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3253 Township Road 360
Rural Red Deer County Rural Red Deer County T4H 0K8

$500,000
Residential beds: 4 baths: 2.0 1,140 sq. ft. built: 1940

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2341653
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1940
What if acreage living was more attainable than you thought? Set on 3.66 acres near Dickson, this incredibly well-cared-for property offers the space, privacy and country lifestyle so many buyers are searching for, without taking on a sprawling acreage or million-dollar price tag. Mature trees surround the homesite, creating a peaceful, private setting with room for the dogs to run, pasture for a few horses or other critters, and mountain views to the west on a clear Alberta day. The property is thoughtfully laid out and manageable, with a detached garage, pumphouse and additional outbuildings providing practical space for acreage life. Follow the pathways into the trees and you'll discover tucked-away spaces to slow down and enjoy the property, including a private clearing and sheltered firepit area with a woodshed nearby. Just west of the property, an undeveloped road allowance adds another little piece of country life and a quiet place to enjoy the rural surroundings. The home itself is warm, simple and inviting. Large windows bring the outdoors in, while the wood stove creates the kind of cozy gathering place that just feels right on a cold winter evening. The bright kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and workspace and flows into the dining and living areas, creating an easy, functional layout for everyday life. A south-facing deck overlooks the yard, pasture and trees, perfect for morning coffee, an evening outside or simply enjoying the peace and quiet. The main level includes the primary bedroom and two bathrooms, while the basement adds two additional rooms currently used as bedrooms, along with flexible space for hobbies, storage, workouts or whatever life needs next. And while the setting feels wonderfully rural, you're not far from the places that make everyday life convenient. Spruce View is approximately 6 km away, offering a school, shopping, restaurants and everyday services. Gleniffer Lake and the Gleniffer Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area are also nearby for days spent on or around the water, and the Danish Canadian National Museum is another unique part of the local Dickson area. Innisfail is approximately 36 km away, with Olds and Red Deer also within comfortable driving distance. This isn't an acreage that asks you to take on more than you need. It's a place to breathe a little deeper, keep a few animals, tackle a few projects, sit around the fire and create a country life that feels like your own. And properties like this are not easy to find, especially at this price point. An acreage that has been this meticulously maintained, this thoughtfully cared for and this exceptionally clean, with mature trees, usable land, privacy and room for your animals, is a rare find. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to leave town behind and have a little piece of Alberta to call your own, don't wait on this one. Don't walk, run. This is the kind of acreage buyers wait for, and it won't last long.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Suite:
No
Num Legal Suites:
0
Num Illegal Suites:
0
Home Style:
Acreage with Residence, Bungalow
Total Living Area:
1,140 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
1,140 sq. ft.
Below Grade Finished Area:
726 sq. ft.
Acreage:
Yes
Lot Area:
3.66 acre(s)
Front Exposure:
North
Levels:
One
Total Rooms Above Grade:
6
Year built:
1940 (Age: 86)
Bedrooms:
4 (Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms On Main:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
2
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:1, Half:1)
Num Ensuite Baths:
0
Plan:
0940701
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood, Wood Stove
Basement:
Full, Finished, Separate/Exterior Entry
Foundation:
Block, Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Metal
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Details:
Free Standing, Living Room, Other, Wood Burning Stove
Water Supply:
Well
Sewer:
Septic Field, Septic Tank
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
2
Parking:
Double Garage Detached
Laundry Features:
In Basement
Dryer, Electric Stove, Garage Control(s), Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Window Coverings
Wood Stand in house, Wood Stove in house, Wood Stove in garage 'as-is
Call Lister, Surface Right of Way, Utility Right Of Way
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'10" × 10'4"
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
13'8" × 10'1"
Main Floor
Dining Room
10'7" × 9'
Main Floor
Foyer
10'3" × 8'7"
Main Floor
Kitchen
14'6" × 12'10"
Main Floor
Living Room
19'8" × 12'7"
Basement
Bedroom
13' × 9'11"
Basement
Bedroom
12'11" × 11'7"
Basement
Laundry
13' × 4'10"
Basement
Game Room
22'3" × 13'7"
Basement
Storage
6'4" × 4'6"
Basement
Furnace/Utility Room
11'1" × 10'11"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
4'11" x 10'3"
Main Floor
No
2
2'10" x 6'
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Fishing, Golf, Lake, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters, No Smoking Home, Storage, Sump Pump(s), Vinyl Windows
Exterior Features:
Fire Pit, Private Entrance, Storage
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck, Porch
Lot Features:
Lawn, Pasture, Treed, Views
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Cross Fenced, Fenced
Nearest Town:
Dickson
Region:
Red Deer County
Zoning:
AG
Listed Date:
Sep 01, 2026
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Listed by KIC Realty
Data was last updated September 16, 2026 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
98
Avg list price:
$634,750
Min list price:
$149,900
Max list price:
$3,249,000
Avg days on market:
76
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
398
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$402.17
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Rural Red Deer County. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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