
Your Land. Our Pods.
Endless Possibility.
Whether you’re developing for STRs, workforce housing, or resale, Backyard Pod delivers turn-key, customizable, high-quality builds at scale.
BUILDER CASE STUDY SNAPSHOT
Example Project: 20-Unit Pod Village in Central Texas
Delivered fully finished pods on a rolling install schedule
Coordinated all trenching, grading, and site infrastructure
Worked in partnership with builder's GC to keep timelines tight
Built a custom pool + pickleball court
WHY BUILDERS & DEVELOPERS PARTNER WITH BACKYARD POD
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Our pre-engineered designs speed up approvals and builds without sacrificing quality. Or you can use a custom design and we will ensure it meets all of the code requirements.
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Full site planning, including septic, electric, plumbing, and grading
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Sleep 4-6 comfortably with luxe bath + kitchenette options. Or our design team can help you create something unique.
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We can also build pools, pickleball courts, saunas, and reception areas
Whether you're starting fresh or scaling up, we’ve got the pods and the process.
Fill out the form below—we’ll help you bring it to life, turnkey.
PRODUCT OPTIONS FOR DEVELOPERS:
POD SKY - 430 SQFT
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430 gross square feet of living space
75 sqft loft
23’ Diameter Exterior
Sits on a 23’ x 27’ deck
13.5’ High
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Exterior features:
Siding - Black steel frame, PVC canvas
Roof - PVC
Door - Black aluminum double pane Low-E with smart lock
Deck - composite material
Window - large PVC window
Interior features:
Luxury SPC vinyl flooring throughout the dome
Bathroom Includes a glass walk-in shower with tile walls and floor, luxury vinyl floor
Kitchenette included
18,000 BTU mini-split heating & cooling unit with a smart thermostat for complete year round climate control.
Interior divider wall, color is selected by the client
Pier & Beam foundation
2 floor outlets
LED wall sconce
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WAS $89,000… NOW $70,000
SAVE $19,000 WITH OUR POD SKY SALE!
Doesn’t include the price for electrical, waste, and water hookup ($10/foot) and necessary permits.
POD 1 BDR - 350 SQFT
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354 gross square feet of living space
12’ x 32’ Exterior
15’ x 3’ Deck
8’-9’ Ceiling Height
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Exterior features:
Siding - clients can choose their color for vertical James Hardie board
Metal Roof
Windows and Doors - Black aluminum double pane Low-E
Deck - composite material
Hanging swing
Interior features:
Luxury SPC vinyl flooring throughout the home
Bathroom Includes a glass walk-in shower with tile walls and floor, luxury vinyl floor
2 mini-split heating & cooling units with a smart thermostat to for complete year round climate control.
Wood frame
Pier & Beam foundation
R15 - R49 Insulation on walls and ceiling
Recessed LED lighting
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Pod One Bedroom – Starting at $115,000
This base price includes foundation, installation, heating and cooling, a full bathroom, a 2’ x 15’ deck, and our signature luxury finishes. The Pod One Bedroom also features a 10-foot-wide sliding glass door, a 2’ x 10’ three-pane window in the living space, two large windows in the bedroom, and a window in the bathroom for natural light and ventilation.
Additional required items will be assessed during your site visit and added to your estimate as needed:
Permit Plan Set – $2,900
Covers the cost of our in-house drafting team to create a customized architectural plan set tailored to your Pod Studio model and site conditions.Permits – $6,000 to $8,000
Reflects the external costs associated with meeting local municipality requirements. Includes engineering plan preparation and all city fees necessary for permit approval.Utility Work – $0 to $10,000
Based on the scope of upgrades needed to connect the pod to your existing utilities. Final pricing is determined during your site visit.Utility Trenching – $3,000 to $6,000
Includes trenching for water, wastewater, and electrical lines between the main house and the pod.Building & Permits Contingency – $5,000
Reserved for any unforeseen permitting or construction-related costs. Any unused funds will be fully refunded to you at the end of the project.
POD 2 BDR - 560 SQFT
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560 gross square feet of living space
14’ x 40’ Exterior
8’ x 3’ Deck
14.5’ Ceiling Height, 5’ high in the loft
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Exterior features:
Siding - black standing seam metal with fiber cement skirting on side walls, cement fiber panel on back wall, cedar on front wall.
Metal Roof
Windows and Doors - Black aluminum double pane Low-E
Deck - composite material
Interior features:
Luxury SPC vinyl flooring throughout the home
Includes a Kitchen with Built-In Appliances - 24 inch wide fridge with freezer, 24 inch wide sink stainless steel or matte black, 24 inch dishwasher, 2 induction burner cooktop, pantry cabinet with space for a microwave and coffee maker. Several cabinet colors to choose from
Bathroom Includes a glass walk-in shower with tile walls and floor, luxury vinyl floor
Central HVAC for complete year round climate control.
