Plan 12-2418

Rustic 3-Bedroom Tiny House Plan with Covered Porch

Plan 12-2418 is a rustic 700 sq ft tiny house plan with three bedrooms, two baths and a covered front porch, drawn on a compact 20 x 38 ft footprint. It works as an affordable primary residence, a family vacation cabin or a roomy backyard ADU where zoning allows.

Plan 12-2418 rendering: Rustic 3-Bedroom Tiny House Plan with Covered Porch

700 sq ft
3 bedrooms
2 baths
Loft
38' x 20'

Inside the Plan 12-2418 plan set

Preview every drawing type before you buy. The purchased set adds the full dimensions, door and window schedules, panel and fixture schedules, framing details and notes on each sheet.

Plan 12-2418 floor plan: porch, living, kitchen, flex room, bedroom 1, bath 1, bath 2 + w/d, bedroom 2

Room	Size	Area
Porch	14'-0" x 10'-0"	140 sq ft
Living	14'-0" x 10'-0"	140 sq ft
Kitchen	10'-0" x 10'-0"	100 sq ft
Flex Room	10'-0" x 10'-0"	100 sq ft
Bedroom 1	14'-0" x 8'-0"	112 sq ft
Bath 1	7'-0" x 5'-0"	35 sq ft
Bath 2 + W/d	7'-0" x 5'-0"	35 sq ft
Bedroom 2	14'-0" x 7'-0"	98 sq ft
Bedroom 3 Loft (upper level)	8'-0" x 10'-0"	80 sq ft

Sheets in the drawing set

A0.0 Cover Sheet & Project Data
A1.0 Floor Plan & Schedules
A1.1 Loft Plan
A2.0 Exterior Elevations
A3.0 Building Section & Assemblies
S1.0 Foundation Plan
S2.0 Roof Framing Plan & Headers
E1.0 Electrical Plan & Panel Schedule
P1.0 Plumbing Plan & Fixture Schedule
G1.0 Materials List
G2.0 Cost Estimate

Files in your download (1.2 MB zip)

README.txt2 KB
Plan-12-2418-Construction-Drawings-24x36.pdf152 KB
Plan-12-2418-CAD-Drawings.dxf221 KB
Plan-12-2418-Materials-List.csv10 KB
Plan-12-2418-Cost-Estimate.csv1 KB
3D-Model/Plan-12-2418.obj172 KB
3D-Model/Plan-12-2418.mtl1 KB
Images/ (11 PNG renders and drawings)1.1 MB

Floor plan highlights

The side main entrance opens into an open living area with direct access to the covered front porch, so the porch works as an extra outdoor room in good weather.
The kitchen is large enough for either a dining table or an island, which is rare in a home this size.
Off the living room, a flexible room with a retractable wall can be a formal dining room, a home office or a guest bedroom, and it opens up to the living area when you entertain.
Bedrooms sit at the far end of the house for privacy, and the second floor adds sleeping space without enlarging the footprint.
Laundry is on the main floor, and the plan can be flipped on the lot to put the porch at the rear for a view or for privacy from the road.

Key features

Covered front porch
Open living, kitchen and dining
Flex room with retractable wall (dining, office or guest room)
Main-floor laundry
Private bedroom wing
Can be flipped to put the porch at the rear

Plan specifications

Plan number	Plan 12-2418
Total living area	700 sq ft
Main floor	620 sq ft
Loft	80 sq ft
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2
Levels	Main floor + loft
Footprint	38' x 20'
Overall height	14' 4"
Ceiling height	9'
Roof	4:12 pitch, truss framing, shingle roof
Exterior walls	2x6 wood framing, siding and stone exterior
Foundation	Slab or crawlspace
Electrical	125A, 14 circuits
Heating & cooling	Ductless mini-split heat pump (2 zones)
Windows / doors	12 windows, 6 doors
Files included	PDF drawing set, DXF (CAD), CSV, OBJ (3D), PNG

What will Plan 12-2418 cost to build?

This estimate is built from the plan's own materials takeoff (123 line items) at 2026 US average prices, plus labor by trade. Adjust it for your region and finishes.

Region

Finish level

Who builds it?

Estimated build cost$187,530$268 per sq ft

Excludes land, utility connections, site work beyond grading. Owner-builder totals include licensed help for electrical, plumbing and HVAC rough-in.

Site & foundation$16,983

Framing & sheathing$26,527

Roofing$5,660

Windows & doors$10,963

Exterior finish$13,720

Insulation$3,590

Drywall & paint$9,105

Flooring & trim$10,677

Cabinets & counters$8,176

Electrical$10,348

Plumbing$11,319

HVAC & ventilation$8,238

Appliances$4,473

Fasteners & misc.$2,355

Materials Labor

Try the full cost calculator

Plan 12-2418 materials list

Every plan set includes a 123-line takeoff with quantities, units and prices, ready to send to a lumberyard or supplier for a quote. Here is the summary by category.

