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HomeCottageCharming 3-Bedroom Cottage with Rear Garage and Open Layout

Charming 3-Bedroom Cottage with Rear Garage and Open Layout

Plan #AM7042-A · 1,242 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

CottageCraftsmanNarrow House PlansOne Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,242
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot—the design is just 32 feet wide
  • Want a rear-load garage to preserve front curb appeal (2-car garage at the back)
  • Need a first-floor primary suite with walk-in closet (master bedroom and bath on main floor)
  • Seeking an open floor plan with efficient use of space (open keeping room and kitchen)
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs to navigate
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms—this plan has 3
  • Have a lot under 32 feet wide—this design needs that width
  • Want a two-story design to maximize square footage—this is single-story
  • Prefer a larger home over 1,500 sq ft—this is 1,200 sq ft
  • Need a front-load garage—this plan has a rear-load configuration

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,242 sq ft · 32.00′W × 63.00′D

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$690
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About this plan

The Cleveland house plan is a 1,242 sq ft single-story craftsman cottage designed to maximize a 32-foot wide footprint. This efficient layout utilizes its compact dimensions to provide 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, catering to those who require a condensed, high-utility living space without compromising on architectural character.

The interior architecture centers on an open-concept core, where the keeping room and kitchen function as a unified social zone. The kitchen features an integrated eating bar and a walk-in pantry, with direct access to a dedicated mud room and laundry area to organize household logistics. The primary suite is positioned for privacy, separated from the two secondary bedrooms, and includes a walk-in closet.

Standing at a maximum building height of 17 ft 8 in, the structure features 8-foot ceiling heights throughout the main level. The exterior is defined by a 104 sq ft covered front porch that provides a transition into the home, while the rear-load 2-car garage, measuring 435 sq ft, keeps the front elevation clear and enhances the home's street-facing aesthetic.

Constructed on a crawl space foundation with 2x6 exterior wall framing, the home utilizes a truss roof system with a 6:12 roof pitch. With a total house depth of 63 ft, this design is optimized for narrow lots, providing a clear path for vehicle entry via the rear, which preserves the facade for windows and landscaping.

Key Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,242 sq ft heated area, rear-load 2-car garage, open-concept floor plan, crawl space foundation, 6:12 roof pitch, 8-foot ceiling heights, walk-in pantry, mud room, covered front porch.

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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)1,242 sq ft
1st Floor1,242 sq ft
Front Porch104 sq ft
Total Porch104 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House32′
Depth of House63′
Building Height17′8″
1st Floor8′
Garage2-car, rear-load
Garage Area435 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
32.00′ × 63.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Builder-friendly construction drawings

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What will this cost to build?

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$279k
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