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Beautiful 540 sq ft 1-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $67,500-$108,000.
compact
$65-$162
11540
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Beautiful 570 sq ft 1-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $71,250-$114,000.
compact
$65-$169
11570
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Beautiful 600 sq ft 1-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $75,000-$120,000.
compact
$65-$176
11600
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Beautiful 630 sq ft 1-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $78,750-$126,000.
compact
$65-$183
11630
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Beautiful 660 sq ft 1-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $82,500-$132,000.
compact
$65-$191
11660
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Beautiful 900 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $112,500-$180,000.
small
$65-$294
21.5900
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Beautiful 950 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $118,750-$190,000.
small
$65-$306
21.5950
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Beautiful 1000 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $125,000-$200,000.
small
$65-$317
21.51,000
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Beautiful 1050 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $131,250-$210,000.
small
$65-$329
21.51,050
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Beautiful 1100 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $137,500-$220,000.
small
$65-$341
21.51,100
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Beautiful 1080 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $135,000-$216,000.
medium
$65-$383
321,080
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Beautiful 1140 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $142,500-$228,000.
medium
$65-$397
321,140
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Beautiful 1200 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $150,000-$240,000.
medium
$65-$411
321,200
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Beautiful 1260 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $157,500-$252,000.
medium
$65-$426
321,260
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Beautiful 1320 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $165,000-$264,000.
medium
$65-$440
321,320
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Beautiful 1350 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $168,750-$270,000.
medium
$65-$447
321,350
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Beautiful 1425 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $178,125-$285,000.
medium
$65-$464
321,425
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Beautiful 1500 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $187,500-$300,000.
medium
$65-$482
321,500
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Beautiful 1575 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $196,875-$315,000.
medium
$65-$500
321,575
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Beautiful 1650 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $206,250-$330,000.
medium
$65-$517
321,650
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Beautiful 1620 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $202,500-$324,000.
large
$65-$557
42.51,620
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Beautiful 1710 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $213,750-$342,000.
large
$65-$578
42.51,710
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Beautiful 1800 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $225,000-$360,000.
large
$65-$599
42.51,800
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Beautiful 1890 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $236,250-$378,000.
large
$65-$621
42.51,890
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Beautiful 1980 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $247,500-$396,000.
large
$65-$642
42.51,980
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Beautiful 810 sq ft 2-bedroom starter house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $101,250-$162,000.
starter
$65-$273
21.5810
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Beautiful 855 sq ft 2-bedroom starter house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $106,875-$171,000.
starter
$65-$283
21.5855
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Beautiful 900 sq ft 2-bedroom starter house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $112,500-$180,000.
starter
$65-$294
21.5900
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Beautiful 945 sq ft 2-bedroom starter house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $118,125-$189,000.
starter
$65-$304
21.5945
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Beautiful 990 sq ft 2-bedroom starter house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $123,750-$198,000.
starter
$65-$315
21.5990
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Beautiful 720 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $90,000-$144,000.
compact
$65-$252
21720
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Beautiful 760 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $95,000-$152,000.
compact
$65-$261
21760
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Beautiful 800 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $100,000-$160,000.
compact
$65-$270
21800
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Beautiful 840 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $105,000-$168,000.
compact
$65-$280
21840
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Beautiful 880 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $110,000-$176,000.
compact
$65-$289
21880
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Beautiful 900 sq ft 2-bedroom dual-master house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $112,500-$180,000.
dual-master
$65-$294
22900
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Beautiful 950 sq ft 2-bedroom dual-master house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $118,750-$190,000.
dual-master
$65-$306
22950
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Beautiful 1000 sq ft 2-bedroom dual-master house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $125,000-$200,000.
dual-master
$65-$317
221,000
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Beautiful 1050 sq ft 2-bedroom dual-master house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $131,250-$210,000.
dual-master
$65-$329
221,050
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Beautiful 1100 sq ft 2-bedroom dual-master house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $137,500-$220,000.
dual-master
$65-$341
221,100
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1800 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $225,000-$360,000.
large
$65-$599
42.51,800
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Beautiful 1900 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $237,500-$380,000.
large
$65-$623
42.51,900
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Beautiful 2000 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $250,000-$400,000.
large
$65-$646
42.52,000
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2100 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $262,500-$420,000.
large
$65-$670
42.52,100
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Beautiful 2200 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $275,000-$440,000.
large
$65-$693
42.52,200
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Beautiful 1980 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $247,500-$396,000.
large
$65-$642
431,980
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Beautiful 2090 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $261,250-$418,000.
large
$65-$668
432,090
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Beautiful 2200 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $275,000-$440,000.
large
$65-$693
432,200
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Beautiful 2310 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $288,750-$462,000.
large
$65-$719
432,310
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Beautiful 2420 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $302,500-$484,000.
large
$65-$745
