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Holley Snaith
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Last Modified: February 23, 2026

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Andreas Hills Neighborhood Guide

Desert Modernism at the Edge of the Mountains

🧭Generally defined as the area: South of East Palm Canyon Drive, north of Mesquite Avenue, stretching from Sunrise Way east toward Indian Canyon, tucked into the foothills with serious elevation changes

📌Widely recognized as the place for: hillside Alexander homes with postcard-level mountain views

👕You can spot an Andreas Hills local by: their casually referencing elevation like it’s a lifestyle choice

👍Move here if you want: architectural authenticity with a serious view payoff

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: daily uphill walks that double as unplanned workouts

The overall feel is: refined hillside living without the ego

Pros & Cons of Andreas Hills

Andreas Hills strengths (top 5)

SafetyOutdoor RecreationFamily FriendlyFitness OrientedBike Friendly

Andreas Hills tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifePeaceful & QuietAffordable Housing
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Andreas Hills Neighborhood DNA

design purists who want elevation and financial flexibility

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Some of the Andreas Hills hotspots include: Murray Canyon Trail, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Access, Andreas Canyon Trail, and Palm Canyon Trading Post.
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Moving to Andreas Hills - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Palm Springs or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Palm Springs guide for the big-picture view — or compare Andreas Hills against other parts of the city in our Palm Springs neighborhood guide.