1-Story House Plan with Basement 1491 ft²: 5 Beds, 3 Baths, Open Floor Plan, 2-Car Garage
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Front Perspective
Detailed Floor Plans
Roof Plans
House And Detail Cross-Sections
Exterior Elevations
Foundation and Basement
Standard Construction Details
Electrical Plan
This house plan can be modified to fit your family’s lifestyle and your lot’s specifics.
Plan 12233R is a 5-bedroom single-story house plan that blends Modern Craftsman character with a New American feel, offering 1491 ft² of well-organized living under a hip & valley roof. Siding, stone/brick veneer and shakes/shingles give the facade the layered texture of a traditional American home, while a walkout basement extends the house below the main level. The footprint measures 47'4" wide and 51'0" deep, and three full bathrooms serve the five bedrooms, so a growing family has room without climbing stairs every day.
A defined entry opens into an open floor plan where the large family room, the kitchen and the breakfast nook flow together as one generous space. The fireplace in the family room anchors the seating area, and large windows carry daylight across to the kitchen. The large kitchen is built for real use: an island and a breakfast bar make room for quick meals and conversation with the cook, and a walk-in pantry keeps supplies organized and out of sight. On winter evenings the glow of the hearth reaches all the way to the stools at the bar. A media room adds a second place to gather for movie nights and game days, away from the main living area.
Split bedrooms give the main floor master true privacy, set apart from the secondary bedrooms so parents and children each have their own quiet zone. A walk-in closet adds generous storage, and with three full bathrooms, busy mornings run without a line at the door. Laundry on the main floor and a separate utility room keep everyday chores close to where they happen, so baskets never have to travel between levels.
Outside, the walkout basement opens the lower level directly to the yard, and stacked porches with a balcony let both levels enjoy fresh air. A covered rear porch extends the living space for morning coffee or long summer dinners. The front entry 2-car garage handles vehicles, bikes and seasonal gear. The exterior walls are drawn with 2x6 wood framing, with 2x4 wood framing available on request, and the house is also available with a slab or crawl space foundation. For anyone looking for a Craftsman house plan with a fireplace and a walkout basement, this design delivers comfort on one level and flexibility below.
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