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Explore Mt. Pleasant Like a Local<\/h1>\n

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Historic Mount Pleasant is one of Washington, D.C.'s most cherished neighborhoods. Residents and visitors alike adore its quiet, eclectic character, diverse community, emphasis on local business, and convenient-to-everything central location in the city's northwest quadrant. It's just a 10-minute walk from bustling Columbia Heights and offers easy access to downtown, but still offers an authentic small-town feel. <\/p>\n

With a fascinating history<\/a> that includes beginning as farmland just outside the metropolis, becoming DC's first official streetcar suburb, and being racially segregated in the 1950s and 60s, Mount Pleasant is proud to be one of the Capital's most diverse neighborhoods. This is reflected in the rehabbed Colonial Era row houses and mansions, as well as the numerous ethnic restaurants and funky niche shops.<\/p>\n

If you're considering moving to Mount Pleasant, you'll enjoy a lifestyle that has a peaceful suburban feel blended with the vibrancy and excitement of urban living. To fully enjoy all of Mount Pleasant's charms, you have to live — and shop and eat — like a local.<\/p>\n

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4) Go for a Stroll in Rock Creek Park<\/p>\n

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One of the things residents love most about the neighborhood is its proximity to Rock Creek Park. If you’re a lover of the outdoors, a cyclist, or a pet owner, you’ll love this national park.<\/p>\n

The park features plenty of hiking, running, and cycling trails with gorgeous views of the Potomac River and Falls, a planetarium, picnic areas, and more. For many DC residents, it provides a welcome respite from city life offering beautiful greenery, wildlife, and a clean and well-kept place for urban dwellers to truly enjoy the outdoors.<\/p>\n

On Sunday’s the close Beach Dr. to vehicle traffic, allowing pedestrians and cyclists to take full advantage of the scenic roadway.<\/p>\n

5) Support Local Business<\/h2>\n

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Mt. Pleasant is the perfect place to call home for those that value being able to do business with friendly local providers. The neighborhood’s affinity for local providers is one of its most beloved qualities as residents can support local retailers while getting that special “small town” level of service that has become so rare.<\/p>\n

Here are just a few of the local shops in Mt. Pleasant that residents love to visit.<\/p>\n

Frugalista<\/h3>\n

Frugalista is a local thrift shop with an inventory of incredible deals on second-hand men and women’s clothing. With frequent promotions and sales, residents looking to get great deals on name-brand clothing love this neighborhood gem. If you need to restock your wardrobe without breaking the bank, we encourage you to check this place out.<\/p>\n

Old School Hardware<\/h3>\n

You might think it’s odd for a hardware store to make a “things to do” list, but Mt. Pleasant’s Old School Hardware<\/a> represents everything the neighborhood loves about its business community.<\/p>\n

Offering everything from apartment and patio furniture to tools and home improvement supplies, swing by for all your hardware needs and enjoy a neighborly atmosphere, renown customer service, and knowledgeable staff you can count on.<\/p>\n

Moving to Mount Pleasant?<\/h2>\n

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If you are moving to Mount Pleasant, you have a lot to look forward to. Of course, we couldn’t possibly list everything we love about the neighborhood in one article.<\/p>\n

As a community filled with fun and interesting places, fantastic dining, and community-driven events and businesses, we’ve only scratched the surface of everything the neighborhood offers its residents. For a more in-depth look at what life is like in Mt. Pleasant and a list of local resources, check out the Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Guide!<\/p>\n

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Explore Mt. Pleasant Like a Local Historic Mount Pleasant is one of Washington, D.C.'s most cherished neighborhoods. Residents and visitors alike adore its quiet, eclectic character, diverse community, emphasis on local business, and convenient-to-everything central location in the city's northwest quadrant. It's just a 10-minute walk from bustling Columbia Heights and offers easy access to… <\/p>\n

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