Mount Pleasant and the Neighbourhood House
Neighbourhood Boundaries
In the Canadian City of Vancouver, British Columbia, City Hall on 12th Avenue at Cambie Street is on the west margin of the neighbourhood of Mount Pleasant. Beginning at City Hall, the neighbourhood boundary runs south on Cambie Street to 16th Avenue, turns left and runs eastward to Clark Drive, turns left there and runs to the north as far as 6th Avenue, where it turns left and runs westward on 6th Avenue, Great Northern Way, and 2nd Avenue to Main Street, where it runs north to Terminal Avenue, makes a left turn to the west to the south shore of False Creek as far as the Cambie Street Bridge, and from there runs south on Cambie Street back to City Hall. The neighbourhood hub is several blocks to the northeast of City Hall around the intersection of Main Street, Broadway, and Kingsway.
In 2006, Mount Pleasant had 23,615 people, a 3.8-percent decrease from 2001, with 62.0 percent of residents speaking English as their first language, 10.0 percent speaking Chinese, and 5.1 percent Tagalog. Median household income was then $37,782, and 31.7 percent of the population lived in low-income households. Once working-class, Mount Pleasant has seen a considerable rise in its standard of living since the early 1990s.
History
From 1888, when the first of them appeared, through the first decade of the 20th Century, several breweries came to the neighbourhood to make use of the waters of Brewery Creek. In 1890, the first streetcars ran south on Main Street to 1st Avenue and to Kingsway by 1897 to serve the substantial population centre around Broadway. An ability to commute quickly to the Downtown city centre drew many working families to the area south of Broadway. In that sense, Mount Pleasant was one of Vancouver’s first suburbs.
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Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House
The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House has a mandate to make the neighbourhood a better place to live. Its community service began in 1976 with a youth leadership program operating from a local church basement, a free mobile income tax clinic operating from a trailer followed in 1977, and later that year the neighbourhood house opened a storefront building on East Broadway. Finally in 1995, came the spacious building at the busy corner of Broadway and Prince Albert Street. There the dedicated staff serves and assists more than 3,000 needy people annually.
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House is a member of the Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia, founded in 1894, one of the oldest nonprofit societies in the province. Neighbourhood houses developed from the 19th Century settlement house movement to minister to the needs of migrants from the countryside seeking employment in the cities, often leaving behind everything they knew. The settlement house movement established the first daycare nurseries for working parents, classes in English as a second language and adult literacy, and academic standards for the social work profession. The Association of Neighbourhood Houses of British Columbia participates in programs of the United Way of the Lower Mainland.
The Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House leads a community literacy planning project, a community development outreach program to help new immigrants find and resources to enhance the lives of their families, and a Mandarin parenting program for grandparents who care for children regularly.
New Mount Pleasant Live MLS Listings
Mount Pleasant and the Neighbourhood House
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2501 1775 QUEBEC Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2219234
$10,800,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2219234
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,230 sq. ft.
View view view! Welcome to this 3230 sq ft Sub Penthouse Residence at The Opsal by Bastion. Unobstructed view of the mountains, water and city! This unit was merged with #2502 to make a spacious, one of a kind 3 bedrooms 1 den 3.5 baths ultimate luxury penthouse. Open concept, entertainment-sized living, dining and kitchen area with endless floor to ceiling windows and two folding doors that opens up to the 1100sq ft wraparound balcony. Lots of remodeling done by the seller: the entire unit 2502 is converted into a huge master bedrooms suite with a sizable den and dressing room; Italian kitchen and cabinets, built-in sound system throughout, a hot-tub to enjoy relaxing time out under the sun and breeze. A must see! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties
- Aedis Realty
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797 KEEFER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Home for sale in "Angiolina Court" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2255640
$8,999,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2255640
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,190 sq. ft.
You know the building, but not the name: Angiolina Court. This iconic Strathcona "Heritage" style building originally built in 1910 has so much character! With 7 residential suites, 1 commercial unit and 2 three-storey plus basement side-by side duplex buildings containing a total of four suites, this building is perfect for an investor or as an owner occupier / family compound. At almost 17,000 sqft in total this property has had many upgrades with most recent being electrical and roof. All suites are fully leased to good quality tenants. Located on McLean Park in the coveted Strathcona neighbourhood between the new hospital, vibrant Chinatown and ever-changing East Hastings. Room sizes & photos listed are of 547 Hawks. Viewings by appointment only, please do not disturb tenants. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
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PH2 289 E 6TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "SHINE" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2275227
$4,998,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2275227
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,951 sq. ft.
There are simply no words. With a total of 5500 square feet of indoor/ outdoor living, PH 2 at 289 East 6th Ave is, hands downs one of the most refined and spectacular homes to ever come to the market in Vancouver. 2800 sq/ft of open living space on one level, 3 beds, 3 1/2 baths, 4 parking, 2 large storage lockers, 10' ceilings, 3 zone A/C, control4 tech, retractable sliding doors plus 1000 sq/ft of outdoor living right off your living room. Custom millwork throughout, from book matched Carrara Marble and African Rosewood cabinetry, to a floating staircase that leads to a private 1500 square foot rooftop where you will find a natural grass lawn and hot tub that overlooks the natural beauty of Vancouver's cityscape and mountains. More detailsListed by Dexter Associates Realty - Aedis Realty
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2646 YUKON Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW Home for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2269050
$4,580,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2269050
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 6,211 sq. ft.
