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Unique 2,855 Sq. Ft. Duplex with Versatile Basement & Covered Decks

Plan #I5476-A · 2,855 sq ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

Contemporary And Modern House PlansDuplexMulti FamilyTwo Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
2,855
Sq Ft
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Have a narrow lot under 40 feet wide (this compact duplex is just 36 feet across)
  • Seek rental income or multi-generational living in one structure (two separate units with independent kitchens and entries)
  • Want a two-story footprint without a sprawling single-level design (1,062 sq ft + 1,793 sq ft split between two floors)
  • Need flexible basement space for storage or future expansion (675 sq ft basement with 10-foot ceilings)
  • Prefer clean urban architecture with contemporary style (3:12 roof pitch and streamlined profile)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a single large home for one family with 3+ bedrooms on day one (this is a duplex; bedrooms are split across two units and two floors)
  • Dislike multi-family living or dual-unit designs (the entire structure is engineered as two separate dwelling units)
  • Have a lot wider than 40 feet and want to use all available space (the plan's width is capped at 36 feet)
  • Prefer a single-level layout or one-story living (the design is two stories with units on different floor levels)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Short-Term Rental InvestorsMulti-Generational FamiliesUrban Lot BuildersFirst-Time BuildersSmall Lot Specialists
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Main Level — 2,855 sq ft · 36.00′W × 62.00′D

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About this plan

Compact Duplex with Two Living Units & Rental Income Potential

This contemporary duplex spans 2,855 square feet of heated living space across two distinct units on a compact 36-by-62-foot footprint. Engineered for multi-generational living or rental revenue, the design maximizes square footage on a narrow lot with a two-story profile, streamlined 3:12 roof pitch, and 28-foot maximum height.

Unit 1 functions as an efficient living space with an open-concept core and private covered deck. Unit 2 offers a larger layout: 1,062 square feet on the first floor and 1,793 square feet on the second floor, with two private bedrooms upstairs, a dedicated kitchen, and dining area on the lower level. Both units maintain 9-foot ceilings for consistent light and spatial depth.

A 675-square-foot basement with 10-foot ceilings provides flexible storage or expansion potential. The front-load 2-car garage integrates into Unit 2's ground floor, while 627 square feet of combined porch and deck space facilitate indoor-outdoor connectivity. The duplex configuration supports 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom across both units.

  • Two separate kitchens and living units for rental income or multi-generational households
  • Compact 36-foot width ideal for narrow urban or suburban lots
  • 675 sq ft basement for storage, media, or additional bedroom expansion
  • 9-foot and 10-foot ceiling heights for volume and natural light
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)2,855 sq ft
1st Floor1,062 sq ft
2nd Floor1,793 sq ft
Basement (Finished)675 sq ft
Basement (Unfinished)675 sq ft
Total Porch627 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms1
Stories2.0
Width of House36′
Depth of House62′
Building Height28′
1st Floor9′
2nd Floor9′
Basement10′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area596 sq ft
FoundationBasement / Slab / Crawl Space
Wall Framing2x6
Roof Pitch3:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 3 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
36.00′ × 62.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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