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.
Information Links:
http://mountpleasantbia.com/
http://vancouver.ca/green-vancouver/mount-pleasant.aspx
http://www.mountpleasantcc.ca
http://vancouver.ca/home-property-development/mount-pleasant-community-plan.aspx
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
-
797 KEEFER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Home for sale in "Angiolina Court" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2285221
$8,749,000Multifamily- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2285221
- 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. Viewings by appointment only, please do not disturb tenants. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
531-541 E 6TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2286858
$5,790,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2286858
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,500 sq. ft.
Turn Key Ready 11 Unit townhouse development site in lower Mount Pleasant. Designed by award winning architectural firm Birmingham and Woods. Features: 10, 739 sq/ft buildable, all permit and architectural/engineering fees included in price. Site includes: Breathtaking city and mountain views, a contemporary design, concrete board siding, open floor plans, 9 foot ceilings, open stairwells, vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling large glass windows, 4 storey wood frame construction, underground secured parking, and five of the eleven units are penthouses with rooftop patios. Located in the heart of Mount-Pleasant and just a short walk to Main Street, Olympic Village, Millennium Line and Broadway. Sellers package available upon request. More detailsListed by Sutton Centre Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
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
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
2648 ALBERTA Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2302871
$4,188,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2302871
- Bedrooms:
- 10
- Bathrooms:
- 5
- Floor Area:
- 3,706 sq. ft.
Calling all investors, developers and renovators! This unique 9 legal rental units (with 9 authorized kitchens) revenue rooming house sits on a rt-6 zoned 75 x 100 bright corner lot. Super central convenient yet quiet location, Close to Vancouver City Hall, sky train station, shops, restaurants and ect. The house is an old timer with lots of character and investment potential. Call today for details. More detailsListed by Royal Pacific Riverside Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
129 W 11TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2284465
$3,750,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2284465
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 6
- Floor Area:
- 3,676 sq. ft.
CENTRAL, VIEW RT-6 property with plans in place for a new Duplex with 4900sf total. 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 structure, and plans are included for an extra large side by side duplex, both with 1 br lock-off suites below. 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
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
234 W 15TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2314388
$3,750,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2314388
- Bedrooms:
- 9
- Bathrooms:
- 8
- Floor Area:
- 4,969 sq. ft.
Rarely does an opportunity come along to own a Vancouver home like this! This multi-suite, 9 bedroom, 8 bathroom home is situated on one of Mount Pleasant's best blocks. Located right between the Cambie and Main Street Corridors, this almost 5,000 square foot grand dame home is perched high on a 50' x 125' lot and has an incredible street presence. All suites have been updated with much of the original character retained including stained glass windows and wood floors. Potential revenue of over $11,000 per month! There are so many options with this sizeable character home; live, hold, renovate, redevelop! Do not miss your chance to own a piece of Vancouver history. SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY starting Tuesday, October 16th. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
30 W 13TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2314227
$2,999,900Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2314227
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,408 sq. ft.
Inviting 4 bedroom home in a central Mount Pleasant location! Situated between Cambie and Main Street, this house has many nearby amenities such as shopping, schools, transit and recreation. South facing spacious backyard, garage parking with a long driveway for extra tandom parking! Excellent holding property; development permit in process. More detailsListed by Macdonald Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
2102 110 SWITCHMEN Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "LIDO" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2314964
$2,980,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2314964
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,562 sq. ft.
Magnificent Vancouver penthouse, at Bosa's Lido, with incredible expansive views & unrivaled outdoor living. This residence, offering three directional exposures, is the ultimate urban living & entertainment space and set amidst a popular and vibrant community.The interior boasts almost 1600sf of modern design & luxury finishings including Miele appliance package, air conditioning, home automated system for lights, blinds & sound system. The home includes a rarely available private two-car garage. Two adjoining view terraces totalling almost 1100sf is absolutely unmatched, flowing seamlessly from indoors. Fabulous al fresco dining and living area with fireplace. Lower private outdoor oasis has outdoor kitchen, hot tub, fire pit and lounge area. Conceierge, o/d pool, gym. Truly spectacular! More detailsListed by Engel & Volkers Vancouver and Prompton Real Estate Serv.Inc. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
50 E 12TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2312555
$2,800,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2312555
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,236 sq. ft.
Attention Builders and Investors! Property with SUPERB redevelopment potential. Less than 2 blocks West of Main Street - and already zoned RM-4N (medium density multi-family) Within the Broadway Skytrain Planning Corridor, and less than 350 meters from proposed skytrain station at Broadway and Main. The City considers higher densities within 350 meters. Conditional approval in RM-4N permits redevelopment up to 1.45 FSR - re-develop this lot by transforming the existing house into a Multiple Conversion Dwelling plus an Infill Building. It's already been done on this block. Alternatively, hold the property until the Broadway planning process is complete for higher densities - strong land assembly possibility. Very livable house. More detailsListed by Sutton Group-West Coast Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
-
305 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2315433
$2,780,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2315433
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,616 sq. ft.
NAVIO! BRAND NEW! GST PAID! Beautiful, boutique building at the edge of False Creek. Designed to be LEED GOLD certified in efficiency & sustainable living! Amazing, 1616 sq.ft 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom+Den with GREAT WATER VIEWS + overlooking a 2.7 Acre park! HUGE wrap-around 535 sq.ft covered deck accessed by all the bedrooms and livingroom exclusive only to this unit! Bright and open floor plan with floor to ceiling windows. Energy Efficient A/C, heat & Ventilation! Gourmet Kitchen with top line Bosch Appliances, Quartz & Granite countertops plus plenty of storage space. Wide plank engineered hardwood flooring. Beautiful Bathrooms with heated floors. 2 parking spaces & locker. Steps away from the seawall. Luxury amenities: Concierge, Gym, Roof Top terrace & Lounge. OPEN HOUSE:SAT OCT 20th 1-3:30 More detailsListed by RE/MAX Crest Realty - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
- Contact by Email
