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8-1968 HOUSE PLAN – Compact house Plan with Garage & Living Space | CAD Designs

Explore this compact house plan featuring a spacious garage, cozy living area, and efficient CAD designs. Ideal for builders, architects, and dream house enthusiasts.

Compact Home Plan with Garage & Living Space | CAD Designs Explore this efficient home design featuring 270 heated sq. ft., 1.5 stories, vaulted ceilings, and a spacious garage—perfect for builders and designers seeking compact CAD plans. This compact garage-style house plan offers a perfect…

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Original price was: $1,150.56.Current price is: $651.99.

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Compact Home Plan with Garage & Living Space | CAD Designs

Explore this efficient home design featuring 270 heated sq. ft., 1.5 stories, vaulted ceilings, and a spacious garage—perfect for builders and designers seeking compact CAD plans.

This compact garage-style house plan offers a perfect mix of utility and comfort. Designed for small lots, it’s a smart solution for those wanting livable space with a flexible garage-workshop combo.

Key Features of the Home Plan

Living Areas – Heated & Unheated

  • Heated area: 270 sq. ft. across 1.5 stories.
  • Unheated extras: 450 sq. ft. garage space ideal for vehicles, storage, or a personal workshop.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • No formal bedrooms; ideal for use as a guest suite, workshop, or recreational retreat.
  • Bathroom inclusion varies by customization—CAD files allow easy additions.

Interior Highlights

  • Vaulted ceilings enhance light and create spaciousness.
  • Open floor plan allows multifunctional living. See more open layouts.
  • Recreational room suitable for entertaining or relaxing.
  • Perfect as a compact living space, guest unit, or private retreat.

Garage & Storage Details

  • Garage Bays: 1 large bay with additional workspace potential.
  • Garage Type: Front-entry, attached.
  • Storage: Room for tools, gear, or seasonal items within garage zone.

Outdoor Living Features

  • Simple footprint makes it ideal for narrow or urban lots.
  • Can be adapted to include porch or covered entry. Explore porch options.

Architectural Style: Functional Compact Design

This plan focuses on utility-first architecture—blending style, space-efficiency, and affordable construction. Learn more about Simple House Plans or explore similar designs on ArchDaily.

Bonus Features

  • Flex use: Perfect for an ADU, hobby zone, or home office.
  • Expandable layout: Easily modified for bath or kitchenette.
  • Low maintenance: Ideal for minimalists or budget-conscious builds.

Included Benefits with Every Plan

  • CAD + PDF Files: Easily editable, printable, and ready to build.
  • Unlimited Build License: Build once—or 100 times—with no extra fees.
  • Free Foundation Changes: Swap between slab, crawlspace, or basement.
  • Structural Engineering Included: Code-compliant and professionally stamped.
  • Lower Modification Costs: Up to 50% less than competitors.
  • View Before You Buy: See every sheet in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a livable home plan? Yes, it’s designed with a recreational room and vaulted ceiling. You can customize it with a bathroom or kitchenette using the included CAD files.
What size is the garage space? The garage is 450 sq. ft., ideal for a car plus storage or workshop tools.
Can I use this as an ADU or guest house? Absolutely—this layout is perfect for an accessory dwelling unit or backyard guest suite.
Do I get CAD and PDF files? Yes, both are included, making modification and builder coordination simple.
Can this fit on a small lot? Definitely. Its compact dimensions are ideal for narrow lots or limited space projects.

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8-1968 HOUSE PLAN – Compact house Plan with Garage & Living Space | CAD Designs
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE DELIVERY
All plans are drawn to scale and include:
  • BOTH a PDF and CAD file (sent to the email provided/a copy of the downloadable files will be in your account here)
  • PDF – Easily printable at any local print shop
  • CAD Files – Delivered in AutoCAD format. Required for structural engineering and very helpful for modifications.
  • Structural Engineering – Included with every plan unless not shown in the product images. Very helpful and reduces engineering time dramatically for any state. *All plans must be approved by engineer licensed in state of build*
Plans purchased are for an “unlimited” multi-use license
*Delivered plans include minimally what are shown in the product images. In most cases, additional notes and details not shown are included.
To inquire about these details, please contact us at [email protected] prior to purchase.*

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Verify dimensions, square footage, and description against product images before purchase. Currently, most attributes were extracted with AI and have not been manually reviewed.

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