1.5-Story House Plan 1953 ft²: 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2-Car Garage
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This house plan can be modified to fit your family’s lifestyle and your lot’s specifics.
Plan 56523R is a 3-bedroom 2-story modern house plan of 1953 ft² that pairs clean Contemporary lines with a relaxed New American character under a double shed roof. The two offset roof planes rise at a 4/12 pitch, with the ridge running perpendicular to the street, and siding covers exterior walls built on 2x6 wood framing, with 2x4 framing also available on request. The house measures 69'6" wide and 30'0" deep, stands 29'6" high, and includes 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom for a single family.
Inside, a closed floor plan gives each room a clear purpose and its own sense of calm. The large family room is the center of daily life, roomy enough for long evenings together and kept separate from the noise of cooking. The large kitchen offers generous space to work, and its breakfast nook makes an easy spot for quick weekday mornings, coffee, and homework at the table, leaving the family room free for guests and conversation.
The master suite sits on the main floor, so the owners' bedroom is always close at hand. It includes a walk-in closet and direct laundry access from the master suite, a practical touch that makes everyday chores simpler. Split bedrooms place the two other bedrooms away from the master, giving parents and children their own privacy. A mudroom catches coats, shoes, and bags before they reach the living spaces, while a separate utility room and laundry keep household equipment and chores out of sight.
Outside, an attached 2-car garage with front entry provides room for both vehicles plus storage. The house stands on a slab foundation and is also available with a basement or a crawl space. At the back, a covered rear porch offers a sheltered place for summer dinners and quiet evenings outdoors, completing a house plan with a main floor master that balances modern style with the comfort of a well-ordered family home.
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