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Efficient Two-Story Duplex with Garage and Private Suites

Plan #J6361-E · 1,491 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

CraftsmanDuplexMulti FamilyTwo Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,491
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Planning a rental or investment property — duplex format with efficient 1,491 sq ft footprint
  • Multi-generational living with separate master suite upstairs and home office on main floor
  • Want a two-car garage with compact lot requirements (50 feet wide by 44 feet deep)
  • Need flexible work-from-home space — dedicated home office on first floor
  • Value private suites — split-bedroom layout separates master from secondary bedrooms
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a single-family home — this is a duplex design intended for multifamily use
  • Want a sprawling layout with significant square footage — this plan is 1,491 sq ft across two stories
  • Prefer extensive outdoor entertaining space — covered porch is 120 square feet only
  • Need one-story, no-stairs living — this is a two-story plan

This plan tends to appeal to:

Short-Term Rental InvestorsMulti-Generational FamiliesFirst-Time BuildersInfill & Narrow-Lot Builders
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Main Level — 1,491 sq ft · 50.00′W × 44.00′D

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About this plan

Efficient Duplex for Investment & Multi-Generational Living

This two-story duplex spans 1,491 square feet and fits a 50-foot by 44-foot lot, making it ideal for compact multifamily developments or shared ownership. A front-load 2-car garage and 120-square-foot covered porch define the streetscape, while a slab foundation and 8:12 roof pitch ensure durability and cost efficiency.

The first floor provides 723 square feet with 10-foot ceilings, centered on a keeping room, formal dining area, and dedicated home office. A kitchen island supports food preparation, while first-floor laundry and a half bathroom serve daily needs. The split-bedroom layout on the upper floor ensures acoustic separation between the 768-square-foot master suite and two secondary bedrooms, each with walk-in closets.

The second floor master suite offers privacy and storage, while attic space provides additional organization capacity. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms—plus a half bath—suit rental or multi-generational households. The 2x4 framing and compact design prioritize cost-effective construction without compromising livability.

  • 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
  • Split-bedroom layout for privacy between suites
  • 2-car garage and first-floor laundry
  • Kitchen island and dedicated home office
  • Compact 50-ft × 44-ft footprint ideal for infill lots
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)1,491 sq ft
1st Floor723 sq ft
2nd Floor768 sq ft
Front Porch120 sq ft
Total Porch120 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms1
Stories2.0
Width of House50′
Depth of House44′
Building Height27′4″
1st Floor10′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area278 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
10-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
50.00′ × 44.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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