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Charming 1,649 sq ft Ranch with Flex Room and Fireplace

Plan #AE6847-A · 1,649 sq ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,649
Sq Ft
4
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • First-time builders working with a narrow lot—the design is just 54 ft 10 in wide
  • Downsizers seeking 4 bedrooms in a compact, efficient footprint (1,649 sq ft single story)
  • Remote workers or home-office users (flex room can be configured as dedicated work space)
  • Budget-conscious buyers aiming to minimize lot size and utilities while maintaining 4 bedrooms
  • Those who want single-level accessibility with no stairs to bedrooms
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need extensive outdoor living space—limited covered porch area (188 sq ft front porch only)
  • Want a 3-car or larger garage (this plan has 2-car side-load only)
  • Require a large main-floor footprint for entertaining (1,649 sq ft total, with flex room not dedicated to living)
  • Prefer two-story layouts or vertical expansion options (single-story ranch only)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,649 sq ft · 54.50′W × 64.50′D

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About this plan

Compact Single-Story with Flex Room and Central Fireplace

This Contemporary ranch home plan delivers 1,649 square feet of single-level living in a tight, efficient footprint of just 54 ft 10 in wide by 62 ft 8 in deep. Ideal for narrow or modest-sized lots, the design prioritizes accessibility and streamlined site utilization without sacrificing bedroom count or livability.

The floor plan centers on a great room anchored by a central fireplace with clear sightlines into the kitchen and breakfast nook, creating an open social hub. A split-bedroom layout separates the first-floor primary suite from three secondary bedrooms, ensuring acoustic privacy and flexible daytime use. The dedicated flex room can serve as a home office, media room, or study, adapting to varied household needs without dedicated square footage waste.

Interior finishes include 9-foot ceiling heights throughout the main level to maximize perceived volume in the compact layout. First-floor laundry and a mudroom support efficient household circulation. A 2-car side-load garage (632 sq ft) preserves the front elevation for curb appeal while providing enclosed parking. The covered front porch (188 sq ft) extends the entry experience and provides weather protection.

  • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms in 1,649 sq ft
  • Split-bedroom layout for privacy
  • Flex room for home office, media, or study
  • Central fireplace in great room
  • 2-car side-load garage preserves front elevation
  • 9-foot ceilings enhance perceived volume
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)1,649 sq ft
1st Floor1,649 sq ft
Total Porch188 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House54′6″
Depth of House64′6″
Building Height17′9″
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, side-load
Garage Area632 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement / Daylight Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch5:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
4 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
54.50′ × 64.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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