15 Adelaide Street
Manor Manor S0C 1R0

$279,900
Residential beds: 6 baths: 3.0 3,105 sq. ft. built: 1910

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK040541
Bedrooms:
6
Bathrooms:
3
Year Built:
1910
Welcome to **15 Adelaide Street, Manor**—an impressive 3,105 sq. ft. family home situated on a beautifully maintained double lot with exceptional indoor and outdoor living space. The park-like yard features a massive garden, mature fruit trees, flower beds, a fire pit area, storage shed, and a spacious covered deck overlooking the backyard, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. Inside, this spacious home offers **6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms**. The main floor welcomes you with a convenient boot room off the deck, a 4-piece bathroom, a bedroom, and a spacious primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and private 4-piece ensuite. Main floor laundry adds convenience, while the oversized kitchen boasts an abundance of cabinetry, countertop space, a pantry, and a large island with seating. Just off the kitchen is the dining area, making family meals and entertaining effortless. The inviting living room features a cozy wood-burning stove and large bay windows that fill the space with natural light. Just off the living room is a true standout feature—an indoor hot tub room with beautiful cedar walls and ceiling, offering the perfect place to unwind year-round. With access from both inside the home and the covered deck, it's ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. Upstairs you'll find **4 additional bedrooms**, a bonus room, a spacious rec room or secondary family room, and another 4-piece bathroom, providing plenty of room for a growing family. The basement houses the utility room and offers additional storage. With over 3,100 sq. ft. of living space, a beautifully landscaped double lot, and room for everyone both inside and out, this property is the perfect place to raise a family while enjoying small-town living at its finest.
Listing Area:
Manor
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
2 Storey
Year built:
1910 (Age: 116)
Total Floor Area:
3,105 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
6
Number of bathrooms:
3.0
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$3,296 / 2026
Frontage:
100'
Ownership Title:
Freehold
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Wood
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Gas
Water Softener:
Included
Basement:
Partial Basement, Unfinished
Basement Walls:
Brick
Roof:
Metal
Exterior Finish:
Siding, Vinyl
Air Conditioner (Central), Air Exchanger, Sump Pump
Deck, Firepit, Garden Area, Lawn Back, Lawn Front, Trees/Shrubs
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Foyer
9' × 5'1"
Tile
Main
Bedroom
11'1" × 8'8"
Carpet
Main
Primary Bedroom
15'6" × 11'1"
Laminate
Main
Laundry
11'10" × 4'1"
Linoleum
Main
Kitchen
16'1¼" × 13'1"
Tile
Main
Dining Room
18' × 10'1"
Hardwood
Main
Living Room
19'4" × 15'
Hardwood
Main
Great Room
14'1" × 9'1"
Linoleum
2nd
Bedroom
10'2" × 8'8"
Laminate
2nd
Bedroom
13'10" × 11'
Laminate
2nd
Bonus Room
11'2" × 9'1"
Laminate
2nd
Recreation Room
19' × 13'1"
Laminate
2nd
Utility Room
6'5" × 3'1"
Linoleum
2nd
Bedroom
9'10" × 8'7"
Laminate
2nd
Bedroom
9'10" × 8'7"
Laminate
2nd
Storage
10' × 5'4"
Laminate
Basement
Utility Room
26' × 20'
Concrete
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
4
7'2" x 7'8" Tile
Main
No
4
6'11" x 9'8" Linoleum
2nd
No
4
6'5" x 9'6" Linoleum
Occupancy:
Owner
Equipment Included:
Central Vac Attached, Central Vac Attachments, Dishwasher Built In, Dryer, Freezer, Fridge, Hot Tub, Shed(s), Stove, Washer, Window Treatment
Lot Size:
12,000 sq. ft.
Lot Shape:
Rectangular
Garage:
No Garage, Parking Spaces
Parking Places:
4.0
Parking Surface:
Gravel Drive
Date Listed:
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Gainsborough Saskatchewan Information

Gainsborough (2016 population: 254) is a village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan within the Rural Municipality of Argyle No. 1 and Census Division No. 1. A farming community, the village is located on Highway 18 in the southeastern corner of Saskatchewan. Gainsborough is approximately 6 km (3.7 mi) from the Manitoba border, and 19 km (12 mi) from the North Dakota, United States border. The first post office was established on April 1, 1884[1] as the community of Antler. On September 1, 1885, the name of the community changed to Gainsborough,[2] after Gainsborough, Lincolnshire in England, which was the former home of J. J. Sadler, an early settler.[3] 8 miles east is the community of Pierson, Manitoba. To the west 8 miles is the village of Carievale. 16 miles straight north of Gainsborough is the hamlet of Fertile. The closest communities to the south are Antler and Sherwood, North Dakota. Nearby towns to the north and west are Storthoaks, Carnduff, Glen Ewen, Oxbow, and Bellegarde, while to the east are Lyleton, Tilston and Melita, Manitoba. The nearest population centres with more than 10,000 people are approximately an hour’s drive away: Estevan, which is westward on Highway 18, and Minot, North Dakota is a 75-minute drive almost directly south. Brandon is a 2-hour drive away, while Regina, Saskatchewan and Winnipeg are each approximately 3.0-3.5 hours away by car. Antler is the closest border crossing station between Canada and the US, and like most small posts on the frontier it is closed overnight. Gainsborough is approximately equidistant to two 24-hour border crossings: North Portal, Saskatchewan 90 km to the west, and Boissevain, Manitoba 120 km to the east. Gainsborough incorporated as a village on May 25, 1894.[4] The Gainsborough Creek forms most of the southern boundary of the town, while the rest of the community is bordered by open fields and pasture. A tributary of the Souris River, the creek is prone to flooding during the spring thaw. Though several nearby communities made national headlines as disaster areas during severe flooding in 2011, most buildings in Gainsborough did not require unusual extraordinary protection measures or sandbagging. In 2014, extended heavy rainfall in the region resulted in severe flash flooding that forced the complete evacuation of residents to neighbouring communities and made national headlines.[5][6][7][8] Provincial premier Brad Wall did an aerial survey of the flood area that allowed images and video of the flooded village to be recorded near the maximum height of the waters.[9][10] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Gainsborough had a population of 227 living in 113 of its 144 total private dwellings, a change of -10.6% from its 2016 population of 254. With a land area of 0.94 km2 (0.36 sq mi), it had a population density of 241.5/km2 (625.5/sq mi) in 2021.[13] In the 2016 Census of Population, the Village of Gainsborough recorded a population of 254 living in 124 of its 144 total private dwellings, a -14.6% change from its 2011 population of 291. With a land area of 0.87 km2 (0.34 sq mi), it had a population density of 292.0/km2 (756.2/sq mi) in 2016.[14] Saskatchewan is in the CST Zone, and since 1967 it has not observed daylight saving time meaning that local clocks do not get changed in summer. A practical effect on border towns like Gainsborough is that they only align with neighbouring communities in Manitoba and North Dakota for half the year, which may lead to misunderstandings regarding the timing of scheduled inter-community events. Primary income of community members is derived from agricultural businesses (farming, ranching) and petroleum drilling services. 49°10?N 101°27?W? / ?49.167°N 101.450°W? / 49.167; -101.450 Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gainsborough,_Saskatchewan

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Key Observations

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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.

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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.

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