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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57 LONGVIEW Drive: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4483234
57 LONGVIEW Drive Spruce Grove T7X 4R7 
$1,249,900Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4483234
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,177 sq. ft.
Tucked into one of Spruce Grove’s most PEACEFUL pockets, this bungalow is more than a house—it’s the kind of place that makes you exhale the moment you arrive. Sitting on a HUGE lot and backing onto a beautiful reserve area, it delivers privacy, elbow room, and backyard views that refuse to quit. Inside, the OPEN layout is bright, welcoming, and ready for everything from lazy Sundays to loud holiday dinners. The kitchen features granite countertops, loads of prep space, and enough room for everyone who mysteriously appears when snacks are served. The great room is warmed by a cozy corner gas fireplace and overlooks the serene yard. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a five-piece ensuite built for bubble baths and avoiding chores. Downstairs is FULLY FINISHED with three more bedrooms, games space, rec room fun, and flexibility galore. Add an oversized heated 28x28 attached garage, and suddenly your hobbies have a home too, your toys feel seen, and winter loses again. DON'T MISS OUT! More detailsCourtesy of Micah Pelster of Realty Focus- REMAX RIVER CITY
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33 Harley Way: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4482916
33 Harley Way Spruce Grove T7X 0X4
$999,000Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4482916
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,972 sq. ft.
BRAND NEW! GRAND MANOR LIKE Home by local builder LCM Construction, is located on a large corner lot in Hilldowns Spruce Grove! This timeless 2,972 Sq.ft luxury 2-storey home offers presence w/ curb appeal, toasted almond & urban bronze vinyl exterior, black window & door trim, black garage doors, stamped concrete & accent stone. The 3.5 car garage has epoxy flooring, electrical panel & high ceilings for a lift. The main floor w/9 ft ceilings, LVP flooring, flex/office room, mudroom w/built-in bench, 20 ft open-to-below ballroom living room w/ feature wall & 3 sided fireplace, kitchen w/ 9.5 long quartz island, barn style sink, spice kitchen w/sink & beverage cooler, walkthrough pantry, SS built-in appliances, black fixtures & hardware. Upstairs offers an open bonus room, laundry room w/quartz countertop & sink, 3 spacious beds, & private primary bed w/ 5-piece ensuite w/ heated floor, fireplace, 7' soaker tub, enclosed toilet, & large walkthrough closet. Bonus large covered deck & separate grilling deck. More detailsCourtesy of Jeffrey Keasey of Century 21 Masters- REMAX RIVER CITY
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15 ELWYCK Gate: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4451865
15 ELWYCK Gate Spruce Grove T7X 0Z2
$995,000Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4451865
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 2,833 sq. ft.
Located in the prestigious community of Fenwyck, this elegant 2024 2-storey walkout backs onto greenspace with no rear neighbours. Nearly 4,000 sq.ft. of finished space incl. 2,800+ sq.ft. above grade plus a developed walkout basement. Oversized heated triple garage with raised ceiling, epoxy floors, spice kitchen & side entry. Modern interior with herringbone plank flooring, large windows, accent walls, upgraded lighting, in-ceiling speakers & 8’ solid doors throughout. Main floor offers quartz kitchen with island & pantry, living room w/fireplace, bedroom/den, mudroom & full bath. Upstairs features bonus room, laundry & 4 bedrooms with 3 full baths incl. two ensuites. Primary retreat boasts built-ins & spa 5-pc ensuite. Walkout adds rec room with wet bar, theatre/bedroom, bath, storage & covered patio. All bathrooms are full. Porch, deck & garage door epoxy finished. Smart home with inbuilt camera system, smart thermostat & fixtures. Move-in ready! Don't Miss this opportunity! Fully upgraded! More detailsCourtesy of Nitesh Abrol of Initia Real Estate- REMAX RIVER CITY
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62 Kenton Woods Lane: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4479474
62 Kenton Woods Lane Spruce Grove T7X 0P8
$975,000Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4479474
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,704 sq. ft.
Stunning 5 bdrms, 3 bath bungalow, fully finished with upgrades throughout. Main floor features a kitchen with KitchenAid appliances, Cambria quartz countertops, walk-in pantry, and engineered hardwood flooring. 8ft doors enhance the sense of space, while large windows fill the home with natural light. The primary suite has a walk-in closet and a spa-inspired 5piece ensuite with a tiled shower. Enjoy a tiled gas fireplace and a reversed coffered ceiling in the living room. The finished basement has upgraded carpet and underlay, a wet bar, and laundry, making it ideal for entertaining. Other highlights are main-floor laundry, A/C, upgraded lighting, and built-ins in every closet. The landscaped backyard features mature trees and a 2-tiered deck, perfect for relaxing. The home is completed by a triple-car garage, large parking pad, and 35yr shingles. Offering 2912sqft of living space (1704sqft main floor and 1208sqft basement), located on a sought-after street close to all amenities. More detailsCourtesy of Erin Holowach of ComFree- REMAX RIVER CITY
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8 DARBY Crescent: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4484389
8 DARBY Crescent Spruce Grove T7X 0W9
$875,000Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4484389
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,487 sq. ft.
Located in the desirable Deer Park community awaits a 3 bed, 2.5 bath two-storey home with over 2,450sqft of living space and a heated triple car garage. This home features upgrades from top to bottom including 9ft ceilings w/ 8ft solid core doors, vinyl plank flooring, gas fireplace, open concept kitchen with a spacious island and display shelves, convenient walkthrough pantry, custom built in desk and display shelves in the den, generous top floor bonus room w/ vaulted ceilings, his/her sinks w/ custom tiled shower in your 5 pce ensuite, walk-in closet, top floor laundry w/ sink, tankless hot water system, central A/C, beautifully accented champagne bronze fixtures & lighting, hot/cold taps in the garage w/ floor drain, BBQ gas line & custom built ins throughout. This home is ideal for a growing family offering more than enough space right now with room to grow in the future. More detailsCourtesy of Tanner R Hawryluk of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- REMAX RIVER CITY
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