Sabe Homes is meeting Northern Arizona’s demand for flexible, affordable housing with Accessory Dwelling Units.
Affordable Alternatives
Sabe Homes specializes in modular and manufactured ADUs, typically ranging from 400 to 1,000 square feet. Units are often placed in backyards to house family members but are also used as rentals or, in some cases, primary residences.
The typical cost is about $80,000, not including land or site preparation. Dohse describes the homes as affordable compared to stick-built construction, though he notes prices can vary widely depending on location and regulations.
Features and Sustainability
Each ADU includes full-size kitchens, bathrooms and closets, with construction quality on par with larger modular homes. Sabe Homes also emphasizes sustainability: the homes use high-performance windows, LED lighting, tankless water heaters, efficient heating and cooling systems, upgraded insulation, passive solar design and rainwater collection.
The company estimates its building process produces up to 50% less waste than traditional site-built homes.
Not Tiny Homes
While ADUs are often confused with tiny homes, Dohse points out that they fall into a different category. Sabe Homes also offers “park models” under 400 square feet, but Dohse advises buyers that small modulars of 500 square feet and up are generally a more economical option.
“ADUs are important because they enable people to have their loved ones in their yard,” he said.
Streamlined Process
Sabe Homes provides permitting, occupancy paperwork and onsite setup, simplifying the process for buyers. Home installation typically takes no longer than six months – far faster than most stick-built homes, which often stretch to a year or more.
Dohse said timing is the most difficult part of the job, citing weather and material shortages.
Local Roots
Dohse studied business at Northern Arizona University and has remained in Flagstaff since his college days. In addition to running Sabe Homes, he owns White Dove Coffee Shop. “I love the area, and I love the seasons,” he said.
What excites him most is the chance to hand over the keys to new homeowners. “I am thrilled when I’m able to put people into affordable homes,” Dohse said. FBN
By Stan Bindell, FBN
Courtesy Photo: Sabe Homes specializes in modular and manufactured units, typically 400-1,000 square feet.
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