VRBO) and long-term (30+ day) rental channels. Supporting services include feasibility analysis using proprietary software, architectural site studies, permitting, construction management, and ongoing Rental Management and Maintenance. The company also operates a Property Eligibility Search Tool for property qualification checks and maintains an educational Blog Content Hub covering ADU topics.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ADU Development and Rental Program
• True Partnership Plan
• No Cost Build Plan Vivienda finances 100% of the ADU construction at no upfront cost to the homeowner. Homeowner pays 25% of net rent until Vivienda recovers its initial investment, with ongoing terms negotiated after recovery.
• Feasibility Analysis and Site Study Property assessment service using proprietary software combined with on-site architect visits and measurements to determine whether a property can accommodate an additional rental unit.
• Existing ADU Listing and Management Service For homeowners who already have an ADU or rental unit, Vivienda provides interior design upgrades, smart home automation, appliance improvements, and full rental management for short-term (Airbnb/VRBO) or long-term (30+ day) rentals.
• Short-Term Rental Management Manages Airbnb and VRBO listings including furniture, decor, and styling for a 25% fee of nightly rental revenue, plus quarterly cleaning product fees and annual supply fees.
• Long-Term Rental Management Manages rentals of 30+ days with flexible lease terms (month-to-month, 3, 6, or 12 months), including tenant selection, rent collection, monthly disbursement, and repairs/maintenance for a fee starting from 8% of rental income.
• Property Eligibility Search Tool Online search tool that lets prospective homeowners check if their property qualifies for adding an ADU rental unit, currently operating in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

Quantifiable outcome

• ADU builds are 40% faster than traditional stick construction
• +1 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Abodu: California-based ADU builder offering turnkey backyard ADUs with site work, permitting, and installation. Directly comparable to Vivienda as a full-service ADU developer targeting the same SoCal homeowner segment with turnkey construction.
• Plant Prefab: Prefab home and ADU manufacturer using sustainable, factory-built construction with faster build times. Directly comparable to Vivienda's modular construction approach and serves the same California ADU market.
• Maxable (LivingSpace California): Southern California ADU design-build firm operating across LA, Orange County, and Ventura. Directly comparable as a regional ADU general contractor offering end-to-end design, permitting, and construction services to homeowners.
• Cottage: California-focused ADU company providing design, permitting, and construction of backyard homes. Directly comparable to Vivienda in target customer (LA-area homeowners), product (detached ADUs), and full-service delivery model.

Emerging players

• Dvele: California-based smart, prefabricated home builder including ADU offerings. Comparable to Vivienda as a tech-forward, modular home builder targeting California residential customers, though with a broader product line beyond ADUs.
• Boxabl: Prefabricated housing manufacturer producing factory-built modular units, including ADU-compatible Casitas. Comparable to Vivienda through the shared modular construction approach for backyard residential structures, though with a national delivery footprint.
• Kasita: Modular smart-home ADU manufacturer producing compact plug-and-play units. Comparable to Vivienda's modular ADU methodology and smart-home automation features, though Kasita focuses on product sales rather than rental-income-sharing economics.
• Koto Design: Modular timber cabin and ADU designer building energy-efficient prefab structures for residential use. Comparable to Vivienda through modular backyard construction, smart-home amenities, and design-led positioning for homeowners.

Broad incumbents

• Vacasa: Large-scale vacation and short-term rental property management company operating across North America. Comparable to Vivienda's short-term rental management arm (Airbnb/VRBO operations) which uses similar percentage-of-revenue pricing models and full-service management.
• Guesty: Property management software platform for short-term and vacation rentals, serving managers like Vivienda's own STR arm. Comparable as the underlying operating layer for short-term rental operations, including Airbnb/VRBO integration, cleaning logistics, and pricing automation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCtgBs7xbyqRIacurITYlIog
• Facebookfacebook.com/Vivienda-105149339033332
• Instagraminstagram.com/govivienda
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/govivienda

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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