By Courtney Pittman
Building on a tight budget, or just don't want a lot of square footage? These 3 bedroom 2 bath 1,000 sq. ft. house plans may seem small, but they come jam-packed with great amenities. These modest designs (each around 1,000 sq. ft.) feature breezy layouts, along with practical and thoughtful details.
Petite Ranch Design
Petite Ranch Design - Front Exterior
Petite Ranch Design - Main Level
Here’s a ranch design that places everything on one convenient level. The U-shaped kitchen includes a breakfast nook and sliding glass doors that bring the outdoors in. Nearby, the living room gives you a fireplace and a coat closet next to the entry. The primary suite, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath await you in the left wing of the plan.
Modern Plan with Wraparound Patio
Modern Plan with Wraparound Patio - Front Exterior
Modern Plan with Wraparound Patio - Main Level
Budget-friendly and sleek, this modern house plan shows off clean lines and a metal gable roof. A covered wraparound patio provides shade, while promoting relaxed outdoor living. Inside, the clever layout places the kitchen and the family room in one open space. Note the generous shower in the primary suite.
One-Story Plan with Storage
One-Story Plan with Storage - Front Exterior
One-Story Plan with Storage - Main Level
Looking for organization solutions? Check out this one-story plan. A spacious closet sits at the back of the carport, providing ample room to keep things tidy. Inside, the primary suite shines with a large closet. A snack bar connects the kitchen with the great room. A vaulted ceiling delivers drama and will make the space feel airy.
Stylish Contemporary Design
Stylish Contemporary Design - Front Exterior
Stylish Contemporary Design - Main Level
This three-bedroom house plan delivers stylish curb appeal with a contemporary exterior. We love the shed roof and the big windows. The great room flows nicely into the kitchen, where an eating bar gives you room for a quick meal. Nice weather? Enjoy outdoor living on the rear patio.
Small House Plan for Narrow Lot
Small House Plan for Narrow Lot - Front Exterior
Small House Plan for Narrow Lot - Main Level
Here’s a small house plan that takes advantage of every square foot. The smart layout features a family room that opens to the island kitchen. A single hallway joins the primary suite and two additional bedrooms. Other highlights include the spacious laundry room, the pantry, and linen storage.
Cottage Design with Two-Car Garage
Cottage Design with Two-Car Garage - Front Exterior
Cottage Design with Two-Car Garage - Main Level
This compact cottage design is both small and spacious at just 998 square feet. An open floor plan creates an airy vibe between the main living areas. The kitchen island (with an eating bar) serves the living room and the dining area.
The primary suite enjoys privacy and a roomy walk-in closet on the right side of the plan, while two secondary bedrooms reside on the left. Don’t miss the welcoming front porch or the two-car garage.
Simple House Plan with Open Layout
Simple House Plan with Open Layout - Front Exterior
Simple House Plan with Open Layout - Main Level
Here’s a small house plan with big style. The living room and the dining area flow into one another with ease. The kitchen waits close by. Great for indoor/outdoor living, a welcoming front porch provides country curb appeal. Here’s a nice touch: one of the secondary bedrooms features a walk-in closet.
Two-Story Cottage House Plan
Two-Story Cottage House Plan - Front Exterior
Two-Story Cottage House Plan - Main Level
Two-Story Cottage House Plan - Upper Level
Affordable and efficient, this two-story design gives you cottage curb appeal. Inside, living spaces are open and relaxed. Making it easy to age in place, a flexible bedroom on the first floor could also become a home office if needed. Two more bedrooms share a bathroom on the second level.
Small Ranch House Plan
Small Ranch House Plan - Front Exterior
Small Ranch House Plan - Main Level
Want more of a traditional ranch layout? Take a look at this one. The primary suite offers two closets and a private bathroom with a shower. Two secondary bedrooms (one also features two closets) and a hall bath sit at the front of the plan. A long front porch makes it easy to kick back and relax.
Modern and Narrow
Modern and Narrow - Front Exterior
Modern and Narrow - Main Level
A relaxed layout and a modern exterior make this design stand out. The narrow design allows this home to be built on a tight lot, while a metal shed roof delivers clean lines. At the heart of the home, the open kitchen sits between the living room and the dining nook. The left wing of the plan hosts three bedrooms, including the primary suite (which gives you two closets).
Functional Design with Outdoor Living
Functional Design with Outdoor Living - Front Exterior
Functional Design with Outdoor Living - Main Level
This functional design gives you 1,025 square feet of living space and fits nicely on a small lot. A front porch and a deck deliver a relaxed attitude and invite outdoor living. An eating bar in the kitchen overlooks the living room and the dining area. Tucked away at the back of the plan, the primary suite enjoys privacy and gives you two closets. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath finish out this plan.
