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77 210044 Highway 512
Rural Lethbridge County Rural Lethbridge County T1J 5N9

$1,290,000
Residential beds: 5 baths: 3.0 1,802 sq. ft. built: 2016

6.07 acres
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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2350102
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
2016
Welcome to this 1800 sq ft, 5 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home! This beautiful GREEN BUILT HOME is situated on 6+ acres under 10 minutes from the city limits! As you approach the home, you’ll see the beautiful deck that wraps two sides of the home, giving you an option to sit in the sunshine or the shade, with plenty of room to host large gatherings. Walking through the front door you’ll find the wide open main floor, which easily flows from the living room to the kitchen and the dining area. The living room is bright and airy with an abundance of windows surrounding the feature fireplace. The kitchen consists of a beautiful workspace with a 10 foot island and a large, separate pantry just a few feet away. Also on the main floor is a bedroom, main floor laundry room (currently being used as an office), an extra large boot/coat room and a full 4 piece bath. Making your way upstairs, you’ll find an office/computer room (could easily be a 6th bedroom) and the large primary suite, with an ensuite and two huge walk-in closets. The view from up here is amazing!! Once you arrive in the lower level with walk-up entry, you’ll be amazed at the large family room with in-floor heating and rough in for a kitchen/wet bar. The family bathroom downstairs is like no other!! Honestly, it’s amazing…with 2 separate toilet stalls, 3 separate vanities w/sinks and a shower. The lower level also has 3 bedrooms. It’s the perfect teen/large family set up! With closed-cell foam insulation, tall ceilings and in-floor heating, this family room is the perfect place to settle in and watch movies on cool winter days. On beautiful summer days you can opt to step outside and pick a variety of fruit (cherries, apples, saskatoons, strawberries and 2 types of raspberries), tend to your big garden or putter about in your 30’ x 50’ quonset. This beautiful family property has geothermal heating and cooling, a propane fireplace in the living room, cement board siding, a steel roof and is on the rural water distribution system. With a yearly irrigation supply of 3 acre feet (1 million gallons) per year, it's sufficient for the drip-hose watering system to water the many trees, consisting of poplar, green ash, maple, and willow. Subdivision of this 6+ acres is near completion, and could very easily be finalized should the new owner choose to complete. Could this be the home your family's been waiting for?
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:
1 and Half Storey, Acreage with Residence
Total Living Area:
1,802 sq. ft.
Lower Level Finished Area:
Above Grade Finished Area:
Taxes:
Tax Assessed Value:
HOA Fee Includes:
Acreage:
Yes
Lot Area:
6.07 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:
South
Reg. Size:
Reg. Size Includes:
Levels:
One and One Half
Total Rooms Above Grade:
6
Year built:
2016 (Age: 10)
Bedrooms:
5 (Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms On Main:
1
Bedrooms Below Grade:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0 (Full:3, Half:0)
Num Ensuite Baths:
1
Plan:
1212032
Heating:
In Floor, Geothermal
Basement:
Full, Finished, Separate/Exterior Entry, Walk Up
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Cement Fiber Board
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
See Remarks
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Concrete, Vinyl Plank
Cooling:
Other
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Living Room, Propane
Water Supply:
See Remarks
Sewer:
Septic Field
Garage:
No
Parking:
RV Access/Parking
Laundry Features:
In Basement, Main Level, Multiple Locations
Central Air Conditioner, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Stove, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer
Air conditioning through geothermal.
Call Lister
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
21'3" × 18'7"
Main Floor
Kitchen
17'10" × 15'
Main Floor
Pantry
7'5" × 6'
Main Floor
Dining Room
17'4" × 7'7"
Main Floor
Bedroom
13'5" × 7'4"
Main Floor
Laundry
5' × 2'4"
Upper Level
Bedroom - Primary
14'8" × 13'9"
Upper Level
Walk-In Closet
5'8" × 4'11"
Upper Level
Walk-In Closet
9'11" × 7'7"
Upper Level
Office
9'1" × 7'7"
Lower Level
Laundry
15'3" × 7'
Lower Level
Family Room
23'4" × 18'1"
Lower Level
Bedroom
14' × 9'2"
Lower Level
Bedroom
10'4" × 10'1"
Lower Level
Bedroom
13'8" × 9'6"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
Upper Level
Yes
4
4'10" x 10'10"
Lower Level
No
6
10'4" x 11'4"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
None
Interior Features:
Central Vacuum, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Pantry, See Remarks, Separate Entrance, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features:
Fire Pit, Garden
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck, Front Porch, See Remarks, Wrap Around
Lot Features:
Fruit Trees/Shrub(s), Garden, Many Trees, See Remarks
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Partial
Nearest Town:
Lethbridge
Region:
Lethbridge County
Zoning:
Group Country Residential
Listed Date:
Oct 01, 2026
Days on Mkt:
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    Green Home
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    Front porch
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    Deck wraps two sides
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    Living room w/propane fireplace
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    Living room to kitchen view
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    Vew from front entrance
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    Kitchen with 10' island
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    Large pantry off kitchen
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    Large coat closet off back entrance
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    4 pc main floor bathroom
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    Stairs to upper level
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    Primary suite
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    Ensuite
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    Walk-in closet
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    Walk-in closet 2
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    Upper floor office/bedroom
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    Stairs to lower level
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    Large family room lower level
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Data was last updated October 5, 2026 at 10:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
18
Avg list price:
$1,080,000
Min list price:
$569,900
Max list price:
$2,950,000
Avg days on market:
72
Min days on market:
4
Max days on market:
493
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$540.76
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Rural Lethbridge County. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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Warner Alberta Information