432,420
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Beautiful 2160 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $270,000-$432,000.
large
$65-$684
432,160
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Beautiful 2280 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $285,000-$456,000.
large
$65-$712
432,280
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2400 sq ft 4-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $300,000-$480,000.
large
$65-$740
432,400
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2250 sq ft 5-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $281,250-$450,000.
large
$65-$752
532,250
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2375 sq ft 5-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $296,875-$475,000.
large
$65-$782
532,375
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2500 sq ft 5-bedroom large house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $312,500-$500,000.
large
$65-$811
532,500
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1080 sq ft 3-bedroom family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $135,000-$216,000.
family
$65-$383
321,080
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1140 sq ft 3-bedroom family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $142,500-$228,000.
family
$65-$397
321,140
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1200 sq ft 3-bedroom family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $150,000-$240,000.
family
$65-$411
321,200
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1260 sq ft 3-bedroom family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $157,500-$252,000.
family
$65-$426
321,260
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1320 sq ft 3-bedroom family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $165,000-$264,000.
family
$65-$440
321,320
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 990 sq ft 3-bedroom compact-family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $123,750-$198,000.
compact-family
$65-$362
32990
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1045 sq ft 3-bedroom compact-family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $130,625-$209,000.
compact-family
$65-$375
321,045
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1100 sq ft 3-bedroom compact-family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $137,500-$220,000.
compact-family
$65-$388
321,100
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1155 sq ft 3-bedroom compact-family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $144,375-$231,000.
compact-family
$65-$401
321,155
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1210 sq ft 3-bedroom compact-family house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $151,250-$242,000.
compact-family
$65-$414
321,210
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1620 sq ft 4-bedroom family house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $202,500-$324,000.
family
$65-$557
42.51,620
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1710 sq ft 4-bedroom family house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $213,750-$342,000.
family
$65-$578
42.51,710
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1800 sq ft 4-bedroom family house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $225,000-$360,000.
family
$65-$599
42.51,800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1890 sq ft 4-bedroom family house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $236,250-$378,000.
family
$65-$621
42.51,890
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1980 sq ft 4-bedroom family house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $247,500-$396,000.
family
$65-$642
42.51,980
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2250 sq ft 5-bedroom large-family house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $281,250-$450,000.
large-family
$65-$752
532,250
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2375 sq ft 5-bedroom large-family house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $296,875-$475,000.
large-family
$65-$782
532,375
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2500 sq ft 5-bedroom large-family house plan with 3 bathrooms. Build cost: $312,500-$500,000.
large-family
$65-$811
532,500
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 450 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $56,250-$90,000.
tiny
$65-$141
11450
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 475 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $59,375-$95,000.
tiny
$65-$147
11475
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Beautiful 500 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $62,500-$100,000.
tiny
$65-$153
11500
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 525 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $65,625-$105,000.
tiny
$65-$159
11525
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 550 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $68,750-$110,000.
tiny
$65-$165
11550
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 540 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $67,500-$108,000.
tiny
$65-$162
11540
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 570 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $71,250-$114,000.
tiny
$65-$169
11570
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 600 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $75,000-$120,000.
tiny
$65-$176
11600
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 630 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $78,750-$126,000.
tiny
$65-$183
11630
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 660 sq ft 1-bedroom tiny house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $82,500-$132,000.
tiny
$65-$191
11660
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 630 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $78,750-$126,000.
small
$65-$230
21630
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 665 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $83,125-$133,000.
small
$65-$239
21665
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 700 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $87,500-$140,000.
small
$65-$247
21700
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 735 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $91,875-$147,000.
small
$65-$255
21735
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 770 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $96,250-$154,000.
small
$65-$263
21770
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 720 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $90,000-$144,000.
small
$65-$252
21720
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 760 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $95,000-$152,000.
small
$65-$261
21760
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 800 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $100,000-$160,000.
small
$65-$270
21800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 840 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $105,000-$168,000.
small
$65-$280
21840
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 880 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $110,000-$176,000.
small
$65-$289
21880
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 810 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $101,250-$162,000.
small
$65-$273
21.5810
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 855 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $106,875-$171,000.
small
$65-$283
21.5855
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 900 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $112,500-$180,000.
small
$65-$294
21.5900
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 945 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $118,125-$189,000.
small
$65-$304
21.5945
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 990 sq ft 2-bedroom small house plan with 1.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $123,750-$198,000.
small
$65-$315
21.5990
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 720 sq ft 1-bedroom adu house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $90,000-$144,000.
adu
$65-$205
11720
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 760 sq ft 1-bedroom adu house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $95,000-$152,000.
adu
$65-$214
11760
