1-Story House Plan with Basement 1764 ft²: 3 Beds, 3 Baths, Open Floor Plan, 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 96189R is a 3-bedroom single-story house plan with a walkout basement, offering 1764 ft² of living space in a Craftsman and New American design crowned by a hip & valley roof. Siding paired with stone/brick veneer gives the facade a traditional American character, while the 8/12 (34°) roof pitch adds depth and shadow to the elevations. The house measures 36'0" wide and 53'0" deep, with a height of 32'4", and it is drawn for a sloped site.
The main floor follows an open floor plan, so the great room, dining area and kitchen read as one bright, connected space. The large kitchen is built for daily family life: an island anchors the room, a breakfast bar invites quick meals and conversation, and a breakfast nook offers a quieter spot for the first coffee of the morning. A walk-in pantry keeps groceries and small appliances out of sight, and from the main level a balcony extends the living area outdoors.
The bedrooms are clustered, and the master suite sits on the main floor with its own walk-in closet, so everyday living never requires the stairs. With three full bathrooms, every bedroom is close to a full bath, which suits guests and older children equally well. The lower level adds a bonus/flex room ready for a playroom, office or home gym, along with the laundry and generous storage, keeping chores away from the living spaces.
The house stands on a walkout basement and is framed with wood 2x4 walls; a slab or crawl space foundation and wood 2x6 framing are also available on request. The 2-car drive-under garage is reached through a rear entry, which keeps the street view calm and lets the covered front porch take center stage. The garage with upstairs layout places the living floor directly above the cars, making efficient use of the slope and the full footprint of the home.
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