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HomeComfortable Traditional House Plan with Covered Front Porch – 1,393 Sq Ft | Beagle House Plan

Comfortable Traditional House Plan with Covered Front Porch – 1,393 Sq Ft | Beagle House Plan

Plan #A8204-A · 1,392 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 0-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,392
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
0
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow lot or tight footprint—the design is just 48 feet wide and 32 feet deep (one-story, compact footprint)
  • Want a first-floor master suite for convenience and single-level living (first-floor master, laundry on main level)
  • Appreciate traditional architecture with a welcoming covered porch (spacious covered front porch)
  • Need flexible secondary bedrooms for a home office, nursery, or guest room (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms)
  • Prefer efficiency and lower build costs with an open layout and practical storage (wall pantry, storage space, eating bar)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a 2-car garage—this plan does not include a garage
  • Require more than 3 bedrooms or multiple bathrooms—this plan offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms only
  • Want a sprawling home on a large lot—the compact 48-by-32-foot footprint is designed for efficiency
  • Prefer a formal dining room separate from kitchen and living areas—the layout emphasizes open-concept connection

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,392 sq ft · 48.00′W × 32.00′D

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About this plan

Compact Traditional Ranch with Covered Porch & Efficient Layout

This comfortable traditional house plan combines timeless residential charm with efficient modern functionality, creating a practical and inviting single-level home suited for everyday living. Offering 1,392 square feet of heated living space, the design emphasizes open gathering spaces, efficient circulation, and welcoming curb appeal while maintaining the familiar warmth of traditional architecture. Measuring 48 feet wide by 32 feet deep, the residence maintains a compact yet highly functional footprint ideal for suburban neighborhoods, rural settings, or smaller residential lots.

A spacious covered front porch introduces the home with classic curb appeal and creates a welcoming outdoor living area. Inside, the floor plan is organized around open-concept living spaces that maximize comfort and functionality. The keeping or family room serves as the heart of the residence with open connections to the kitchen and dining areas, encouraging interaction and enhancing spaciousness throughout the home.

The kitchen is designed to support both practicality and social engagement, featuring an eating bar that establishes a natural connection to surrounding living spaces and a breakfast area for informal meals. A wall pantry and additional storage space enhance organization and long-term livability. The residence includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with the first-floor master suite providing comfortable accommodations with a walk-in closet and private bathroom. Secondary bedrooms offer flexible spaces for family, guests, or adaptable uses such as a nursery or home office. A dedicated first-floor laundry area furthers convenience. Built on a crawl space foundation with durable 2x4 wall framing, this traditional home succeeds through its blend of timeless curb appeal, efficient single-level living, and thoughtful organization.

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)1,392 sq ft
1st Floor1,392 sq ft
Front Porch144 sq ft
Total Porch144 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House48′
Depth of House32′
Building Height15′
1st Floor8′
Garage0-car
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch5:12
SidingBoard and Batten

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
0-car garage
48.00′ × 32.00′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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Plan #A8204-A
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$252k
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$287k
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