Category	Line items	Includes	Materials
Site & foundation	8	Excavation, grading and haul-off ; Ready-mix concrete, 3,000 psi ; Forms, stakes and pump/finishing supplies …	$9,180
Framing & sheathing	17	Pre-engineered roof trusses, 4:12, 20 ft span, @ 24 in. o.c. ; 2x6 studs, 9 ft , exterior walls @ 16 in. o.c.; Porch: 6x6 PT posts, beams, joists and roof framing …	$12,940
Roofing	9	Architectural asphalt shingles ; Gutters 5 in. K-style with downspouts ; Ice & water shield at eaves and valleys, 2 square roll…	$3,234
Windows & doors	11	Vinyl single-hung / slider window, low-E, 3'0" x 5'0"; Vinyl single-hung / slider window, low-E, 3'0" x 4'0"; Vinyl casement window, low-E, 3'0" x 4'0"…	$8,121
Exterior finish	6	Exterior siding siding ; Manufactured stone veneer wainscot, 3 ft high, front; Corner boards, window/door trim 1x4 / 1x6 …	$7,036
Insulation	4	Wall insulation R-21 batts or mineral wool; Attic insulation R-38 blown cellulose / fiberglass; Acoustic batts at bedroom and bath walls…	$2,316
Drywall & paint	4	Drywall 1/2 in. drywall, 4 x 8 ; Interior primer + 2 coats paint ; Joint compound, tape, corner bead and screws…	$3,502
Flooring & trim	6	Luxury vinyl plank flooring, waterproof, 20 mil; Porcelain tile floor + shower walls, thinset, grout, backer board; Shower pan / tub surround kit & waterproofing membrane…	$5,771
Cabinets & counters	5	Base cabinets, shaker, RTA/stock ; Countertop, quartz or butcher block ; Wall cabinets 30-36 in. …	$6,289
Electrical	24	Meter base, service entrance cable, ground rods & bonding; Breakers: combination AFCI / dual-function ; Cable 14/2 NM-B…	$4,139
Plumbing	16	Water heater, 40-50 gal electric or heat-pump; Shower valve, trim & drain; 32-36 in. shower base; Toilet, 1.28 gpf, elongated …	$4,817
HVAC & ventilation	5	Multi-zone ductless heat pump, 2 heads, 24,000 BTU, with line sets; Spot ERV / balanced ventilation ; Range hood, ducted to exterior, with wall cap…	$5,315
Appliances	5	Compact stackable / combo washer-dryer; Refrigerator; Range / induction cooktop…	$4,260
Fasteners & misc.	3	Dumpster / waste haul-off; Framing nails, structural screws, connectors, construction adhesive; Temporary power, portable toilet and tool rental	$2,355
Total materials	123		$79,275

Where this plan works

This plan is designed for a permanent foundation (slab or crawlspace), so it is reviewed like any other small house. Where local rules allow units of this size, it can also serve as an ADU or backyard cottage. Check tiny house zoning rules and minimum dwelling sizes in your county before you build.

Gear for building Plan 12-2418

Tiny House Design & Construction Guide by Dan LoucheA step-by-step construction guide that pairs well with any plan set, especially for first-time owner-builders.
View on Amazon
Bosch Blaze GLM100-23 Laser Distance MeasureLay out the foundation and check setbacks against your site plan.
View on Amazon
Metabo HPT 21-Degree Framing NailerThe biggest time-saver when framing walls, floors and the roof.
View on Amazon
Bosch GLL50-20 Self-Leveling Cross-Line LaserSets level lines for windows, cabinets and ceiling framing.
View on Amazon
Best Choice Products 9-Cube Storage OrganizerCube shelving is an easy way to mock up storage stairs to the loft.
View on Amazon

We may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon purchases made through these links, at no extra cost to you.

Permits and engineering

The drawing set is organized the way building departments expect: cover sheet with code and load notes, plans, elevations, a section, foundation, framing, electrical and plumbing. Many jurisdictions will also ask for a local engineer's or architect's stamp, energy-code forms or a site plan, so plan for that review.

Explore similar designs: Small Cabin Plans, Tiny Cottage Plans, ADU Plans, Small Farmhouse Plans.

Similar tiny house plans

Plan 12-2417

Single-Level 2-Bedroom Tiny Cabin Plan

700 sq ft
2 bed
1 bath
1 level

$1,050View plan

Plan 12-2430

The Primrose: 24 x 30 Two-Bedroom Cottage Plan

720 sq ft
2 bed
1 bath
1 level

$1,050View plan

Plan 12-2435

The Homestead: 24 x 32 Small Farmhouse Plan with Mudroom

768 sq ft
2 bed
1 bath
1 level

$1,095View plan

Browse all 24 plans

Frequently Asked Questions

What files come with Plan 12-2418?

One zip file with a 11-sheet construction drawing set (24 x 36 in. PDF: cover, floor plan, loft plan, elevations, section, foundation, roof framing, electrical, plumbing, materials list and cost estimate), a DXF CAD file, the materials list and cost estimate as spreadsheets (CSV), a 3D model (OBJ) and PNG images.

How do I get the files after I pay?

Instantly. After checkout you land on a download page, and we email the same link. The link works for a year and up to 25 downloads, and you can request a fresh one any time from Find my plan download.

Are these plans stamped or permit-ready everywhere?

No plan is permit-ready in every jurisdiction. The set includes the sheets most building departments ask for, but codes, snow and wind loads, and energy rules vary. Have a local engineer or architect review it and stamp it if your jurisdiction requires that.

Can Plan 12-2418 be modified?

Yes. Tiny Homes Blueprint can flip the layout, adjust room sizes, add or remove a loft, or change the foundation. Request a modification quote.

Can I build Plan 12-2418 on a trailer?

No. At 20' deep it is wider than the 8.5 ft road limit and is designed for a permanent foundation. For road-legal designs, see our tiny house on wheels plans.

What does the license allow?

Your purchase includes a license to build one home from the plan. You can print and share the drawings with your builder, lender and permit office for that build. See the terms for details.