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Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Basement and 3-Car Garage

Plan #AO6970-A · 1,493 sq ft · 5 bd · 3 ba · 1.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,493
Sq Ft
5
Beds
3
Baths
1.0
Stories
3
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Have a large family or frequently host extended family (5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms across main level and finished basement)
  • Plan to age in place—master suite, laundry, and main living all accessible on the main floor (first-floor master, keeping room, formal dining)
  • Want finished recreation or guest space without building a second story (1,470 sq ft finished basement with game room)
  • Need a 3-car garage for vehicles and storage (820 sq ft front-load garage)
  • Value consistent ceiling height and bright interiors throughout (9-foot ceilings on both levels)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a single-level layout with no basement stairs (bedrooms and game space are in the finished basement)
  • Want to avoid basement construction and maintenance (plan relies on basement for additional bedrooms and recreation)
  • Have a lot narrower than 60 feet (design requires approximately 63 feet of width)
  • Prefer a compact footprint to keep costs minimal (1,493 sq ft main level plus 1,470 sq ft basement totals substantial finished area)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Growing FamiliesAging-in-Place BuyersMulti-Generational FamiliesHosts & EntertainersForever Home Builders
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Main Level — 1,493 sq ft · 63.00′W × 43.00′D

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About this plan

Single-Story Ranch with Finished Basement and 3-Car Garage

The Cougar is a transitional ranch-style home plan delivering 1,493 square feet of main-level living plus 1,470 square feet of finished basement, totaling nearly 3,000 square feet across one accessible story plus conditioned lower level. Designed for a 63-foot width and 43-foot depth, the plan fits comfortably on moderate lots while offering flexible space for families or guests.

The main level centers on an open-concept kitchen, island, and walk-in pantry that flow into a dedicated keeping room. A first-floor master suite with full bath, formal dining room, and cluster of additional bedrooms complete this level. A 127-square-foot covered front porch anchors traditional curb appeal. The finished basement adds two secondary bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large game room—all with 9-foot ceilings matching the main level's volume.

Built on a basement foundation with 2x4 framing and a 6:12 roof pitch, the structure reaches 20 feet 3 inches in height. The integrated 3-car front-load garage (820 sq ft) sits cleanly alongside the main entrance, keeping the living layout unobstructed. This design emphasizes age-in-place living through its ranch layout and accessible first-floor primary bedroom.

  • 5-bedroom layout across two levels (first-floor master, two additional bedrooms on main, two on finished basement)
  • 3 full bathrooms with a first-floor powder room option
  • 9-foot ceilings throughout for consistent volume and light
  • Open-concept kitchen with island and walk-in pantry
  • Finished basement with game room for recreation or flexible use
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)1,493 sq ft
1st Floor1,493 sq ft
Basement (Finished)1,470 sq ft
Front Porch127 sq ft
Total Porch127 sq ft
Bedrooms5
Full Bathrooms3
Stories1.0
Width of House63′
Depth of House43′
Building Height20′3″
1st Floor9′
Basement9′
Garage3-car, front-load
Garage Area820 sq ft
FoundationBasement / Daylight Basement / Walkout Basement / Crawl Space / Slab
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
5 bedrooms · 3 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
3-car garage
63.00′ × 43.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

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Plan #AO6970-A
HOUSE · 1,493 sq ft · 5 bd / 3 ba / 3-car

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