41525 Range Road 32
Rural Lacombe County Rural Lacombe County T0C 2J0

$1,495,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 3.0 5,051 sq. ft. built: 2012

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2264928
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2012
Executive 2 Storey Home with Quad Attached Garage & Huge Shop on 4.99 Acres! Impressive 5,000+ s.f. energy efficient 2 storey home built on a poured concrete slab with in-floor heating by on demand boiler, with 13" ICF walls throughout, triple glazed PVC windows and Acrylic Stucco Finish. Entering the grand foyer, a flood of natural light highlights the coloured concrete flooring, 10' ceilings, a chef's dream kitchen with upgraded cabinets, quartz countertops built in high-end appliances, new microwave, new taps, and a huge kitchen island. The kitchen overlooks the dining area and living room, with French doors to an enclosed patio area, great for entertaining and everyday living! Also located on the main floor a 2 piece bathroom, office, laundry room with sinks and plenty of cabinets, and the Primary bedroom comes with French doors to the patio, a 4 piece ensuite with dual sinks, 6'x6' steam tile shower and a huge walk-in closet. A grand wooden staircase featuring wood and metal railings and a vaulted ceiling leads to the upper level, where you will find 2 more huge bedrooms with dormer windows (which could easily be converted to 4 large bedrooms), 3 piece bathroom with a beautifully tiled shower, and a huge family room with stand alone gas stove, and access to the upper balcony where you can see for miles and miles! Additional features to this amazing home include sound & security system throughout, new central vacuum, and all doors are a minimum 3' wide and halls are minimum 4' wide. The first attached garage was built in 2012, comes with in slab heat, separate storage room, and overhead doors c/w openers. The second attached garage was built in 2015, and comes with an overhead forced air heater, and overhead doors c/w openers. If you like some shade with your sunshine, look no further, as the partial wrap-around concrete deck provides plenty of options, an enclosed sunroom, decorative pillars, built-in fire-pit, concrete block retaining walls, along with the roof top sundeck, all of which feature panoramic views. The landscaping includes many perennials, trees, shrubs, raspberry and saskatoon bushes, and a bountiful garden. This property also comes with a pumphouse, hen house, and underground power with a Natural Gas Generator that kicks on as soon as the power goes out. There's no shortage of places to park equipment on this property, as this property features a Huge Shop (42'x72' enclosed) with 16' ceiling, 5 overhead doors (14'x12'), forced air furnace, hot water tank, 220 wiring and gravel floor. The open machine area provides an additional 42'x80', all of which has a gabled roof, finished with metal and coloured clad exterior. Lots to take in with this Amazing property!
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Possession Date:
Suite:
No
Num Legal Suites:
0
Num Illegal Suites:
0
Home Style:
2 Storey, Acreage with Residence
Total Living Area:
5,051 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
2,758 sq. ft.
Upper Level Finished Area:
2,293 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Includes:
Acreage:
Yes
Lot Area:
4.99 acre(s)
Acres Cleared:
Acres Cultivated:
Acres Irrigated:
Acres Leasehold:
Acres Not Cultivated:
Acres Freehold:
Acres Seeded:
Acres Tame Hay:
Acres Treed:
Acres Waste:
Acres Water Rights:
Front Exposure:
Northeast
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Levels:
Two
Total Rooms Above Grade:
10
Year built:
2012 (Age: 14)
Bedrooms:
3 (Above Grd: 3)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
3.0 (Full:2, Half:1)
Plan:
2320581
Electricity:
200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Generator
Heating:
In Floor, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Basement:
None
Foundation:
Poured Concrete, Slab
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Concrete, ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms), Stucco, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Metal
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Laminate
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Family Room, Free Standing, Gas
Water Supply:
Well
Sewer:
Septic Field, Septic Tank
Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
4
Parking:
Concrete Driveway, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Heated Driveway, Heated Garage, Insulated, Oversized, Quad or More Attached, Workshop in Garage
Parking Places:
4
Parking Total/Covered:
4 / -
Laundry Features:
Main Level
Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Satellite TV Dish, Washer, Window Coverings
N/A
None Known
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Dining Room
23'5" × 14'1"
Main Floor
Foyer
13'6" × 13'4"
Main Floor
Kitchen
24' × 14'4"
Main Floor
Laundry
14'8" × 6'2"
Main Floor
Living Room
25'11" × 25'9"
Main Floor
Office
11'11" × 11'6"
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
19' × 16'11"
Main Floor
Storage
12'8" × 11'
Main Floor
Sunroom/Solarium
25'6" × 12'9"
Main Floor
Furnace/Utility Room
9'1" × 4'11"
Main Floor
Walk-In Closet
18'5" × 5'5"
Upper Level
Bedroom
24'11" × 20'4"
Upper Level
Bedroom
27' × 20'5"
Upper Level
Family Room
25' × 19'5"
Upper Level
Walk-In Closet
17'3" × 3'11"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
9'7" x 4'1"
Main Floor
Yes
4
18'5" x 8'5"
Upper Level
No
3
7'1" x 11'2"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
None
Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Central Vacuum, Chandelier, Closet Organizers, Double Vanity, French Door, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, No Animal Home, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Steam Room, Storage, Vinyl Windows, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
Exterior Features:
Balcony, Fire Pit, Garden, Lighting, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, RV Hookup, Storage
Patio And Porch Features:
Balcony(s), Deck, Patio, Rooftop Patio
Lot Features:
Back Yard, Front Yard, Fruit Trees/Shrub(s), Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Lawn, Low Maintenance Landscape, Many Trees, No Neighbours Behind, Secluded, Views
Accessibility Features:
Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Cabinetry/Closets, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Closets, Accessible Common Area, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Kitchen Appliances, Accessible Washer/Dryer, Wheel-In Shower
Num. of Parcels:
0
Outbuildings:
Equipment Storage, Hen House, Shop
Fencing:
Fenced
Nearest Town:
Rimbey
Region:
Lacombe County
Zoning:
CRA
Listed Date:
Oct 16, 2025
Days on Mkt:
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Area Statistics
Listings on market:
23
Avg list price:
$799,900
Min list price:
$349,700
Max list price:
$13,875,000
Avg days on market:
83
Min days on market:
4
Max days on market:
774
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$485.44
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Understanding Topsoil Depth in Alberta: Insights from AAFC SLC Version 3.2 Data

