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Welcoming 1,248 Sq Ft Single-Story House Plan with Covered Front Porch

Plan #J2833-A · 1,248 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 1-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,248
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
1
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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✓ Great fit if you…
  • • You want a single-story home with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms.
  • • You prefer a first-floor master suite with a private bath and walk-in closet.
  • • You enjoy an open kitchen, dining, and living arrangement.
  • • You need a study alcove for reading or computer work.
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • • You need four or more bedrooms.
  • • You require a garage for multiple vehicles.
  • • You prefer a two-story layout with bedrooms upstairs.
  • • You need a large, enclosed home office.

This plan tends to appeal to:

Growing small familiesFirst-time homebuyersSingle-story living seekersWork-from-home couples
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Main Level — 1,248 sq ft · 26.00′W × 61.00′D

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About this plan

A 72-square-foot covered front porch distinguishes this 1,248-square-foot, single-story house plan, creating a sheltered entrance along its 26′-wide by 61′-deep footprint. Behind the porch, the layout accommodates three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on one level, with a first-floor master suite that keeps the primary sleeping area within easy reach of the home's shared living spaces.

The open floor plan connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, where an island provides an additional work surface and gathering point. A walk-in pantry offers dedicated food storage beside the kitchen. The master suite includes a private bathroom and walk-in closet, while two additional bedrooms provide space for household members or guests. A study alcove creates a separate nook for reading or computer work, and main-floor laundry keeps washing facilities on the same level as the bedrooms.

A front-load, one-car garage measuring 243 square feet provides vehicle storage alongside the main residence. Foundation options include slab, crawl space, or basement construction, with 2×4 wall framing and stick roof framing specified. The single-story layout keeps all 1,248 heated square feet on the first floor. 👉 View floor plans, photos, and pricing to get started today.

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)1,248 sq ft
1st Floor1,248 sq ft
Front Porch72 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House26′
Depth of House61′
Building Height16′
Garage1-car, front-load
Garage Area243 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick

Key Features

✓Single-story living — no stairs
✓3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
✓1-car garage
✓26.00′ × 61.00′ footprint
✓Unlimited build license included
✓Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
✓Builder-friendly construction drawings

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