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Lemon Grove, CA

Lemon Grove is a city in San Diego County, California, United States. The population was 27,627 at the 2020 census, up from 25,320 at the 2010 census.

The area that eventually became Lemon Grove was part of Mission San Diego de Alcalá, one of the Spanish missions in California. After Mexico became independent from Spain, the Californios (residents of Alta California) ranched on various land grants. The area that now includes Lemon Grove was granted to Santiago Argüello, who received more than 59,000 acres.

The first proprietor of Lemon Grove, Robert Allison, arrived in the region in 1850, coming from Sacramento. He purchased thousands of acres from Santiago Argüello's heirs; this land eventually became Lemon Grove, La Mesa, Encanto, and part of Spring Valley. Allison became a director and stockholder of the San Diego and Cuyamaca Railroad in 1886 and built the Allison Flume. Allison's son Joseph filed subdivision maps for "Lemon Grove" in 1892. The name is attributed to Joseph's mother, Tempa Waterman Allison. The climate was suitable for the cultivation of subtropical fruits and vegetables, and farmers from the East and Midwest flocked to the region. The Lemon Grove Fruit Growers Association was formed in 1893; in 1894, the San Diego Union newspaper referred to Lemon Grove as "a sea of lemon trees."

Joseph and Anton Sonka, immigrants from Bohemia, moved to Lemon Grove after stints in Seguin, Texas, and San Diego. The brothers opened a well-known general store, A. Sonka and Son. Anthony "Tony" F. Sonka, the eldest son of Anton Sonka and his German American wife Anna Klein Sonka, was also a local notable. He was a key supporter of the huge lemon that became the town's symbol and landmark. Sonka and a committee of local ranchers hired local architect Alberto Treganza to build the huge lemon to "make the ultimate statement about the town's purpose, prosperity, and optimism."

Lemon Grove is located at 32°44′0″N 117°2′1″W (32.733451, −117.033702). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.9 square miles (10 km2), all land.

Lemon Grove emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Lemon Grove Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Body By Discipline, KMF Athletics, and Fametrics Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lemon Grove, such as Lemon Grove Park and Treganza Heritage Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Lemon Grove, CA are Lemon Grove Historical Society & Parsonage Museum, Berry Street Park, and Sweetwater Summit Regional Park. 

ZIP code: 91945. Population: 27,413 (2021). Area code: 619. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Area: 3.88 sq mi (10.05 km2).

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Is Lemon Grove, CA a good place to live?

Living in Lemon Grove offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lemon Grove, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Lemon Grove and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Lemon Grove are above average.

What is Lemon Grove, CA famous for?

The community was settled in 1869 by its first known permanent resident, sheep rancher Robert Allison. From the 1860s to 1900 the area was known for sheep and poultry ranching and vegetable crops. In the early 1900s, the community acquired its name when large citrus groves were planted and lemon and orange growing and shipping became the area's major industry. 

Is Lemon Grove, CA expensive?

Lemon Grove, California's cost of living is 21% higher than the national average. Lemon Grove's housing expenses are 44% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 13% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 32% higher than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Lemon Grove

Lemon Grove’s Recreation and Community Services Department

Body By Discipline

KMF Athletics

Fametrics Fitness

Lemon Grove Park 

Treganza Heritage Park

Lemon Grove Historical Society & Parsonage Museum

Berry Street Park

Sweetwater Summit Regional Park

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Lemongrovesd.net

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