Spruce Grove, Alberta
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Spruce Grove /ˌsprusˈɡroʊv/ is a city that is 11 km (6.8 mi) west of Edmonton, Alberta in Canada. The city is adjacent to the Town of Stony Plain and is surrounded by Parkland County.
With a 2016 population of 34,066, Spruce Grove is the ninth-largest city in Alberta. The mayor of Spruce Grove is Stuart Houston.
Spruce Grove is home to the Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre, a local theatre, and the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, a recreation facility shared with Stony Plain and Parkland County.
Jennifer Heil, the freestyle skier who won the first gold medal for Canada in the 2006 Winter Olympics games in Turin, Italy, and a silver medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics is from Spruce Grove, as is Carla MacLeod, a member of the 2010 Canada women's national ice hockey team.
History
Homesteaders in the area date back to 1879.[6] Spruce Grove originally incorporated as a village on March 14, 1907, but it subsequently dissolved on August 30, 1916.[1] Spruce Grove then re-incorporated as a village on January 1, 1955 and subsequently incorporated as a town on January 1, 1971, and as a city on March 1, 1986.[1]
Geography
Spruce Grove is located near the province's geographical centre, at 30 kilometres (19 mi) from downtown Edmonton and 14 km (8.7 mi) from Edmonton's city limits.[7] It is part of the Edmonton Capital Region.
Demographics
The City of Spruce Grove's 2016 municipal census counted a population of 33,640,[5] a change of 5% from its 2015 municipal census population of 32,036.[23]In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the City of Spruce Grove recorded a population of 34,066 living in 12,552 of its 13,109 total private dwellings, a change of 30.2% from its 2011 population of 26,171. With a land area of 32.2 km2 (12.4 sq mi), it had a population density of 1,058.0/km2 (2,740.1/sq mi) in 2016.[3]
In the 2011 Census, the City of Spruce Grove had a population of 26,171 living in 9,619 of its 10,105 total dwellings, a change of 33.9% from its 2006 adjusted population of 19,541. With a land area of 32.37 km2(12.50 sq mi), it had a population density of 808.5/km2 (2,094.0/sq mi) in 2011.[22]
Arts and Culture
The Spruce Grove Art Gallery is located in the Melcor Cultural Centre and is operated by the Allied Arts Council of Spruce Grove. The gallery hosts ongoing shows for original art created by its members, made up of artists from mainly the Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County area.[24]
Horizon Stage hosts many plays and acts throughout the year, as well as a lot of community theatre. Spruce Grove also has a 7 screen theatre complex which opened in the fall of 2007.[25]
Another cultural facility within the city is the Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum.
Attractions
The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, opened in 2002, provides a pool, soccer fields, a gymnasium, workout gym, and ice rinks to the people of Parkland County. Spruce Grove has bike trails winding throughout the city, called the Heritage Grove Trail, where bike riders can ride for hours through lush forest. On June 7, 2008, Spruce Grove held the grand opening of the West District Park, which features two full artificial surface fields for football, soccer and other activities. The Edmonton Eskimos donated $10,000 towards the event and held practice at the facility as part of the first day activities.
Sports
Spruce Grove has an abundant number of youths and adults involved in amateur sports, that run year round. Box lacrosse runs from March to July under the organization Parkland Posse [1], which pulls young people from the Tri communities of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County. Hockey runs from September to April, soccer and rugby run from May to October, football runs from July to December and baseball runs from March to October. The Spruce Grove Saints are a Junior A hockey team that play in the AJHL.
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42 KENTON WOODS Lane: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4413904
42 KENTON WOODS Lane Spruce Grove T7X 0P8 
$1,148,900Single FamilyCourtesy of Tanner R Hawryluk of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4413904
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,839 sq. ft.
Tucked away on the sought after street of Kenton Woods Lane on .2 of an acre lot awaits an impeccable home that will leave you with a lasting impression. With over 3,800sqft above grade, 4 beds, 3.5 bath this luxury home exudes elegance & class around every corner. Feat. rich oak flooring, a spacious kitchen with s/s app, upgraded cabinets, granite counters & custom built ins throughout, w/t pantry, formal dining, main floor den/office, coffered ceilings, dual sided stone facing fireplace that continues on two levels, 33x30' driveway, f/f triple heated garage w/ epoxy floors & so much more! Soaring vaulted ceilings welcome you to the top floor showcasing a one of a kind chandelier and hosts 3 beds (one with an ensuite) an elevated bonus room, laundry, desk area plus the generous primary complete with a 10x14 balcony & a 12x13' spa-like ensuite. The basement is roughed in for a kitchen/bath w/ separate entry ideal for an in-law suite. This home is in a class of it own and is ready for you to call it home. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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65 LILAC Bay: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4403180
65 LILAC Bay Spruce Grove T7X 2H5
$837,900Single FamilyCourtesy of Joch A Hess of RE/MAX Elite- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4403180
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,818 sq. ft.