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 800 sq ft 1-bedroom adu house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $100,000-$160,000.
adu
$65-$223
11800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 840 sq ft 1-bedroom adu house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $105,000-$168,000.
adu
$65-$233
11840
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 880 sq ft 1-bedroom adu house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $110,000-$176,000.
adu
$65-$242
11880
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1800 sq ft 3-bedroom barndominium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $180,000-$315,000.
barndominium
$65-$552
321,800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1900 sq ft 3-bedroom barndominium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $190,000-$332,500.
barndominium
$65-$576
321,900
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2000 sq ft 3-bedroom barndominium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $200,000-$350,000.
barndominium
$65-$599
322,000
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2100 sq ft 3-bedroom barndominium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $210,000-$367,500.
barndominium
$65-$623
322,100
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2200 sq ft 3-bedroom barndominium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $220,000-$385,000.
barndominium
$65-$646
322,200
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 900 sq ft 2-bedroom cabin house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $112,500-$180,000.
cabin
$65-$294
21900
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 950 sq ft 2-bedroom cabin house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $118,750-$190,000.
cabin
$65-$306
21950
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1000 sq ft 2-bedroom cabin house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $125,000-$200,000.
cabin
$65-$317
211,000
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1050 sq ft 2-bedroom cabin house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $131,250-$210,000.
cabin
$65-$329
211,050
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1100 sq ft 2-bedroom cabin house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $137,500-$220,000.
cabin
$65-$341
211,100
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1080 sq ft 2-bedroom cottage house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $135,000-$216,000.
cottage
$65-$336
221,080
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1140 sq ft 2-bedroom cottage house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $142,500-$228,000.
cottage
$65-$350
221,140
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1200 sq ft 2-bedroom cottage house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $150,000-$240,000.
cottage
$65-$364
221,200
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1260 sq ft 2-bedroom cottage house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $157,500-$252,000.
cottage
$65-$379
221,260
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1320 sq ft 2-bedroom cottage house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $165,000-$264,000.
cottage
$65-$393
221,320
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1350 sq ft 3-bedroom craftsman house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $168,750-$270,000.
craftsman
$65-$447
321,350
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1425 sq ft 3-bedroom craftsman house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $178,125-$285,000.
craftsman
$65-$464
321,425
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1500 sq ft 3-bedroom craftsman house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $187,500-$300,000.
craftsman
$65-$482
321,500
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1575 sq ft 3-bedroom craftsman house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $196,875-$315,000.
craftsman
$65-$500
321,575
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1650 sq ft 3-bedroom craftsman house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $206,250-$330,000.
craftsman
$65-$517
321,650
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1800 sq ft 4-bedroom duplex house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $225,000-$360,000.
duplex
$65-$599
421,800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1900 sq ft 4-bedroom duplex house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $237,500-$380,000.
duplex
$65-$623
421,900
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2000 sq ft 4-bedroom duplex house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $250,000-$400,000.
duplex
$65-$646
422,000
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2100 sq ft 4-bedroom duplex house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $262,500-$420,000.
duplex
$65-$670
422,100
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 2200 sq ft 4-bedroom duplex house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $275,000-$440,000.
duplex
$65-$693
422,200
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 765 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $90,000-$153,000.
compact
$65-$262
21765
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 808 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $95,000-$161,500.
compact
$65-$272
21808
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 850 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $100,000-$170,000.
compact
$65-$282
21850
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 893 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $105,000-$178,500.
compact
$65-$292
21893
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 935 sq ft 2-bedroom compact house plan with 1 bathrooms. Build cost: $110,000-$187,000.
compact
$65-$302
21935
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1170 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $146,250-$234,000.
medium
$65-$404
321,170
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1235 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $154,375-$247,000.
medium
$65-$420
321,235
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1300 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $162,500-$260,000.
medium
$65-$435
321,300
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1365 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $170,625-$273,000.
medium
$65-$450
321,365
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1430 sq ft 3-bedroom medium house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $178,750-$286,000.
medium
$65-$465
321,430
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1620 sq ft 3-bedroom farmhouse house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $202,500-$324,000.
farmhouse
$65-$510
32.51,620
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1710 sq ft 3-bedroom farmhouse house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $213,750-$342,000.
farmhouse
$65-$531
32.51,710
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1800 sq ft 3-bedroom farmhouse house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $225,000-$360,000.
farmhouse
$65-$552
32.51,800
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1890 sq ft 3-bedroom farmhouse house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $236,250-$378,000.
farmhouse
$65-$574
32.51,890
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1980 sq ft 3-bedroom farmhouse house plan with 2.5 bathrooms. Build cost: $247,500-$396,000.
farmhouse
$65-$595
32.51,980
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1350 sq ft 3-bedroom single-story house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $168,750-$270,000.
single-story
$65-$447
321,350
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1425 sq ft 3-bedroom single-story house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $178,125-$285,000.
single-story
$65-$464
321,425
$65 - for PDF
Beautiful 1500 sq ft 3-bedroom single-story house plan with 2 bathrooms. Build cost: $187,500-$300,000.
single-story
$65-$482
321,500
$65 - for PDF
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Compare tiny house plans, cottage blueprints, and small house designs by square footage. Find affordable house plans that match your budget, from 600 sq ft ADU plans to 1,500 sq ft modern farmhouse and craftsman house plans. Each size offers unique advantages for different lifestyles.

