Starter House Plan With Kitchen Separated From the Living Room
Dreaming of a charming, affordable home with timeless curb appeal and a smart layout? Starter House Plan 45306 is a thoughtfully designed one-story home with 1,184 square feet, 3 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, making it the perfect fit for first-time homeowners, young families, or anyone looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort.
The warm, welcoming country-style exterior features white siding, decorative wood shutters, and a covered front porch—ideal for relaxing with a cup of coffee in the morning or winding down at sunset. Inside, the split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy and practicality, with Bedroom 1 (the primary suite) tucked away from the children’s or guest bedrooms. You'll love the convenience of a private bath and a cozy yet open layout that feels much bigger than the square footage suggests.
The central living space is perfect for busy family life or entertaining guests, featuring a seamless flow from the living room to the dining area and kitchen. An efficient L-shaped kitchen maximizes space and functionality, with nearby laundry for added convenience. The secondary bedrooms share a full hall bath, making morning routines easy for growing families.
This house plan is ideal for those who want affordable elegance, low-maintenance living, and classic design details. Whether you're building your first home or your forever home, Plan 45306 offers the flexibility and warmth you're looking for in a compact footprint.
What's Included?
Plans include complete working drawings.
all four elevations (front, sides, and rear)
foundation and details -- all girders, piers, and double joists are dimensioned; floor joist direction, size & spacing are labeled
floor plan -- all rooms, door, and windows are labeled and dimensioned; ceiling joist direction, size & spacing are labeled; beams in ceiling are shown and labeled
roof plan -- rafter direction, size & spacing are labeled; all hips, valleys & supports are labeled
millwork such as cabinets & fireplaces
framing -- wall section & details showing each framing end condition
vent calculations -- for attic and foundation
Modifications
Receive a FREE modification estimate in one of 3 ways. Our modification team is ready to help you adjust any plan to fit your needs. The ReDesign process is simple and estimates are free!
2. Print, complete and fax this PDF Form to us at 1-800-675-4916.
3. Want to talk to an expert? Call us at 913-938-8097 (Canadian customers, please call 800-361-7526) to discuss modifications.
Note: - a sketch of the changes or the website floor plan marked up to reflect changes is a great way to convey the modifications in addition to a written list.
We Work Fast!
When you submit your ReDesign request, a designer will contact you within 24 business hours with a quote.
You can have your plan redesigned in as little as 14 - 21 days!
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Ask the Designer any question you may have. NOTE: If you have a plan modification question, please click on the Plan Modifications tab above.
Previous Q & A
Q:Do you have 2x6 walls?
A:No, not as a standard stock plan. We do modify our plans and we typically charge $150 to convert to 2X6 walls.
Common Q & A
Q:Can I make modifications to this plan?
A:Yes you can! Please click the "Modifications" tab above to get more information.
Q:What is the estimated price to build this plan?
A:The national average for a house is running right at $125.00 per SF. You can get more detailed information by clicking the Cost-To-Build tab above. Sorry, but we cannot give cost estimates for garage, multifamily or project plans.
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