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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46 E 12TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2822895
46 E 12TH Avenue Vancouver V5T 2G5 
$2,989,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2822895
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 3,262 sq. ft.
Have you noticed homes on East 1st Ave, Nanaimo St, & Broadway cash in on land assemblies? Want to be a part of the next wave with the Broadway Corridor? Here is your opportunity! Perched high above the street, this 3 level plus basement Heritage C home has 3 suites; a main flr 2 B/R, an upper 2 B/R and a top flr 1 B/R suite. Live in any of the 3 units, or 2 units together and rent out the remaining. Ideal for 2 owners to occupy with income from the 3rd suite. Inside, the suites are in great condition. Outside there is a big front porch, 2 back porches, a fenced back yard & 3 parking spaces. Suite renovations, structural updates, exterior, roof & wiring by the previous & current owners. Buyer will have vacant possession of all suites. Awesome location, just steps to vibrant Main Street. Your neighbours are cooperating with developers approaches for assembly. Get your friends or family together, buy now, get in the market together & cash in as development approval progresses. More detailsListed by RE/MAX Select Realty
- Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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215 W 14TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VW House for sale (Vancouver West) : MLS®# R2860398
215 W 14TH Avenue Vancouver V5Y 1X2
$2,900,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2860398
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,622 sq. ft.
Nestled in one of Vancouver's most sought-after neighbourhoods, this quaint and cozy home features a wonderful living situation having 5 bedrooms, private dining , living, and a functional kitchen with a great out door deck. Downstairs offers the potential suite upgrade, all while providing a private, no alleyway, back yard for everyone to enjoy. 1622 sq foot charmer has updates ranging from 2006 roof, 100 amp electrical coppers updates, paint 2016, back yard fences, chimney capped and repointed, furnace 1994, hw tank 2010, new sump in 2011. For families looking to live in the heart of West Mount Pleasant, enjoy easy access to an array of amenities, experiencing the best of urban living while maintaining a peacful retreat within this tight-knit community. Apt only showings, call today! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "Navio at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2849046
807 1688 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H3
$2,378,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2849046
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,358 sq. ft.
World class living in Olympic Village! The suite is a RARE offering, situated perfectly as a corner unit to maximize views from all areas. Immaculately maintained by the original owner, step past the formal foyer you will be in awe at the stunning views this home offers. The living space is grand and open concept, fitting all your large furniture. Entertain guests or enjoy a cocktail at sunset on the massive patio all with the backdrop of False Creek, Downtown and North Shore Mountains. The kitchen has plenty of space with the focal point as the large island with waterfall counters. Enjoy California Closets in all bedrooms and house-like laundry room, A/C throughout the home. The suite also overlooks the future site of the 6 acre East Park, which will be enjoyed for generations. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Sussex - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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903 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE Condo for sale in "NAVIO at the Creek" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2850302
903 1678 PULLMAN PORTER Street Vancouver V6A 0H4
$2,360,000Residential Attached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2850302
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,384 sq. ft.
NAVIO at the Creek. Functional & Bright 2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom Corner home by CONCERT Properties w/ a Spacious West facing floor-plan to enjoy Sunsets, Water/Mountain/City Views. Desired floorplan w/ split bedroom layout & Features include; Bosch Elite appliances with Ceramic cook-top, Wall oven & separate Convection/Microwave oven, Custom Cabinetry with plenty of storage and pantry, NuHeat In-floor heating (ensuite), Hardwood flooring and Central AIR-CONDITIONING. Amenities include; Concierge, Gym and rooftop garden. Location places you within walking distance to Olympic Village, Shopping, Restaurants, Seawall and Transit. Homes comes with 2 Parking (side by side). More detailsListed by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd. - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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836 838 E 11TH Avenue in Vancouver: Mount Pleasant VE House for sale in "MT PLEASANT" (Vancouver East) : MLS®# R2868874
836 838 E 11TH Avenue Vancouver V5T 2E6
$2,300,000Residential Detached- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- R2868874
- Bedrooms:
- 6
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,678 sq. ft.
Amazing opportunity in Mt Pleasant! Perched on a fabulous block this 3-level character home offers all sorts of possibilities. Well maintained with significant mechanical upgrades the main home currently has 3 suites, but is easily converted back to single family with 3 bedrooms up. The main level has a charming 1 bed suite w/ high ceilings. The top floor has a spacious 1 bed suite w/ mountain views. Lower floor has a nice, newer 2 bed suite. Cool & versatile modern laneway features 2 bedrooms, 3 pc bath, kitchen, laundry + loft space. Sunny yard with 1 open parking, 3 HW tanks, updated plumbing & wiring. 33x122 lot in a super convenient & sought after community. This solid revenue property is a short stroll to schools, parks, new Broadway Line & more. So much potential here. Come see! More detailsListed by Stilhavn Real Estate Services - Aedis Realty
- 604-688-8669
- 604-657-1111
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