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Garage Apartment Plan with Upper-Level Living and Unfinished Spaces

Plan #AB5824-A · 1,619 sq ft · 2.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,619
Sq Ft
Beds
0
Baths
2.0
Stories
3
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Need a 3-car garage for vehicles, hobbies, or workshop space (3-car garage with carport)
  • Want a live-work or rental-income setup with flexible upper-level space (apartment potential with adaptable layout)
  • Interested in additional storage — the unfinished upper-level space provides ample room for long-term storage or expansion
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a fully finished, move-in-ready residential unit — the upper level includes significant unfinished space that requires completion
  • Prefer a compact footprint — this design spans 60 to 69 feet wide and 50 to 59 feet deep
  • Want a traditional home layout — this plan is designed as a garage-first structure with secondary living space above

This plan tends to appeal to:

Short-Term Rental InvestorsWork-From-Home ProfessionalsCar EnthusiastsHobby Farmers & Acreage OwnersIncome Property Builders
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Main Level — 1,619 sq ft · 64.50′W × 54.50′D

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About this plan

3-Car Garage with Upper-Level Living and Storage Potential

This two-story garage apartment design combines a spacious 3-car garage on the main level with 1,619 sq ft of total living area. The front-facing garage bays offer plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies, or workshop setup. A carport provides additional covered parking, while a small finished first-floor area handles entry access. The slab foundation and straightforward layout ensure efficient construction.

Upstairs, the second floor features nine-foot ceilings and includes a large portion of unfinished space—ideal for storage, future expansion, bonus rooms, or flexible living arrangements. A patio on the exterior offers outdoor enjoyment. The open upper-level layout allows you to customize the space according to your needs, whether as a rental apartment, guest suite, office, or studio.

This versatile design works well for those seeking a live-work setup, a garage with apartment potential, or additional income from rental. The 60 to 69-foot width and 50 to 59-foot depth make it suitable for standard to larger residential lots.

What's included in this plan
  • Exterior elevations (all sides)
  • Detailed floor plan(s) with dimensions
  • Foundation plan
  • Roof plan
  • Schematic electrical layout
  • Building cross-sections
  • General notes & specifications
Not included (handled locally)
  • Architectural / engineering stamps
  • Site & grading plan
  • Structural / framing calculations
  • Plumbing & HVAC layouts
  • Energy-compliance documents
  • Material take-off list
These are typically prepared by your local builder or engineer to meet your jurisdiction's requirements.

Complete Plan Specifications

Total Living (heated)1,619 sq ft
1st Floor105 sq ft
2nd Floor1,514 sq ft
Stories2.0
Width of House64′6″
Depth of House54′6″
Building Height31′3″
1st Floor10′
2nd Floor9′
Garage3-car, front-load
Garage Area1,467 sq ft
FoundationSlab
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch10:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
10-ft ceilings on the main level
3-car garage
64.50′ × 54.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Builder-friendly construction drawings

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Plan #AB5824-A
GARAGE · 1,619 sq ft · bd / 0 ba / 3-car

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