Warner is a village in Alberta, Canada. It is surrounded by the County of Warner No. 5, approximately 65 km (40 mi) south of Lethbridge. Warner is a farming community. Warner is situated at the intersection of Highway 4 and Highway 36, about 38 km north of the Montana border and Interstate 15. Warner’s nearest neighbours are the towns of Stirling and Milk River. It is home to the Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Heritage Museum.[5] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Village of Warner had a population of 364 living in 172 of its 201 total private dwellings, a change of -2.4% from its 2016 population of 373. With a land area of 1.16 km2 (0.45 sq mi), it had a population density of 313.8/km2 (812.7/sq mi) in 2021.[3] In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Village of Warner recorded a population of 373 living in 172 of its 196 total private dwellings, a 12.7% change from its 2011 population of 331. With a land area of 1.16 km2 (0.45 sq mi), it had a population density of 321.6/km2 (832.8/sq mi) in 2016.[6] The Devil’s Coulee Dinosaur Heritage Museum[5] features a Hadrosaur (duck-billed dinosaur) nest and embryo, ancient fossils, dinosaur models, located in the Warner. The Warner elevator row is a row of historic wood-cribbed grain elevators. A total of four elevators still stand in a row from south to north alongside the Canadian Pacific Railway on the east entrance of the village of Warner. Only one other elevator row remains in Canada, the elevators in Inglis, Manitoba. The Galt Historic Railway Park located 1 km north of Stirling is another popular museum which displays of life and travel in the 1880s to 1920s are set up in the restored 1890 North West Territories International Train Station from Coutts, Alberta, Canada and Sweetgrass, Montana, USA. The station was moved to the current location near Stirling in 2000 and is added onto every year. Future plans to move the 1925 Ogilvie grain elevator from Wrentham for display along the station in the 36-acre (150,000 m2) park is still in the planning stages. Stirling Agricultural Village is a National Historic Site of Canada, and was listed as one of only three communities in Canada designated as a National Historic Site because of the community’s well preserved settlement pattern that follows the Plat of Zion model.[7] Located within the village are two museums the Michelsen Farmstead a totally restored 1900s home showcasing rural life in Alberta in the 1930s. Listed as a Provincial Historic Site in 2001,[8] and the Galt Historic Railway Park. Waterton Lakes National Park is a National Park located in the extreme southwest corner of Alberta, Canada, 40 km west of Cardston, and borders Glacier National Park in Montana, USA. Waterton Lakes was Canada’s fourth National Park formed in 1895. The Rocky Mountains rise suddenly out of the rolling prairies in the park. Amid the peaks are the three Waterton Lakes, carved out of the rock by ancient glaciers. Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park, is one of the largest areas of protected prairie in the Alberta park system, and serves as both a nature preserve and protection for the largest concentration of rock art, created by Plains People. There are over 50 rock art sites, with thousands of figures, as well as numerous archeological sites. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warner,_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






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