600-800 sq ft

Micro & Studio Homes

Bedrooms
Studio - 1 BR
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Parking
1 Car
Ideal For
1-2 People
Typical Build Cost
$60k-$200k

Key Features

Open-concept living
Murphy beds or loft sleeping
Compact kitchen
Combined living/dining
Minimal hallways
Creative storage solutions

Popular Examples

Tiny cottageStudio apartmentBackyard ADUGranny flat

Perfect For

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Vacation homes
Rental properties
Accessory dwelling units (ADU)
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800-1,000 sq ft

Small Cottages

Bedrooms
1-2 BR
Bathrooms
1-2 Bath
Parking
1-2 Car
Ideal For
2-3 People
Typical Build Cost
$80k-$250k

Key Features

Separate bedrooms
Full-size kitchen
Living room and dining area
Laundry space
Small front porch
Efficient layout

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Craftsman cottageBeach bungalowMountain cabinUrban townhouse

Perfect For

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Small families
First-time buyers
Retirees downsizing
Weekend retreats
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1,000-1,200 sq ft

Compact Family Homes

Bedrooms
2-3 BR
Bathrooms
2 Bath
Parking
2 Car
Ideal For
3-4 People
Typical Build Cost
$100k-$300k

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Master bedroom with ensuite
Guest bedroom or home office
Full kitchen with island
Separate living and dining
Covered patio or deck
Storage closets

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1,200-1,500 sq ft

Efficient Family Homes

Bedrooms
2-3 BR
Bathrooms
2-2.5 Bath
Parking
2 Car
Ideal For
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$120k-$375k

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Split bedroom layout
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Dining room
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Optional basement or bonus room

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Quick Size Comparison Table

Square FeetBedroomsBuild CostUtilities/MoMaintenanceBuild TimeBest For
600 sq ftStudio$60k-$150k$80-$120/moVery Low3-4 monthsSingle, Couple
800 sq ft1-2$80k-$200k$100-$150/moLow4-5 monthsCouple, Small Family
1,000 sq ft2$100k-$250k$120-$180/moLow-Medium5-6 monthsSmall Family
1,200 sq ft2-3$120k-$300k$140-$210/moMedium6-7 monthsFamily of 3-4
1,500 sq ft3$150k-$375k$160-$240/moMedium6-8 monthsFamily of 4-5

* Costs and timelines are estimates and vary by location, materials, and customization. Use our cost calculators for personalized estimates.

How to Choose the Right Size for Your Small House

Consider Current & Future Needs

Think about how many people will live in the home now and in 5-10 years. Consider work-from-home requirements, hobbies that need dedicated space, and whether you'll host guests regularly. A home office, craft room, or guest bedroom might require moving up one size category.

Budget for Total Ownership Costs

Larger homes cost more to build, heat, cool, furnish, and maintain. Every additional 200 square feet adds roughly $20,000-$50,000 to construction costs and $20-$40/month to utilities. Consider the long-term financial impact, not just the upfront building cost.

Prioritize Efficient Layout Over Size

A well-designed 1,000 sq ft home with an open floor plan and smart storage can feel more spacious and functional than a poorly designed 1,500 sq ft home with wasted hallway space. Focus on layout efficiency, natural light, and multi-functional spaces.

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$100-$250/sq ft
Average Building Cost Range
40-60%
Cost Savings vs Traditional Homes
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Small House Blueprints: Design & Building Guide

From initial planning to moving in, this comprehensive guide walks you through building with affordable house plans, tiny house blueprints, cottage designs, and modern farmhouse plans. Learn from our 25 years of experience helping homeowners successfully complete thousands of small house projects with craftsman, ADU, and barndominium plans.