Topsoil depth is a critical factor for agricultural productivity, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and root growth. The provided map of Alberta illustrates the topsoil depth in inches, highlighting significant regional variations. This analysis is based on data from the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2.

Key Observations

The topsoil depth in Western Alberta and the Rockies is generally shallow, ranging from 0 to 6 inches. This is due to the rugged terrain and erosional processes associated with mountainous regions. The shallow topsoil in these areas supports forests and natural vegetation rather than extensive agriculture.

Central Alberta, including areas around Edmonton and Red Deer, exhibits moderate to deep topsoil depths, generally between 8 to 14 inches. These depths are conducive to productive agriculture, supporting a variety of crops. The deeper topsoil in central regions contributes to higher agricultural yields and sustainable farming practices.

In Southern and Eastern Alberta, regions such as Calgary and areas towards the Saskatchewan border show variable topsoil depths ranging from 6 to 10 inches. While suitable for agriculture, these areas may require careful soil management to maintain productivity. Areas with shallower topsoil are more drought-resistant and may need irrigation and soil conservation practices.

Regional Analysis

The Rocky Mountain Influence is evident in the shallow topsoil of the Rocky Mountain foothills, resulting from the rocky and rugged terrain, limiting soil accumulation. These areas are more suited to forest growth and natural vegetation rather than intensive agriculture.

In contrast, the Prairie Conditions in central Alberta benefit from moderate to deep topsoil, which is ideal for crop production and supports Alberta’s agricultural economy. Maintaining topsoil depth through conservation practices is essential for sustaining long-term agrarian productivity in these areas.

Implications for Agriculture

Understanding topsoil depth is crucial for effective soil management practices, including crop selection, irrigation, and fertilization. Farmers can use this data to optimize their farming practices, choosing crops suited to the available topsoil depth and implementing appropriate soil conservation measures. Deeper topsoil improves water retention and nutrient availability, which is essential for healthy crop growth and high yields.

Conclusion

The topsoil depth map of Alberta reveals significant regional variations influenced by geographical features such as the Rocky Mountains and the fertile plains of central Alberta. Understanding these variations is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring sustainable farming. By leveraging this data, farmers can improve crop yields, manage soil health, and enhance overall agrarian productivity in Alberta.

Sources

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Soil Landscapes of Canada (SLC) Version 3.2 Data
  • Alberta Agriculture and Forestry