32 Sagewood Close
Sunnybrook South Red Deer T4R 0M5

$2,150,000
Residential beds: 5 baths: 5.0 2,828 sq. ft. built: 2011

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2234368
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
5
Year Built:
2011
Luxury and craftsmanship meet location and lifestyle in this extraordinary custom-built estate by Sorento Homes, nestled on a quiet close in Southbrook, backing onto the scenic Piper Creek green space and trail system. With 4,800 Sq.Ft. of developed living space, a triple car garage, and uncompromising attention to detail, this walkout bungalow delivers an exceptional standard of living. Inside, you're welcomed by soaring ceilings with exposed antiqued wood beams, distressed Hickory hardwood flooring, and rich custom Maple millwork throughout. The spacious Great Room offers a showstopping focal point with a floor-to-ceiling Ivory Cambria travertine fireplace, built-in cabinetry, automated Hunter Douglas Pirouette blinds, and a mounted TV included. The adjacent gourmet Kitchen is designed to impress with high-end finishes, premium fixtures, and a massive granite island that invites conversation. Always stay comfortable thanks to heated travertine floors. West-facing views of the green space flow seamlessly into the Dining Room and the beautiful 3-season Sunroom, which features a cedar tongue and groove ceiling, Loewen bifold doors, a 42” fireplace, and Low-E reflective glass windows. The Main Floor Primary Suite offers privacy and comfort with hickory floors, automated blinds, and a custom walk-in closet featuring built-ins, drawers, jewelry organizers, and a built-in safe. The luxurious Ensuite is a spa-like retreat with in-floor heating, floating soaker tub, steam shower, and elegant finishes. Tucked above the garage is a private Loft with another Bedroom and full Bathroom—ideal for guests, a studio, or teen retreat. A custom Hickory and Maple spiral staircase leads to the walkout basement, where you’ll find a Games Room with built-ins and wet bar, two spacious Bedrooms each with their own Bathroom, and a Theatre Room with upgraded broadloom and 8.5 lb underlay. There's also a dedicated Flex Room for hobbies or fitness, and a custom built-in desk space with storage and a sliding printer drawer. Practicality hasn’t been overlooked, with a heated Mudroom featuring floor-to-ceiling lockers and bench seating, in-floor heating in all tiled areas, a Healthy Climate air exchange system, reverse osmosis water system, central vacuum, comprehensive security system, Control4 Home Automation, and triple-pane windows. The 9,000 Sq.Ft. professionally landscaped lot includes a zero-maintenance yard with artificial turf, underground sprinklers, and a “party” patio that’s perfect for summer gatherings. From the impressive entry with aggregate stairs to the elegant spiral staircase, this home offers a flawless blend of sophistication and everyday comfort in one of Red Deer's most sought-after communities. 32 Sagewood Close is a rare opportunity to own a home where thoughtful design and exceptional quality come together in perfect harmony.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Possession Date:
Suite:
No
Home Style:
Bungalow
Total Living Area:
2,827.92 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
2,295.39 sq. ft.
Upper Level Finished Area:
532.52 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Below Grade Finished Area:
2,040.83 sq. ft.
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Includes:
Acreage:
No
Lot Area:
9,193 sq. ft.
Lot Frontage:
78'
Lot Details:
79.00X153.00
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:
East
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Unit Exposure:
East
Levels:
One and One Half
Total Rooms Above Grade:
8
Year built:
2011 (Age: 14)
Bedrooms:
5 (Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
3
Bathrooms:
5.0 (Full:4, Half:1)
Plan:
1026964
Heating:
Boiler, In Floor, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement:
Finished, Full, Walk-Out To Grade
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Concrete, Manufactured Floor Joist, Silent Floor Joists, Stone, Stucco, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, See Remarks
Cooling:
Central Air
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Details:
Gas, Living Room, Loft, Mantle, Stone, Sun Room
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
3
Parking:
Concrete Driveway, Heated Garage, Insulated, Oversized, RV Access/Parking, Triple Garage Attached
Parking Places:
4
Parking Total/Covered:
4 / -
Laundry Features:
Main Level
Sunnybrook South
Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garburator, Gas Stove, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Washer, dryer, fridge, gas stove top, microwave, wall oven, all window coverings, projector screen, theatre room seating, surround sound, receivers, pool table and accessories, fridge in basement, freezer in basement, 7 concrete planters, TV's (Kitchen, Living Room, loft, master Bedroom, Bar), garage door opener (2 remotes), 2 beverage fridges, RO Systems (2), Sonos sound system, control four smart home system (lights, heat, security), shaw system
Architectural Guidelines
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Dining Room
14' × 10'5"
Main Floor
Kitchen
18'8" × 14'
Main Floor
Laundry
7'11" × 6'1"
Main Floor
Living Room
18'5" × 14'3"
Main Floor
Office
13'1" × 12'8"
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
20'5" × 15'9"
Main Floor
Sunroom/Solarium
14' × 10'6"
Main Floor
Walk-In Closet
10'8" × 8'2"
Upper Level
Bedroom
13'9" × 11'
Upper Level
Family Room
17' × 13'8"
Lower Level
Bedroom
14'2" × 11'10"
Lower Level
Bedroom
18'3" × 14'11"
Lower Level
Bedroom
13'6" × 12'
Lower Level
Game Room
21' × 18'6"
Lower Level
Storage
15'7" × 11'5"
Lower Level
Media Room
17'11" × 13'5"
Lower Level
Furnace/Utility Room
11'4" × 10'11"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
5' x 6'7"
Main Floor
Yes
5
14'9" x 10'7"
Upper Level
No
3
9'3" x 5'6"
Lower Level
No
3
5'11" x 10'11"
Lower Level
No
4
6' x 7'11"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Closet Organizers, See Remarks, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Exterior Features:
BBQ gas line, Fire Pit, Lighting
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck, Patio
Lot Features:
Creek/River/Stream/Pond, Cul-De-Sac, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Standard Shaped Lot
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Fenced
Region:
Red Deer
Zoning:
R1
Listed Date:
Jul 02, 2025
Days on Mkt:
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    Irrigation for all plants and shrubs
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    Cozy Gas Fireplace with travertine tile
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    High Open Beam Ceilings
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    Custom Millwork and stone throughout
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    Gourmet Kitchen functionally designed
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    Fine Fixtures and Finishes
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    Granite Island in Open Concept Floor plan
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    Large Dining Area leading into the 3 season sunroom
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    West facing 3 season sunroom
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    Your luxury retreat awaits
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    Main Floor office
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    Large Master Suite
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    Fine finishes follow everywhere you turn
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    Custom shower and soaker tub
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    Loft space with Sitting area, Bedroom and Full Bath
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    Loft Bedroom
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    Loft Bathroom
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    Main Floor Laundry
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    Incredible Millwork that is sure to wow
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    Full wet bar in this walkout basement
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    Theatre room
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    A great space for winding down and enjoying
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    3rd bedroom
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    4th Bedroom
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    4th Bedroom attached bathroom
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    Beautiful covered deck area
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    With easy maintenance landscaping
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    A beautiful estate-like home in the heart of the City
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Area Statistics
Listings on market:
330
Avg list price:
$449,950
Min list price:
$95,000
Max list price:
$2,150,000
Avg days on market:
31
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
333
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$346.35
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Olds Alberta Information