8-Step Building Process Timeline

1

Define Your Requirements

Week 1-2

Determine your space needs, lifestyle requirements, number of bedrooms, and must-have features. Consider future needs and how you'll use each space.

List all activities and spaces you need
Consider work-from-home requirements
Plan for storage and organizational needs
Think about entertaining and guest accommodations
2

Establish Your Budget

Week 2-3

Calculate total project costs including land, construction, permits, utilities, and contingency funds. Use our cost calculators for accurate estimates.

Get pre-approved for construction financing
Budget 10-20% contingency for unexpected costs
Factor in permit fees ($1,500-$5,000)
Include utility connection costs ($5,000-$15,000)
3

Select Your Land & Location

Week 3-6

Choose property that supports small house construction. Verify zoning, setback requirements, and access to utilities.

Check minimum square footage requirements
Verify zoning allows residential construction
Assess site slope and drainage
Confirm utility availability and connection costs
4

Choose Your House Plan

Week 4-6

Browse our collection of small house plans. Consider architectural style, layout efficiency, and how the design fits your lifestyle.

Prioritize efficient floor plans with minimal hallways
Look for multi-functional spaces
Consider future modification needs
Ensure adequate natural light and ventilation
5

Customize & Finalize Plans

Week 6-10

Work with our architects to modify plans to meet local codes, site conditions, and personal preferences.

Submit plans to local building department for feedback
Adjust for regional climate considerations
Specify energy-efficient upgrades
Finalize material selections and finishes
6

Obtain Permits & Approvals

Week 10-14

Submit construction documents to local building department. Address any review comments and obtain building permit.

Allow 2-6 weeks for permit review
Be prepared for revision requests
Confirm all inspections required during construction
Obtain any special permits (septic, well, etc.)
7

Hire Contractor & Begin Construction

Month 4-10

Select a qualified contractor, finalize construction contract, and begin building your small house.

Get 3-5 detailed bids from licensed contractors
Check references and verify insurance
Establish clear payment schedule tied to milestones
Schedule regular site inspections
8

Complete & Move In

Month 10-12

Final inspections, certificate of occupancy, punch list completion, and move into your new small house.

Schedule final building inspection
Complete punch list items promptly
Set up utilities and services
Document everything for warranty purposes

Small House Project Budget Breakdown

Understanding cost distribution helps you plan accurately. Here's how a typical $200,000 small house project budget breaks down. Use our cost calculators for personalized estimates.

20-30%
Land Purchase
Typical Range: $20,000-$100,000
50-60%
Construction Costs
Typical Range: $100,000-$250,000
5-10%
Site Preparation
Typical Range: $5,000-$25,000
2-5%
Permits & Fees
Typical Range: $2,000-$10,000
5-8%
Utilities Connection
Typical Range: $5,000-$20,000
10-15%
Contingency Fund
Typical Range: $10,000-$35,000

* Costs vary significantly by region, materials, and customization level. Always include 10-15% contingency.

Regional Building Cost & Climate Considerations

Construction costs and design requirements vary significantly by region. Our plans can be adapted to meet all regional building codes and climate conditions.

Northeast (NY, MA, CT)

Climate Factors
Cold winters, snow load requirements
Typical Cost Range
$180-$300/sq ft
Design Considerations
Enhanced insulation, snow roof design, heating systems

Southeast (FL, GA, SC)

Climate Factors
Hurricane-prone, hot & humid
Typical Cost Range
$120-$220/sq ft
Design Considerations
Hurricane straps, moisture control, AC sizing

Midwest (IL, OH, MI)

Climate Factors
Temperature extremes
Typical Cost Range
$130-$240/sq ft
Design Considerations
Frost-protected foundations, efficient HVAC

West Coast (CA, OR, WA)

Climate Factors
Seismic activity, varied climate
Typical Cost Range
$200-$350/sq ft
Design Considerations
Earthquake reinforcement, fire-resistant materials

Southwest (AZ, NM, TX)

Climate Factors
Hot, arid climate
Typical Cost Range
$110-$210/sq ft
Design Considerations
UV-resistant materials, cooling efficiency, water conservation

Mountain States (CO, MT, ID)

Climate Factors
High altitude, snow
Typical Cost Range
$150-$280/sq ft
Design Considerations
Steep roof pitch, enhanced insulation, mountain views

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Patricia Anderson

Charleston, SC

Coastal Cottage - Plan #2893

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