Absolutely Immaculate 2818 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 storey that features a Triple garage with drive thru bay! Walk in the door and be greeted by the open to below entry, main floor has the perfect entertaining kitchen with huge waterfall quartz island, s/s appliances and walk-thru pantry! Enjoy the living room feature open to below ceilings and an electric fireplace! Main floor also features a nice den/office and two pc bath. Beautiful glass railing leading upstairs to the big bonus room that features your second elec. fireplace. HUGE primary bedroom with massive ensuite and closet and access to the laundry. Two good sized bedrooms share a 5 piece Jack & Jill bathroom. Oversized triple garage is heated with drive thru bay with access to the back yard. Back yard is fenced and has big south facing back deck with gas hook up and is perfect for entertaining. Unspoiled basement with 9' ceilings is perfect for multi family living with a separate side entrance! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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48 VERONA Crescent: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4406426
48 VERONA Crescent Spruce Grove T7X 0J7
$800,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Becca A Duiker of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4406426
- Bedrooms:
- 7
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 2,849 sq. ft.
Welcome to 48 Verona Crescent, this 2800sqft walkout 2-story has 7 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, all high end finishings & AC. Ideal for multi-family living with a primary suite on each floor. This home would be easy to convert the basement into a suite as well as the basement has a separate entrance. The main floor has an impressive layout with 12' ceilings, a chefs kitchen with a large island, gas stove & lots of cabinets, a living space with a stone fireplace & cofferred ceiling, a den/office, a primary bedroom with a W/I closet & 3p ensuite, laundry in the mudroom with access to the DBL heated garage, which has a second entry to the basement. On the upper floor is a large primary suite with a 5p ensuite & 2 W/I closets, a bonus room separating 2 more bedrooms, a 4p bath & the second laundry room. In the walkout basement is 3 more bedrooms including the third primary suite with 3p ensuite & W/I closet, another 4p bath, a wet bar area with a microwave, space for an oven & full fridge. Minutes from Jubilee Park! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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42 Darby Crescent: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4404476
42 Darby Crescent Spruce Grove T7X 0W9
$799,900Single FamilyCourtesy of Ajay Kahlon of RE/MAX Excellence- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4404476
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,669 sq. ft.
Indulge in luxury with this stunning residence in the Deer Park neighborhood of Spruce Grove, masterfully crafted by Sunnyview Homes. Situated on a huge lot, and with a separate entrance to the basement, it offers abundant space for gracious living. Step inside to find a main floor bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests. The kitchen boasts an electric cooktop and a wine cooler-equipped bar. Right next to it is a spice kitchen with a gas cooktop and lots of storage space. Sunlight pours in through huge windows, illuminating the living room with an electric fireplace, perfect for gatherings. Ascending the sleek glass railing reveals a flexible bonus room, 4 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, one of which is a 5-piece ensuite with a walk-in closet. A laundry room completes the upper floor for utmost convenience. With an OVERSIZED four-car tandem garage with RV PARKING with 14' ceiling height, built to install car lift system. Over SIZED driveway. Comes with stainless steel appliances. A must see! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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41 DARBY Crescent: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4413213
41 DARBY Crescent Spruce Grove T7X 0W9
$799,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Celeste M Plaizier of Century 21 Masters- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4413213
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,345 sq. ft.
Welcome to this beautifully crafted 2,344 sq ft home by HRD Homes, located in Deer Park Estates. This 1.5-story home offers an inviting open-concept main floor with a luxurious main-floor primary suite, and two additional bedrooms upstairs, making it perfect for families. The heart of the home is the gorgeous two-toned kitchen, featuring a maple island, a large walk-in pantry, and a custom plaster hood that complements the stunning plaster fireplace with a maple mantle in the living area. The primary suite is a true retreat, boasting a walk-through closet and a spa-like ensuite with a soaker tub, double vanity sinks, and a private water closet. Additional highlights include a heated triple car garage with both hot and cold hose bibs, ensuring convenience year-round. This home combines thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and functionality, making it a must-see! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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