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HomeCottageCharming 3-Bedroom Home: 1272 sq ft

Charming 3-Bedroom Home: 1272 sq ft

Plan #J1887-A · 1,272 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,272
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot—the design is just 40–49 ft wide
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs (one-story ranch)
  • Plan to age in place—master suite, laundry, and living all on the main floor
  • Looking for an efficient design that keeps build costs down (1,272 sq ft)
  • Need a split-bedroom layout for privacy—secondary bedrooms separated from the master suite
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms for a growing family—this plan has 3
  • Want a large master bath or spa-style features—the master bath has double vanities but modest dimensions
  • Require a spacious garage or workshop—the two-car garage is front-entry with standard depth

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,272 sq ft · 44.50′W × 50.00′D

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About this plan

Efficient Single-Story Living

This cottage house plan offers 1,272 square feet of heated living space in a welcoming country design built on a single level. The efficient split-bedroom arrangement places the master suite on one side of the home, separated from the secondary bedrooms to create added privacy without sacrificing compact dimensions.

A covered front porch introduces the home with a sheltered entry, while the open floor plan connects the keeping room directly to the kitchen. A kitchen island with an eating bar provides additional workspace and casual seating. The master suite includes a walk-in closet and bath with double vanities, while first-floor laundry and a two-car garage support everyday convenience.

Built on a slab foundation with a 40–49 ft width and 50–59 ft depth, this design maximizes usable space on a modest footprint. The straightforward layout and practical features make it well-suited to builders and buyers seeking an affordable, low-maintenance home.

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)1,272 sq ft
1st Floor1,272 sq ft
Front Porch116 sq ft
Total Porch116 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House44′6″
Depth of House50′
Building Height22′
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area488 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch9:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
44.50′ × 50.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

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Plan #J1887-A
HOUSE · 1,272 sq ft · 3 bd / 2 ba / 2-car

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