Olds (/o?ldz/ OHLDZ) is a town in central Alberta, Canada within Mountain View County and the Calgary–Edmonton Corridor. It is approximately 61 km (38 mi) south of Red Deer and 90 km (56 mi) north of Calgary. The nearest towns are Didsbury to the south, Bowden to the north, Sundre to the west and Three Hills to the east. Olds is located at the intersection of Highway 27 and Highway 2A, 5 km (3.1 mi) west of the Queen Elizabeth II Highway. The Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s main Edmonton-Calgary line runs through the town. Olds lies within the Grasslands Natural Region of Alberta. Downtown Olds is about 1,041 m (3,415 ft) above sea level. In 2011, the town covered a land area of 14.87 km2 (5.74 sq mi). Olds has a humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfb) and falls into the Natural Resources Canada (NRC) Plant Hardiness Zone 3b. The average temperature is around 11.5 °C (52.7 °F) in late July to ?10.1 °C (13.8 °F) in mid-January. Winters are cold with temperatures often dropping to or below ?30 °C (?22 °F). These are broken up from the dry Chinook winds from the mountains. Summers can be hot with temperatures reaching up to 30 °C (86 °F). Olds has various species living in and around it including poplar trees and various wild grasses. Olds is an agriculture based town, so a large portion of the flora grown are crops of canola (Brassica juncea subsp. juncea) and barley (Hordeum vulgare). The majority of fauna consists of livestock like cattle, and poultry. Many surrounding farms keep horses and/or donkeys. The town of Olds is surrounded by residential neighbourhoods with various styles of housing. There are several mobile home parks throughout the town. Olds has its own fibre optic Internet Service Provider called O-Net that provides gigabit speeds to its residents and businesses. The service cost the town about $21,000,000 to install.[6] Olds has a big-box retail centre which opened in 2008. It features a Walmart, Canadian Tire, Home Hardware and other major retailers. In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Olds had a population of 9,209 living in 3,810 of its 4,096 total private dwellings, a change of 0.3% from its 2016 population of 9,184. With a land area of 14.92 km2 (5.76 sq mi), it had a population density of 617.2/km2 (1,598.6/sq mi) in 2021.[2] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Olds recorded a population of 9,184 living in 3,698 of its 3,942 total private dwellings, a change of 11.5% from its 2011 population of 8,235. With a land area of 14.93 km2 (5.76 sq mi), it had a population density of 615.1/km2 (1,593.2/sq mi) in 2016.[7] The population of the Town of Olds according to its 2014 municipal census is 8,617, a change of 1.2% from its 2013 municipal census population of 8,511.[8] Olds has four schools: École Olds Elementary School, École Deer Meadow School, Olds High School, and Holy Trinity Catholic School. Three schools in the area are part of the Chinook’s Edge School Division No. 73 École Olds Elementary Schoolis an elementary school containing kindergarten to grade 4. The school contains a small gymnasium with a rock climbing wall. The gym previously doubled as the gymnastics centre for the gymnastics club, which is now located along 25th Ave. École Deer Meadow School is a junior high school containing grades 5–8. There is a slightly larger gym as well as a music room for the students beginning in the band programs. Olds High School is a junior/senior high school containing grades 9–12. The school has a gymnasium and fitness centre and a fine arts theatre and is part of the Olds College Campus. The school has a variety of educational programs such as sports, band, shop, drama and stained glass program. Olds is also home to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, noted for its agriculture technology programs.[9] Olds is home to many sports teams such as the Olds Grizzlys Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL), located at the Olds Sports Complex. Olds College Broncos part of the Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference, Olds Rapids Swim Club Located at the Olds Aquatic Centre. And many sporting events such as the Hay City Slam Skate Comp held every summer at the Olds Skate Park. Home to two golf courses: Olds Central Highlands 23 hole course, 3 mi (4.8 km) east of Olds, off Highway 27 as well as the brand new 9 Hole Trail Creek Golf course located 7 km (4.3 mi) west of Olds, off Highway 27 that opened in July 2015 The Olds Gymnastics Club has recently migrated from their previous home in the Elementary School to a new building located along 25th Avenue. The building was formerly a Sears Canada building. Olds houses the 185 Olds Royal Canadian Air Cadets Squadron. The building was formerly the Olds recreation centre and is now rendered to the squadron. The building is also rented out by many local dance and church programs. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olds,_Alberta

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topsoil Depth (in) Alberta Source aafc slc version 3.2

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