These Are the Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Palm Springs

Luxury resorts, pampering spas, mineral hot springs, premium golf courses, and mid-century modern architecture—Palm Springs truly is a modern-day paradise. The majestic desert city is home to the best golf courses in Southern California, the desert wedding venues of your dreams, and top-rated hotels that’ll make you crave a staycation. 

Living in Palm Springs is synonymous with “style” and “prestige.” Considered one of the best places to live in SoCal, the desert oasis has a number of extravagant neighborhoods that showcase the luxurious lifestyle. Whether you’re house hunting or merely checking out the area, here are the most expensive neighborhoods in Palm Springs.

The most expensive neighborhoods in Palm Springs

Chino Canyon

Median home price: $757,500

What makes Chino Canyon so breathtaking are its towering palm trees and peach-colored villas that blend into the beautiful desert backdrop. This Palm Springs neighborhood stands on a colossal boulder-strewn hillside with sweeping views of the entire valley floor below. Chino Canyon is also minutes away from the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and is home to many examples of quintessential Eichler houses that symbolize the Palm Springs lifestyle—the mid-century modern houses complement and harmonize with the valley landscape while offering tranquility and privacy to residents. Notable figures such as Elvis Presley, Howard Hughes, and President John F. Kennedy have all owned homes in this neighborhood. 

Araby Cove

Median home price: $758,741

There are 81 lavish homes that comprise Araby Cove, one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Palm Springs. Located in the southeast section of the desert city, Araby Cove is generally regarded as a laid-back, bohemian neighborhood with dazzling views of the surrounding mountains. Houses here date back to the 20s, 30s, and 40s—some are cabin-like homes, while others are examples of contemporary, ranch-style, and Spanish-style architecture. Residents take advantage of the large lot sizes and add in-ground pools to their estate. Hollywood icon Steve McQueen, a.k.a. "The King of Cool," once called Araby Cove his home. 

Historic Tennis CLub

Median home price: $1,030,503

One of the oldest neighborhoods of Palm Springs is the Historic Tennis Club. Featuring 11 tennis courts, this neighborhood consists of 250 single-family homes and townhomes as well as 25 condo units. The Historic Tennis Club was founded in 1937—back in the day, the club's original round swimming pool was the most photographed pool in the world. The most prominent building in the Historic Tennis Club neighborhood is the classic Spanish-style O’Donnell House, a 4,200 square-foot home that now operates as an events venue. 

Deepwell Estates

Median home price: $1,058,614

Deepwell Estates is another coveted Palm Springs neighborhood featuring 360 mid-century modern, desert ranch, Spanish-style, and (most recently) eco-friendly homes. Most of the houses were built from the 1950s through 2013 and boast scenic views of Mount San Jacinto; the neighborhood also offers a number of boldly hued boutique hotels with retro vibes. Sixties movie star Tippi Hedren and the "King of Comedy" Jerry Lewis once called this place their home. Another fun fact: Deepwell Estates got its name after scientist Henry Person dug a 630-foot well in the area. It continues being one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Palm Springs.

Parc Andreas

Median home price: $1,067,500

Parc Andreas consists of 144 homes, each more luxurious than the other. Located in South Palm Springs, the neighborhood was specifically built here to be surrounded by 360-degree mountain views. Most of the homes were custom-built in the 80s in a desert contemporary style. As one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Palm Springs, Parc Andreas offers two private tennis courts and numerous paths for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Although it’s a relatively small gated community, Parc Andreas remains one of the most desirable places to live in SoCal. 

The Mesa

Median home price: $1,182,402

The Mesa is the residential hideaway of your dreams—an eclectic collection of incredible architectural styles is set against a breathtaking mountain backdrop. Butterfly-style buildings, Spanish colonial villas, adobe, mid-century modern, and Santa Fe-style homes make The Mesa one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Palm Springs. Although strictly a residential neighborhood, The Mesa is home to the Moorten Botanical Garden, an exciting and unique spot in Palm Springs. This neighborhood is also a nature lover’s paradise; with natural streams, rugged peaks, and uneven terrain, The Mesa is the definition of a hillside lifestyle.

the Movie Colony

Median home price: $1,421,535

Back in the day, Hollywood stars resided in the Movie Colony, one of the most sought-after areas in Southern California—the neighborhood got its name because many famous actors owned homes here between the 30s and 60s. The Movie Colony in Palm Springs boasts fantastic mountain views and thick palm trees that complement the Spanish Colonial Revival and mid-century modern houses. If you ever hear someone talking about the Twin Palms neighborhood in Palm Springs, they’re referencing the Frank Sinatra House in Movie Colony. The house became an early emblematic example of the desert modernism style. 

Andreas Hills

Median home price: $1,513,264

Andreas Hills is often referred to as the "Bel Air of Palm Springs'' since it’s the most exclusive, prestigious, and scenic neighborhood in the desert city. Boasting incredible views of Mount San Jacinto, Andreas Hills has a wide array of homes in different architectural styles. Tuscan- and Spanish-style villas alongside contemporary, extravagant condos complement the undulating hills in the background. If you’re still asking yourself where to live in Palm Springs, the answer is right in front of you. 

Vista las palmas 

Median home price: $1,686,153

In the 1950s, Vista Las Palmas was a retreat for Hollywood celebrities. The Palm Springs neighborhood consists of 400 delightful houses, which are mostly Eichler-style homes. The crisp, dry desert climate and the soaring mountains complement the houses and create inviting indoor-outdoor spaces. Famous residents of Vista Las Palmas include Singin’ in the Rain star Debbie Reynolds, the effortlessly charismatic Dean Martin, and the blonde bombshell Marilyn Monroe.

Old Las Palmas

Median home price: $1,865,009

As for the most expensive neighborhood in Palm Springs, Old Las Palmas is undeniably the most glamorous residential area. Featuring 300 historic and architecturally significant luxury homes, Old Las Palmas houses the most celebrity homes in the desert city—Leonardo DiCaprio, Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Judy Garland, and Elizabeth Taylor just a few of the many stars with properties here. Don’t be surprised when you find out that most of the ranch, Eichler, and Spanish Colonial-style homes have Olympic-sized pools with immaculate landscaping. After all, it is the most expensive neighborhood in Palm Springs.