Pleasant Hills, MD

- Elevation
- 399 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Pleasant Hills is a small, quiet community in southwestern Harford County, sitting right along the scenic border of Little Gunpowder Falls. Home to around 4,000 people, the area has a relaxed, semi-rural feel with generous lot sizes and mature trees. If you are browsing home listings, keep in mind that local properties often use Fallston or Kingsville mailing addresses because Pleasant Hills does not have its own post office.
Location is one of the biggest perks for residents here. U.S. Route 1 runs directly through the area, putting the shopping, dining, and schools of Bel Air only four miles up the road. For commuters, Route 152 provides a straight shot to Interstate 95, and downtown Baltimore is roughly an 18-mile drive to the southwest. It offers a comfortable balance of peaceful residential living and quick access to major travel routes across the region.
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