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HomeCottageModern Duplex House Plan with 4 Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceilings & Rear Porches – 1384 Sq Ft

Modern Duplex House Plan with 4 Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceilings & Rear Porches – 1384 Sq Ft

Plan #J8126-E · 1,384 sq ft · 4 bd · 4 ba · 1.0 story · 0-car

CottageDuplexMulti FamilyOne Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,384
Sq Ft
4
Beds
4
Baths
1.0
Stories
0
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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✓ Great fit if you…
  • • Building a rental income property or investment real estate portfolio (duplex layout with two independent units)
  • • Multigenerational families seeking shared housing with private master suites in each unit (2 bedrooms, 2 baths per residence)
  • • Working with a narrow or small lot—the design is only 38 feet wide
  • • Need dedicated workspace for remote work in both units (home office in each residence)
  • • Want outdoor living spaces without sacrificing yard space (rear porches on each unit)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • • Need a single-family home—this design is configured as two separate residential units
  • • Want extensive garage or vehicle storage (no garage bays in this duplex plan)
  • • Prefer two-story living with upstairs bedrooms (single-story layout only)
  • • Need 3+ bedrooms in one residence—each unit has 2 bedrooms total

This plan tends to appeal to:

Rental Property InvestorsMulti-Generational FamiliesFirst-Time BuildersWork-From-Home ProfessionalsNarrow Lot Owners
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Main Level — 1,384 sq ft · 38.00′W × 47.00′D

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About this plan

Efficient Modern Duplex for Dual Living

This modern duplex house plan divides 1,384 square feet of heated living space into two well-balanced residential units, each offering 692 square feet of single-level comfort. Measuring 38 feet wide by 47 feet deep, the compact footprint fits efficiently on smaller lots while providing private living environments for two households.

Each unit features an open-concept layout with vaulted and volume ceilings that enhance the sense of spaciousness. The keeping or family room serves as the central gathering area, flowing seamlessly into the kitchen where a central island provides workspace and casual seating. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms in each residence—a rare feature in smaller duplexes—offer privacy and convenience for diverse household arrangements.

Both units include a dedicated home office or study, addressing modern remote work needs, and private rear porches measuring 92 square feet per unit extend outdoor living. First-floor master suites with walk-in closets and private bathrooms enhance daily functionality. Built on a slab foundation with 2x4 framing, the duplex emphasizes efficient construction and low-maintenance ownership.

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)1,384 sq ft
1st Floor1,384 sq ft
Rear Porch184 sq ft
Total Porch184 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms4
Stories1.0
Width of House38′
Depth of House47′
Building Height16′7″
1st Floor8′
Garage0-car
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

✓Single-story living — no stairs
✓4 bedrooms · 4 full baths
✓8-ft ceilings on the main level
✓0-car garage
✓38.00′ × 47.00′ footprint
✓Unlimited build license included
✓Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
✓Builder-friendly construction drawings

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