"Weirdness is not my game. I'm just a square boy from Wisconsin." (- Willem Dafoe)
Mount Pleasant is a village in Racine County that rests 30 miles to the south of Milwaukee in Wisconsin. Home to about 26,000 people as of 2010, Mount Pleasant is currently one of the fastest developing communities situated along the western shore of Lake Michigan. The true beauty and draw of this area is its peaceful and relaxing small town feel. And coupled with all that peace and quiet is big-city access: It's nestled between two thriving metropolises, with Milwaukee 30 miles to the north and Chicago just across the state line, 60 miles to the south, in Illinois.
When you begin looking for a rental in Mount Pleasant, your best bet is to find a broker or an agent who is familiar with the area and can help you find exactly what you want without having to drive the streets in person
"Weirdness is not my game. I'm just a square boy from Wisconsin." (- Willem Dafoe)
Mount Pleasant is a village in Racine County that rests 30 miles to the south of Milwaukee in Wisconsin. Home to about 26,000 people as of 2010, Mount Pleasant is currently one of the fastest developing communities situated along the western shore of Lake Michigan. The true beauty and draw of this area is its peaceful and relaxing small town feel. And coupled with all that peace and quiet is big-city access: It's nestled between two thriving metropolises, with Milwaukee 30 miles to the north and Chicago just across the state line, 60 miles to the south, in Illinois.
Preparing to Move to Mount Pleasant
When you begin looking for a rental in Mount Pleasant, your best bet is to find a broker or an agent who is familiar with the area and can help you find exactly what you want without having to drive the streets in person. The best time of year to begin looking is in the spring, after the winter thaw has set in and melted off the city-paralyzing snow and ice. Moving is difficult enough; there's no need to go slipping and sliding all over the place as you haul furniture from a moving van to your new home.
Neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant
What your life is like, and how much you pay, will vary depending on where in Mount Pleasant you live. Here are a few Mount Pleasant neighborhoods to check out:
N Emmertsen Rd & Spring St: One of the more enviable neighborhoods to live in, this area boasts spacious single family homes, large condos, and beautiful row houses. It's favored by professionals, executives, and urban sophisticates for its quiet, hip, and trendy vibe. $$$$
Village Center: This neighborhood is every person's neighborhood. Just blocks from Lake Michigan, passing either Sanders or Washington Park as you head toward the shore, this is a place to settle for those who love being outside, weather-permitting of course! $$
Taylor Ave & Meachem Rd: In the Sanders Park area, the Danish and Norwegian ancestry is evident in the details etched into the homes and buildings, adding charm and intricacy that draws out the art lover in all of us. Close enough to Lake Michigan for the fresh lake air to tickle your nose, the prices for rent in this neighborhood are well worth dealing with winters in Wisconsin! $$
Living in Mount Pleasant
Most Mount Pleasant residents drive their own vehicles to get to and from work, but other brave souls do ride their bikes or motorcycles or opt for public transportation, which runs often and on time. Keep in mind, though, that this is Wisconsin, and winter here is serious business! Having your own vehicle, complete with an amazing heating system (heated seats can be the thing that get you out of bed in the morning), is an absolute bonus!
