Kozmech Acreage
Wallace Rm No. 243 Wallace Rm No. 243 S3N 2W7

$650,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 936 sq. ft. built: 1982

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK041856
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1982
Enjoy the perfect blend of country living and convenience with this beautiful acreage located just 13 minutes east of Yorkton and only 3 km off the pavement. Situated on 10.41 acres, this well-maintained bungalow offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully finished basement, gas fireplace, central air conditioning, and a reverse osmosis system. Outdoor living is a highlight of this property, featuring a massive wrap-around deck with a gas BBQ hookup and an impressive stamped concrete patio area complete with a firepit—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your dream outdoor kitchen or pool area. The mature yard site offers stunning prairie views, plenty of green space, and a peaceful country setting. Storage and workspace are exceptional with a 22' x 24' attached heated garage, a 50' x 50' heated shop built in 2023 featuring a mezzanine, built-in speakers, mechanical/storage room, and bathroom, plus a 30' x 20' heated workshop constructed in 2018. A 1,650-bushel grain bin, along with a shed, provides additional storage options. Whether you're looking for room for hobbies, a home-based business, or simply space to enjoy acreage living, this property offers endless possibilities in an ideal location.
Go east of Yorkton on highway #10, turn north on 2031 grid road, turn left at your first intersection, the acreage is on your right
Listing Area:
Wallace Rm No. 243
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Acreage
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
Bungalow
Year built:
1982 (Age: 44)
Total Floor Area:
936 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
3
Number of bathrooms:
2.0
Kitchens:
1
Parcel Count:
1
Ownership Title:
Freehold
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Gas
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Gas
Sewer:
Liquid Surface Dis, Septic Tank
Basement:
Full Basement, Fully Finished
Basement Walls:
Concrete
Roof:
Metal
Exterior Finish:
Siding, Stone, Other
Air Conditioner (Central), Air Exchanger, Gas Bbq Hookup, Heat Recovery Unit, Sound System Built In, Wet Bar
Deck, Firepit, Garden Area, Lawn Back, Lawn Front, Patio, Trees/Shrubs
Heated Garage: Yes, Other Buildings: Yes, Recreation Usage: No, School Bus: Yes, Service To Property: Yes, Workshop Heated: Yes, Yard Light: Yes
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Bedroom
11'3" × 11'1"
Carpet
Main
Kitchen
13'4" × 12'4"
Linoleum
Main
Bedroom
11'3" × 11'3"
Carpet
Main
Foyer
5'11" × 4'3"
Carpet
Main
Living Room
17'3" × 13'4"
Carpet
Basement
Bedroom
11'3" × 10'7"
Carpet
Basement
Recreation Room
15'7" × 8'
Tile
Basement
Family Room
16'9" × 15'11"
Carpet
Basement
Laundry In Utility
12'3" × 10'6"
Concrete
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
4
7'1" x 8'6" Vinyl Plank
Basement
No
3
6'10" x 8'2" Tile
Occupancy:
Owner
Equipment Included:
Dishwasher Built In, Fridge, Garage Door Opnr/Control(S), Hood Fan, Microwave, Reverse Osmosis System, Shed(s), Stove, Washer, Window Treatment
Lot Size:
10.41 acre(s)
Lot Shape:
Irregular, Backs on to Field/Open Space
Sloughs:
None
Nearest Town:
Yorkton
Distance to Town:
13
Distance to elementary school:
13
Distance to High School:
14
Other Buildings List:
Shop 20x30, Big shop 50x50
Bush:
Shelter Belt
Fences:
None
Garage:
1 Car Attached
Parking Places:
10.0
Parking Surface:
Double Drive, Gravel Drive
Date Listed:
Days on Mkt:
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Rhein (pronounced ‘Ryan’) (2016 population: 170) is a village in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan within the Rural Municipality of Wallace No. 243 and Census Division No. 9. Rhein incorporated as a village on March 10, 1913.[1] In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Rhein had a population of 149 living in 65 of its 81 total private dwellings, a change of -12.4% from its 2016 population of 170. With a land area of 1.08 km2 (0.42 sq mi), it had a population density of 138.0/km2 (357.3/sq mi) in 2021.[4] In the 2016 Census of Population, the Village of Rhein recorded a population of 170 living in 71 of its 81 total private dwellings, a 7.1% change from its 2011 population of 158. With a land area of 1.09 km2 (0.42 sq mi), it had a population density of 156.0/km2 (403.9/sq mi) in 2016.[5] Commercial cultivation of industrial cannabis was banned in Canada in 1938, but as of 1928 1,640 acres of cannabis were grown in Canada, with 200 of those acres located in Rhein.[6] Rhein was the hometown of Arnie Weinmeister, one of the only two Canadians to be elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Established Ukrainian-Canadian fiddler (the late) Bill Prokopchuk, who recorded several albums and appeared in the 1979 NFB film “Paper Wheat,” was born in Rhein in 1925. .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct,.mw-parser-output .geo-inline-hidden{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}51°21?14?N 102°11?41?W? / ?51.35389°N 102.19472°W? / 51.35389; -102.19472 This article about a location in the Census Division No. 9 of Saskatchewan is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhein,_Saskatchewan

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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.

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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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