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Elegant Two-Story Duplex Home with Flexible Spaces and Family Appeal

Plan #J5866-E · 2,048 sq ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2-car

DuplexMulti FamilyTraditional
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
2,048
Sq Ft
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Planning a rental investment or duplex build (multi-family duplex designed for income flexibility)
  • Need multi-generational living on a tight footprint (4 bedrooms, 3 full baths in 2,048 square feet)
  • Love split-bedroom layouts that maximize privacy (split-bedroom design on upper floor)
  • Want second-floor laundry convenient to bedrooms (second-floor laundry room included)
  • Prefer open-concept entertaining on the main floor (open kitchen, dining, and keeping room core)
  • Need a walk-in pantry for ample storage (walk-in pantry on main floor)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Want a single-family home only (this is a duplex designed for multi-family use)
  • Need single-story living with no stairs (this is a two-story plan)
  • Prefer the master suite on the main floor (master suite is on the second floor)
  • Have a lot narrower than 50 feet (plan requires 54 feet of width)
  • Need a 3+ car garage (2-car garage only)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Short-Term Rental InvestorsMulti-Generational FamiliesUrban Infill BuildersDuplex DevelopersNarrow Lot OwnersForever Home Builders
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Main Level — 2,048 sq ft · 54.50′W × 54.50′D

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About this plan

Elegant Duplex Home with Multi-Generational Appeal

This two-story duplex spans 2,048 square feet across a 54-by-50-foot footprint, offering four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and one half bathroom for dense, efficient living. The symmetrical design suits urban infill lots, narrow residential parcels, and multi-generational families seeking the exterior character of a single home with practical flexibility for dual-unit occupancy or rental income.

The first floor encompasses 819 square feet with an open-concept kitchen, dining, and keeping room anchored by a central island and walk-in pantry. A half bathroom and formal dining area support guest access. Upstairs, 1,229 square feet house the sleeping quarters with a split-bedroom layout that maximizes privacy between the primary suite and secondary bedrooms. Second-floor laundry reduces travel distance for chores, while the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom.

A front-load 2-car garage totals 410 square feet, keeping the driveway localized and preserving yard space. Covered front and rear porches add transitional outdoor zones. Built with 2x4 framing, 6:12 truss roofing, and 9-foot main-floor ceilings, this plan balances density with livability for rental or family 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)2,048 sq ft
1st Floor819 sq ft
2nd Floor1,229 sq ft
Front Porch36 sq ft
Rear Porch77 sq ft
Total Porch113 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms1
Width of House54′6″
Depth of House54′6″
Building Height28′5″
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area410 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Pitch6:12

Key Features

4 bedrooms · 3 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
54.50′ × 54.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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