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Charming 3-Bedroom Cottage with Porch and Smart Layout

Plan #AB6568-A · 1,050 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 0-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,050
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
0
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot under 40 feet wide (design is 33 ft wide)
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs (one-story cottage)
  • Need a first-floor master suite to age in place or prioritize main-floor living
  • Seeking a compact footprint to keep build costs down (1,050 sq ft)
  • Want a home office space without sacrificing a full bedroom (third bedroom converts easily)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a large family home with 4+ bedrooms (this plan has 3)
  • Have a family that requires multiple full bathrooms simultaneously (2 full baths only)
  • Want extensive garage storage or vehicle space (no garage included)
  • Prefer a two-story design to maximize square footage on a small lot (single-story only)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,050 sq ft · 33.00′W × 50.00′D

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About this plan

Cottage Living on a Compact Lot

This contemporary cottage house plan delivers 1,050 square feet of efficient, single-story living ideal for narrow lots. Measuring just 33 feet wide by 50 feet deep, the design maximizes space through an open-concept kitchen, dining, and keeping room anchored by a kitchen island and walk-in pantry. Nine-foot ceilings throughout enhance the sense of volume in the compact footprint.

The split-bedroom layout positions the first-floor master suite on one side of the home for privacy, with direct laundry access, while two additional bedrooms occupy the opposite wing. One bedroom easily converts to a dedicated home office. A substantial 360-square-foot covered front porch spans the facade, creating both curb appeal and a weather-protected entry. Built on a slab foundation with an 8:12 roof pitch, this plan is engineered for efficiency and stability on tight residential lots.

  • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,050 sq ft
  • First-floor master suite with laundry access
  • Split-bedroom design for acoustic separation
  • Kitchen island and walk-in pantry
  • Large covered front porch
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)1,050 sq ft
1st Floor1,050 sq ft
Front Porch360 sq ft
Total Porch360 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House33′
Depth of House50′
Building Height21′11″
1st Floor9′
Garage0-car
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
0-car garage
33.00′ × 50.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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$234k
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