This compact modern farmhouse packs about 966 sq ft of living space into a clean, efficient 1-bedroom + 2nd bedroom layout, **2 beds, 1 bath**, plus a **2-car front-entry garage**. It’s perfect if you want all the essentials without excess.
Exterior & First Impressions
Front-entry garage gives a tidy overall profile. A welcoming front porch and modern farmhouse styling make it both charming and low-maintenance. The home’s width (~65 ft) gives a broad façade for such a small footprint. 0
Layout & Flow
Single-story design so everything is on one level—no stairs unless you choose a basement or crawlspace option. Great for those who want accessible living. 1
Bedrooms & Bath Setup
- Master Bedroom: Comfortable and private, connected well to the shared living space.
- Second Bedroom: Flexible—could work as office, guest room, or hobby space.
- Bathroom: One full bath serves both bedrooms and guests. Clean, simple, effective. 2
Kitchen, Living & Porch Areas
The kitchen opens to the living/dining zone in an open-plan way, maximizing light and utility. There’s also a front porch and a rear or side porch for relaxing outdoors. 3
Garage & Utilities
Two-car front entry garage gives good space for vehicles + storage without sprawling lot requirements. Options for slab, crawlspace, basement are offered, so you can adapt to your site. 4
Quick Specs
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Heated Living Area | ~966 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Stories | 1 |
| Garage | 2-car, front-entry (~650 sq ft unheated garage) 5 |
| Width | ~65 ft 6 |
| Depth | ~50 ft 7 |
| Ceiling Heights | Main: 9-10 ft 8 |
Estimated U.S. Build Cost
For a home of this size with modern farmhouse finishes, you’re likely in the range of **$170–$225 per sq ft**, assuming standard materials and labor.
That gives an estimated build cost of **$165K–$217K USD**, depending heavily on region, finishes, and site conditions. (Land, site prep, permits not included.)
What Makes It a Smart Choice
- Small footprint means lower land and maintenance costs.
- Open layout maximizes usable space; feels larger than the numbers alone suggest.
- 2-car garage is generous for this size—useful for cars, storage, or a workshop bay.
- Options like basement or crawlspace let you adapt to sloped lots or local conditions.
