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.
*Source - Wikipedia
Spruce Grove, Alberta - Listings for sale
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1 HUNTINGTON Drive: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4362565
1 HUNTINGTON Drive Spruce Grove T7X 4K9 
$1,100,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Leann F Knysh of Century 21 Masters- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4362565
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,617 sq. ft.
One of a kind Custom Built home set on 2 full corner lots, fenced, overlooking pond.. Located in Harvest Ridge community, easy access to Hwy 16. Outside is a beautiful 4 STALL Garage with indoor RV PARKING off a triple sized driveway. Inside is approx 2800 sf on main floor featuring 10 and 12 ft ceilings, Italian porcelain and hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen with double centre islands all with Corian countertops, 2 refrigerators with ice and water, 2 built in convection ovens and 2 microwaves, 48" double oven range with custom hood fan, Miele Coffee system. Also a walk through pantry with solid wood shelving. Spacious living room with built in cabinets. 2 bedrooms up, double staircase leading to WALK OUT BASEMENT, Beautiful upper deck length of the house, covered patio below with drain and retaining walls, 3 bedrooms down plus office area, huge family room and separate games room. 3 baths with jacuzzi tub in primary suite, main floor and lower level laundry. QTR ACRE in Spruce Grove. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
- (780) 439-7000
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12 ARBOUR Point: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4366843
12 ARBOUR Point Spruce Grove T7X 0Y3
$829,900Single FamilyCourtesy of Clayton Kostuik of Century 21 Leading- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4366843
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,344 sq. ft.
RARE FIND!! Super RV Garage Home! NO Condo or HOA fees! Luxury bungalow with fully finished heated 48 ft Super RV garage plus double car garage backing onto treed green space, creek & walking trails. Professionally landscaped with large composite deck, $35K 14 ft Salt Water Swim Spa/pool, large Trees, Sheds & concrete pads. "Smart Wired" 10 ft Cielings, A/C, Gourmet kitchen, high end appliances & quartz counters, floor to ceiling cabinets, walk in pantry, Open concept, Huge tripple pane windows with electric HD Blinds, gas fire place. Large master bedroom, walk in closet, 5pc ensuite bathroom. Main Floor laundry, 1/2 bath & Office finish off the main floor. Fully Finished Basement with 9ft cielings, & two more bedrooms, Rec Room & 3 Pc Bath. Tankless hot water & HRV system. In Ground Sprinkler, Built in Vacuum, Gemstone Exterior House lighting package, 48ft RV Garage & 23ft double garage with 17ft cielings, Epoxy floors, 2 furnaces, tool crib, floor drains, hot & cold taps,50A plug & sewer dump station. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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36 STONESHIRE Manor: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4354176
36 STONESHIRE Manor Spruce Grove T7X 3E3
$794,500Single FamilyCourtesy of Lee Smithson of RE/MAX Real Estate- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4354176
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,823 sq. ft.
Fully custom built Deering home backing Links Golf Course and professionally landscaped for your own personal oasis. This one of a kind home was quality built & architecturally designed for optimal natural light. Backing onto the 10th hole with mature landscape, exquisite pond & waterfall, dog run, stone patio, underground irrigation & more and is located in mature area with no through road. Spacious foyer with vaulted ceiling, 2 main floor flex rooms, separate dining with built in china cabinet, massive renovated open kitchen overlooks living room with energy efficient wood fireplace & sunken sun room surrounded by windows to enjoy your backyard oasis. Half bath & laundry with sink & cabinetry complete main floor. Upper level has master bedroom with custom cabinetry in walk in closet and ensuite with steam shower & soaker tub, library overlooking foyer, 3 bedrooms & 5pc bath. Lower level has billiards/family room with heated floors & gas fireplace, 5th bedroom, full bath & massive storage area. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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61 ASPENGLEN Drive: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4343716
61 ASPENGLEN Drive Spruce Grove T7X 4R4
$779,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Darcy R Torhjelm of RE/MAX Real Estate- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4343716
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,016 sq. ft.
This large 2 Story not only accommodates your family it has a side suite for revenue income with separate entrance, Appliances, and all the comforts of home. Professionally finished this One Bedroom suite is great for the extra income or for the extra family member. The house itself is well decorated and plenty of amenities as well, including Air Conditioning, Hot Tub, Open Kitchen, Large Family Room area up stairs, Large Main Bed room with a large 5 pc ensuite and upstairs Laundry. The open concept on the main floor is great for the family and get togethers. The Large entrance way allows for plenty of space getting into the house for company as well as family members. The 2 car heated garage is great for your vehicles or for storing your "toys". The back deck faces West and onto a large treed green space area that gives great privacy, enjoy the Hot Tub and sitting under the Gazebo for those evenings of relaxation. The Basement has plenty more space for development. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
- (780) 439-7000
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50 TILIA Place: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4358228
50 TILIA Place Spruce Grove T7X 0Z3
$775,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Matthew J Labas of RE/MAX Professionals- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4358228
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,358 sq. ft.
Positively stunning BRAND NEW 4 bedroom/4 bathroom, with bonus room, FULLY FINISHED executive WALKOUT two-storey home BACKING THE POND. Boasting a meticulously crafted 3,338+ sq. ft open concept living space including airy 9' ceilings, european long board flooring, and crisp neutral paint tones throughout. Picture frame windows line the back of the home offering SWEEPING VIEWS of the natural vistas before it. A chefs grade kitchen features high end S/S appliances, walk-in pantry, quartz countertops, and large central island overlooking the expansive living room with gas fireplace perfect for entertaining. A large den, 2 pc powder room, and extensive mudroom with access to garage complete main floor. Upstairs you will find laundry, 4 pc bath, sprawling bonus room, and 3 bedrooms, each with walk-in closet, including primary retreat with spa-like 5 pc ensuite. Bsmnt is FF and includes 4pc bath, 4th bed, and walkout great room w CUSTOM WET BAR & fireplace. Minutes to shops and eateries and easy access to HWY. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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