Wichita, Kansas
Your backyard.
Someone's home.
IMBY connects Wichita homeowners with people who need affordable housing — turning unused backyard space into a home for a neighbor and a steady stream of monthly income for you.
you earn, they're housed
2 wins
The idea
Wichita needs more affordable housing. You have a backyard.
IMBY stands for In My Backyard — a friendly counter to NIMBY ("Not In My Backyard"). Instead of pushing new housing away from our neighborhoods, we welcome it into our own backyards, where it does the most good for the people who need it most.
We believe the solutions to our collective needs are found within our own communities. Wichita homeowners have unused outdoor space. Their neighbors need safe, affordable places to live. IMBY brings those two realities together.
You add an ADU to your backyard. A neighbor gets a quality home in an established neighborhood. You earn steady monthly income. Everyone wins.
We believe we don't have to let fear lead us. Putting good in your backyard is the right thing to do — and it makes financial sense too.
Affordable housing — built here
Real homes for real Wichita neighbors
Monthly income for you
Your ADU pays you back month after month
Stronger community
More housing options keep Wichita's people close
The process
Simple as 1, 2, 3.
No construction headaches. No city hall headaches. IMBY walks you through every step from model selection to move-in day.
1
Pick your unit
Choose from our curated ADU models based on your backyard size and budget.
2
We handle the details
IMBY coordinates permitting, financing, site prep, and delivery in Wichita.
3
List it, earn it
If you don't already have a friend or family member to rent your unit, we can help you list it. A neighbor gets a home. You collect a check every month.
ROI Calculator
What would your backyard earn?
Select a unit and move the sliders. See your projected monthly income, profit, and break-even timeline in real time.
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Studio · Prime Craftsman
The Ember
$43,000 all-in
Studio · 1 Full Bath · 315 sq ft · Full kitchen · Living room
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1 Bedroom · Prime Craftsman
The Aspen
$57,000 all-in
1 Bed · 1 Full Bath · 503 sq ft* · Full kitchen · Porch · Closets
Months to Break Even
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time to recoup your down payment
Monthly Income
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rent x occupancy
Monthly Profit
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after all costs
Est. Monthly Payment
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5% / 15 yr
You own it as a real asset. Your ADU sits on your land, earns rent, and builds equity — while giving a Wichita neighbor an affordable place to call home.
* Estimates only. Assumes 5% annual interest, 15-year term. Actual results vary. Consult a financial advisor before investing.
** Calculations include a $1,500 annual insurance policy (~$125/mo) for the ADU. Insurance costs vary — contact your local provider for an accurate quote. Prices are all-in and include delivery, pavement, utility hookups, and permitting.
"Not in my backyard? How about IN my backyard."
IMBY Wichita
Let's talk
Ready to put good
in your backyard?
Fill out our quick form and we'll reach out to walk you through your options — no pressure, just a conversation about what's possible.
Questions? Email lhuslig@standtogether.org
Our Models
Two great options.
One great idea.
Each model is carefully chosen to maximize value for homeowners and comfort for renters.
Studio · Prime Craftsman
The Ember
$43,000 all-in with delivery, pavement, utilities & permitting
Build Type
Modular / Factory-built
Appreciates
Like site-built
The Ember is a full-featured Prime Craftsman studio built to the same code as site-built homes — often exceeding them. Built indoors in a climate-controlled facility, every unit is precision-crafted and delivered ready to live in. At 315 gross sq ft with a full kitchen, living room, and included appliances, it's a complete, private home with everything a renter needs. View The Ember at Prime Craftsman →
1 Bedroom · Prime Craftsman
The Aspen
$57,000 all-in with delivery, pavement, utilities & permitting
Build Type
Modular / Factory-built
The Aspen is a Prime Craftsman one-bedroom modular home — built to the same code as site-built homes, precision-crafted in a climate-controlled facility, and delivered ready to live in. With a private bedroom, full bath, full kitchen, closets, and a covered porch, it gives a Wichita neighbor a real place to call home. View The Aspen at Prime Craftsman →
*Gross square footage includes porch.