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HomeCountryWelcoming Two-Bedroom Home with Front Porch and Garage

Welcoming Two-Bedroom Home with Front Porch and Garage

Plan #J1985-A · 960 sq ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
960
Sq Ft
2
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Building on a modest budget with a narrow lot (just 50–59 ft wide, under 900 sq ft)
  • Want a one-story, no-stairs layout for aging in place or accessibility (first-floor master, laundry, and living)
  • Need an efficient home with low maintenance and utility costs (compact 900 sq ft slab foundation)
  • Prefer a split-bedroom layout for privacy when hosting family or guests (separate bedrooms, two full baths)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need multiple bedrooms for a growing or large family — this plan has only 2 bedrooms
  • Want a main-floor home office or dedicated workspace (no office or study included)
  • Require outdoor entertaining space beyond a front porch (no rear porch or grilling area)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 960 sq ft · 53.00′W × 36.00′D

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About this plan

Efficient One-Story Living

This charming country-style house plan delivers 900 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living in a compact one-story footprint. The Monarch features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car front-load garage on a slab foundation, making it an ideal fit for couples, small families, or first-time builders seeking an affordable, low-maintenance home.

The open floor plan maximizes every square foot with a bright living area flowing seamlessly into a gourmet kitchen anchored by a functional island and eating bar. The first-floor owner's suite provides privacy with a walk-in closet and high-end finishes, while the split-bedroom layout keeps guests in their own space. A dedicated first-floor laundry room and inviting covered front porch round out the efficient design.

With two full baths and country charm wrapped in a modern, energy-efficient package, the Monarch balances style and practicality in a highly livable 50–59 ft wide footprint.

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)960 sq ft
1st Floor960 sq ft
Front Porch75 sq ft
Total Porch75 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House53′
Depth of House36′
Building Height18′
1st Floor8′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area440 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch8:12 and 8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
53.00′ × 36.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

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Plan #J1985-A
HOUSE · 960 sq ft · 2 bd / 2 ba / 2-car

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