Mission Hills Townhomes for Sale

Mission Hills in El Paso is a neighborhood that combines residential tranquility with proximity to urban amenities. Located at the foothills of the Franklin Mountains, it offers abundant outdoor recreation, including hiking trails like the Palisades Canyon Loop and Thousand Steps Trails, and the Crazy Cat rock climbing area. The University of Texas at El Paso is just a mile away, while downtown El Paso and the International Bridge are within 5 miles. The neighborhood features a mix of homes, apartments, condos, and townhouses, predominantly from the 1950s ranch-style to newer Spanish Mission-style builds. Mission Hills Park provides a serene environment with playgrounds, walking paths, and sports courts. The area is known for its higher household income and home prices above the El Paso average. Educational opportunities include Mesita Elementary School, Wiggs Middle School, and the highly-rated El Paso High School. North Mesa Street, the main thoroughfare, is lined with diverse dining options such as India Hut and Ruli’s International Kitchen, as well as bars like The Hoppy Monk. Retail options include unique shops like Fino’s Rainforest and Fig & Brie. Public transportation is accessible with Sun Metro bus stops along North Stanton Street and North Mesa Street. The neighborhood is within a mile of UTEP and 9 miles from El Paso International Airport via Interstate 10. However, potential buyers should be aware of the air quality issues due to the proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border.