2646 Yukon St. is a multi family building in an outstanding location. Consists of multiple legal suites, perched high on the hill with views to downtown & the north shore mountains. Historic architecturally, featuring high ceilings, oak paneled main rooms, hallway and staircases, stained glassed windows, balconies & a widows walk. Awesome walk score. Close to city square, hospital district, Canada Line, False Creek & restaurants. Irreplaceable & in excellent mechanical condition. Showings by appointment. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Properties - Aedis Realty
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127-129 W 11TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2232463
$3,950,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2232463
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,676 sq. ft.
CENTRAL, VIEW RT-6 property with the potential for a new approx 4900sf duplex or townhouse development. Blocks from City Hall, Shopping, Transportation, Parks, Recreation and Restaurants this area is at the Centre of ALL Vancouver has to offer. Wide, deep lot will be a perfect location for a new build, and plans are nearly finalized for an extra large side by side duplex (nearly 2450 sf per side) or a 4 unit Townhouse. The current building is a side by side duplex (non conforming strata) and is in decent condition. One of Vancouver's hottest areas, and the perfect opportunity to hold or build. More detailsListed by Dexter Associates Realty - Aedis Realty
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1701 111 E 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "BLOCK 100" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2265096
$2,950,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2265096
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,500 sq. ft.
UNIQUE SUB-PENTHOUSE SHOWPIECE! This breathtaking, utmost quality, luxury custom designed corner home with a flowing, house proportioned layout is an entertainer's dream with sweeping views from False Creek to Mount Baker. Highlights incl: 3 full bedrooms w/separated master w/huge walk in closet & custom ensuite w/steam shower & soaker tub; laundry room w/sink; wet bar w/glass wine wall, ice maker & wine fridge; integrated Savant & Sonos systems for TV, lights & music; kitchen w/Wolf & Sub Zero appliances, steam oven, pantry & natural quartzite surfaces; custom millwork; high 10 FT ceilings; gas firepit on the 550 sf terrace. Central heat/AC. On Parkade level this home is completed by a private 720 sf 2+ car garage w/a high speed electric car outlet & private 265 sf storage room! More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
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46 W 10TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2276325
$2,899,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2276325
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,067 sq. ft.
Renovated Classic! Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a finished attic on the upstairs level. Main floor features living room, dining room and kitchen that opens to a sunny deck and beautiful lawn and garden. Secure, fully finished garage/studio out back featuring skylights which could be used for an office space, play space or extra rental income. Two bedroom updated basement rental suite downstairs. Centrally located in the popular Mount Pleasant neighborhood, this house is on a quiet residential street yet blocks away from both Main and Cambie. Open House Saturday June 16th 3-5pm! A definite must see to appreciate its beauty and expansive layout. More detailsListed by Oakwyn Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
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1702 111 E 1ST Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "BLOCK 100" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2262254
$2,890,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2262254
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,518 sq. ft.
Calling all patio lovers! Welcome to a one-of-a-kind, 3-bedroom, sub penthouse in Olympic Village. Relax on your over 500sq. ft patio with a built-in kitchen, hot tub and outdoor tv. Inside the list of high end features is endless! The kitchen includes Sub Zero & Wolf appliances, a built-in wine fridge, coffee maker, steam oven & Bocci lighting. Savant home automation includes built in speakers, motorized blinds and lighting control throughout entire home. Never look for parking again, this unit has 3 parking stalls, including a private 2 car garage (28 x 24), which has an EV charger and a massive amount of storage. Bonus features include, 10’ ceilings, Dornbracht fixtures, custom millwork, a 5-piece en-suite with marble surround, air condition & much more! More detailsListed by MLA Realty - Aedis Realty
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709 2888 CAMBIE Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW Condo for sale in "The Spot" (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2275882
$2,750,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2275882
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 1,516 sq. ft.
A VIEW and DECK to make your own! This deluxe 2 bdrm suite with a massive walk in closet and over 1,000 sqft deck with a wonderful City and mountain view, is ready for immediate occupancy and comes fully furnished excluding deck furniture. You will want this suite so bring your chequebook. The Spot is a great building and this is the best deck space in the entire building! Close to Whole Foods and shopping and it is centrally located. Just a quick trip across the bridge and you are downtown. Perfect turnkey suite for a corporate executive suite as it is currently company owned. Call today to see it!! More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
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292 W 13TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2279814
$2,698,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2279814
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,479 sq. ft.
50' RT-6 Heritage Beauty on the SE corner of West 13th and Alberta St. Classic front porch great to read out on summer nights. Come see the Original stainglass windows in all the very large main floor principal rooms. 3 kitchens, one per level allows for maximum versatility. The current owner only rents out the 2 bedroom suite upstairs and uses the basement for themselves. Rich wood panelling and a stone fireplace and mantle makes you want to pull up a chair and read. Located in the City Hall area of Mount Pleasant a short walk to Canada Line Broadway Station.EASY TO SHOW More detailsListed by Dexter Associates Realty - Aedis Realty
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