1-Story House Plan with Basement 1201 ft²: 4 Beds, 3 Baths, Open Floor Plan, 2-Car Garage

House plan 19616R is a small house plan for a year-round family home of 1201 ft², with a long, slender form measuring 28'0" wide and 68'0" deep and a choice of foundations and exterior wall framing. Its proportions define its character: the house is more than twice as deep as it is wide, so it extends from front to back rather than across the facade.

At 1201 ft², this compact house suits a family that wants a home of manageable scale, with less space to furnish, heat and maintain than a larger residence requires. The modest width gives the front of the house a composed, unassuming presence, while the generous depth provides its sense of length. On a quiet morning, that long line feels calm and unhurried.

The foundation can be selected to suit the build. This house plan does not include a basement as standard, but a walkout basement is available on request for those who want a lower level with its own direct access outdoors. The home is also available with a slab, a simple option that keeps the house close to the ground, or with a crawl space, which leaves accessible room beneath the floor.

The exterior walls offer a similar choice, as wood framing is available on request in either 2x4 or 2x6. The deeper 2x6 wall leaves more room for insulation, a practical consideration for a house lived in through every season, while 2x4 framing is the familiar traditional option. Together, these options allow plan 19616R to be adapted to the priorities of the family who will call it home.