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HomeCharming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft

Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft

Plan #A8238-A · 1,297 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,297
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Seeking a manageable single-story home with no stairs (one-story traditional design, 1,297 heated square feet)
  • Want a first-floor master suite for accessibility and aging in place (primary suite with private bath on main level)
  • Love outdoor living and relaxing on porches (covered front and rear porches for entertaining and unwinding)
  • Need practical features for daily efficiency (first-floor utility room with laundry access from garage)
  • Appreciate a cozy fireplace for ambiance and seasonal warmth (fireplace anchoring the keeping and family room)
  • Looking for a traditional aesthetic with balanced, classic proportions (timeless architectural style)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Have a large family or frequently host extended guests — this plan has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
  • Need ample garage or workshop space for multiple vehicles or equipment (two-car garage only, 436 square feet)
  • Working with a very wide or deep lot under 43 feet wide or over 55 feet deep — the footprint is 43 by approximately 55 feet

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,297 sq ft · 43.00′W × 54.50′D

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About this plan

Charming Traditional Home with Fireplace and Dual Porches

This traditional house plan delivers timeless charm in 1,297 square feet of heated living space, combining balanced proportions and classic architectural lines with welcoming outdoor spaces. The spacious covered front porch and rear porch create inviting gathering areas perfect for entertaining, while impressive 9-foot first-floor ceilings enhance the open feeling throughout the interior. Inside, the keeping and family room with fireplace serves as the warm heart of the home, flowing naturally into the kitchen with breakfast area.

The first-floor master suite provides privacy and convenience with a private master bath and walk-in closet, thoughtfully positioned away from secondary bedrooms. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms accommodate families, guests, or flexible living needs, with secondary bedrooms easily serving as children's rooms, guest accommodations, or home offices. The kitchen features a wall pantry, while a utility room and direct laundry access from the garage add practical functionality.

The home measures 43 feet wide by 54 feet 10 inches deep with a single-story layout, requiring no stairs. Built on a crawl space foundation with sturdy 2x4 framing, it includes a two-car front-load garage (436 square feet) and thoughtful storage throughout.

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)1,297 sq ft
1st Floor1,297 sq ft
Front Porch199 sq ft
Rear Porch92 sq ft
Total Porch291 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House43′
Depth of House54′6″
Building Height20′
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area436 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12
SidingSiding

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
43.00′ × 54.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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