What Can Families Do in St. Albert?

St. Albert is a family-oriented community with a reputation for being number one best small city in Canada (according to a 2013 award given by MoneySense). Despite being a small suburb North of Edmonton, St.Albert is bursting with entertainment opportunities suitable for all types of families.

• • Recreational. Whether your family likes to spend time exploring the great outdoors; or you have kids who enjoy playing sports, St. Albert is a world of opportunity! Visit the local rec facility (Servus Place) to participate in leisure and fitness activities. The rec centre also offers team sports, exercise classes, and a full state-of-the-art fitness equipment.
• • Family festivals. Many families in St.Albert look forward to the International Children’s Festival. An annual 5 day festival for children and their families, from puppets to storytellers, and jugglers— Children’s Fest is sure to entertain.
• • Educational. Visit the local Public Library any time of the year for educational programs, books, and audio/visual materials. Other facilities such as the St. Albert Art Gallery has drop-in programs for children ages 6 to 12 years old; Picasso for toddlers; and more!
• • Aquatic Activities. No matter if its cold and snowing outside, families can swim year-round in St. Albert. In addition to the 160 feet of water slides at Servus Place, Fountain Park Recreation Centre also hosts swimming lessons and family friendly swims.

Its no wonder St. Albert is loved by all residents and envied by other small Canadian cities! To learn more about this family community click here. If you’re ready to relocate to St. Albert, contact Stephen Lau and the Edmonton Home Pros team. Their real estate knowledge extends to more than Edmonton— they also know the St. Albert market and can help families find a St. Albert home. Looking for a family friendly St. Albert community? Learn more about Sturgeon Heights, Oakmont, and Lacombe Park here.

Sturgeon Heights

The community of Sturgeon Heights successfully captures the quaint and classical side of St.Albert. Sturgeon Heights is home to numerous families who treasure the community’s tree-lined streets and character homes.

This subdivision is located in Central St. Albert just off St. Albert Trail. Its neighbouring communities include Forest Lawn to the East, Akinsdale to the South, Grandin Park to the West, and Braeside to the North. Residents are in close proximity to the heart of the city, as Sturgeon Height’s northwest quadrant touches the boundaries of St. Albert’s Downtown district.

Sturgeon Heights real estate properties include smaller sized bungalows placed on large lots and single-family homes. One of the benefits St. Albert families enjoy the most about this community is the local school. The Sturgeon Heights School offers education for children from Kindergarten to Grade 9. If you want to relocate your family to this well-established St. Albert community, contact the Edmonton Home Pros. We would be more than happy to help you find the perfect Sturgeon Heights home for sale.

Oakmont

Where nature meets modern living begins the community of Oakmont. This area is home to a wide range of residents including St. Albert’s affluent population.

Oakmont is nestled next to the Sturgeon River in St. Albert’s eastern quadrant. It shares its northern border of Bellrose Drive with the community of Erin Ridge. Other nearby communities include Woodlands and Kingswood found South across the river, as well as the community of Inglewood Park to the West. Despite being established in the early 90’s, Oakmont continues to see many residential real estate developments. Oakmont homes for sale consist of many large single family homes placed on winding roads and cul-de-sacs.

Properties in northeast and south Oakmont are in close proximity to the woodlands and river trails and some luxury-style properties back onto the Sturgeon River. To find the Oakmont real estate property that fits your lifestyle, give Stephen Lau a call.

Lacombe Park

If you’re looking for a well-established community with move-up properties and natural amenities, the St. Albert community of Lacombe Park awaits! Lacombe is one of St. Albert’s largest communities spreading westward from central St. Albert.

Its surrounding communities include Deer Ridge and North Ridge to the North, Inglewood Park and Mission Park to the South, as well as Erin Ridge to the northeast. The area is best accessed through its eastern boundary of St. Albert Trail. Lacombe Park features a wide range of real estate properties including large estate homes which back onto the park. Many foot trails extend from the park into the community for walking, biking, and running activities. Best of all, the area continues to see many more residential developments.

Stop dreaming and start living in one of St. Albert’s most diverse communities. Contact the Edmonton Home Pros Team today for more information. Alternatively, you can also begin searching for Lacombe Park homes and condos for sale here.