Wood frame
Pier & Beam foundation
R15 - R49 Insulation on walls and ceiling
Recessed LED lighting
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Pod Two Bedroom + Loft – Starting at $155,000
This base price includes installation, heating and cooling, a kitchen, a full bathroom, a 3’ x 8’ deck, and our signature luxury finishes. The Pod Two Bedroom + Loft also features a 10-foot-wide sliding glass door, two large windows in each bedroom, and a window in the bathroom for natural light and ventilation.
Additional required items will be assessed during your site visit and added to your estimate as needed:
Foundation - Price Determined After Site Visit
Permit Plan Set – $2,900
Covers the cost of our in-house drafting team to create a customized architectural plan set tailored to your Pod Studio model and site conditions.Permits – $6,000 to $8,000
Reflects the external costs associated with meeting local municipality requirements. Includes engineering plan preparation and all city fees necessary for permit approval.Utility Work – $0 to $10,000
Based on the scope of upgrades needed to connect the pod to your existing utilities. Final pricing is determined during your site visit.Utility Trenching – $3,000 to $6,000
Includes trenching for water, wastewater, and electrical lines between the main house and the pod.Building & Permits Contingency – $5,000
Reserved for any unforeseen permitting or construction-related costs. Any unused funds will be fully refunded to you at the end of the project.
POD VILLA 1 BDR - 530 SQFT
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530 gross square feet of living space
16’ x 24’ Exterior
3’ Deck
Vaulted Ceilings
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Exterior features:
Siding - black standing seam metal with fiber cement skirting on side walls, cement fiber panel on back wall, cedar on front wall.
Roof - black standing seam metal
Windows and Doors - Black aluminum double pane Low-E
Deck - composite material
Interior features:
Luxury SPC vinyl flooring throughout the home
Includes a Kitchen with Built-In Appliances - 24 inch wide fridge with freezer, 24 inch wide sink stainless steel or matte black, 24 inch dishwasher, 4 induction burner cooktop, pantry cabinet with space for a microwave and coffee maker. Several cabinet colors to choose from
Bathroom Includes a glass walk-in shower with tile walls and floor, luxury vinyl floor
Mini-split heating & cooling units with a smart thermostat to for complete year round climate control.
Wood frame
Pier & Beam foundation
R15 - R49 Insulation on walls and ceiling
Recessed LED lighting
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Pod Villa – Starting at $200,000
This base price includes foundation, installation, heating and cooling, a full bathroom, a 3’ deck, and our signature luxury finishes.
Additional required items will be assessed during your site visit and added to your estimate as needed:
Permit Plan Set – $2,900
Covers the cost of our in-house drafting team to create a customized architectural plan set tailored to your Pod Studio model and site conditions.Permits – $6,000 to $8,000
Reflects the external costs associated with meeting local municipality requirements. Includes engineering plan preparation and all city fees necessary for permit approval.Utility Work – $0 to $10,000
Based on the scope of upgrades needed to connect the pod to your existing utilities. Final pricing is determined during your site visit.Utility Trenching – $3,000 to $6,000
Includes trenching for water, wastewater, and electrical lines between the main house and the pod.Building & Permits Contingency – $5,000
Reserved for any unforeseen permitting or construction-related costs. Any unused funds will be fully refunded to you at the end of the project.
POD VILLA 2 BDR - 720 SQFT
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354 gross square feet of living space
12’ x 32’ Exterior
15’ x 3’ Deck
8’-9’ Ceiling Height
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Exterior features:
Siding - black standing seam metal with fiber cement skirting on side walls, cement fiber panel on back wall, cedar on front wall.
Roof - black standing seam metal
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Pod Villa – Starting at $250,000
This base price includes foundation, installation, heating and cooling, a full bathroom, a 3’ deck, and our signature luxury finishes.
Additional required items will be assessed during your site visit and added to your estimate as needed:
Permit Plan Set – $2,900
Covers the cost of our in-house drafting team to create a customized architectural plan set tailored to your Pod Studio model and site conditions.Permits – $6,000 to $8,000
Reflects the external costs associated with meeting local municipality requirements. Includes engineering plan preparation and all city fees necessary for permit approval.Utility Work – $0 to $10,000
Based on the scope of upgrades needed to connect the pod to your existing utilities. Final pricing is determined during your site visit.Utility Trenching – $3,000 to $6,000
Includes trenching for water, wastewater, and electrical lines between the main house and the pod.Building & Permits Contingency – $5,000
Reserved for any unforeseen permitting or construction-related costs. Any unused funds will be fully refunded to you at the end of the project.
Discovery Call – Share your land plan, goals, and constraints
Site Review & Estimate – We evaluate utilities, zoning, layout options
Build Agreement & Scheduling – Lock in scope, models, and schedule
Delivery & Finish – Pods delivered on-site, final walkthrough and sign-off
OUR PROCESS FOR DEVELOPERS:

We Build Pods. You Build Opportunity.
Whether you’re adding value to land you own or building for resale, we make pods fast, simple, and profitable.
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