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Listings in Benicia, CA

Welcome to Benicia, a historic waterfront city on the Carquinez Strait that briefly served as California's state capital and today anchors the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Benicia is a city in Solano County, California, set on the north bank of the Carquinez Strait in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1847, it holds a distinctive place in state history: Benicia served as California's capital for nearly thirteen months between 1853 and 1854, the third city to host the state government. The restored Benicia Capitol State Historic Park at First and G streets preserves that legacy in brick and column, and the city marks the western terminus of the first transcontinental railroad. In 1879 the Central Pacific Railroad ran a major railroad ferry across the strait from Benicia to Port Costa, a reminder of the city's early role in regional transportation. Roughly 27,000 residents live in Benicia, a population that has been measured at 27,131 by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2020. The city blends a working waterfront with a walkable downtown. The Downtown Historic District encompasses First Street's commercial core and its adjacent neighborhoods, carrying a mix of 19th- and early-20th-century architecture that conveys the city's early-settlement character. The Benicia Marina and the strait's shoreline frame much of the civic identity. Benicia appeals to households drawn to Bay Area access with a smaller-city, water-oriented feel. Waterfront parks, the marina, and a shoreline trail system anchor daily life, while the Benicia-Martinez Bridge and nearby Vallejo ferry terminal connect residents to the broader region. The city pairs Gold Rush-era character with the practical realities of North Bay and East Bay commuting, giving it a settled, historic atmosphere distinct from many neighboring Bay Area communities.

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Listings 100
Population 27,131
County Solano County
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Houses in Benicia, CA

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327 Steven Cir
$849,900
41146982
For Sale
327 Steven Cir Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 2052 sq ft
BHG Reliance Partners
167 El Bonito
$625,000
41145579
For Sale
167 El Bonito Benicia, CA 94510
2 Beds bathtub 1 Baths straighten 1092 sq ft
Y Realty
2092 Casa Grande St
$985,000
41141540
For Sale
2092 Casa Grande St Benicia, CA 94510
4 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 2406 sq ft
Bhhs Drysdale Properties
104 Gill Way
$799,000
41140990
For Sale
104 Gill Way Benicia, CA 94510
4 Beds bathtub 3 Baths straighten 2236 sq ft
RE/MAX Gold
316 E 2nd St.
$578,000
41140767
For Sale
316 E 2nd St. Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 1439 sq ft
Intero Real Estate Services
2279 Clearview Cir
$595,000
41137303
For Sale
2279 Clearview Cir Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 1530 sq ft
My Housing Wizard
228 1St St
$890,000
41135755
For Sale
228 1St St Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 1807 sq ft
Real Broker
2135 Via Alta
$744,000
41135546
For Sale
2135 Via Alta Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 1497 sq ft
Sequoia Real Estate
900 Cambridge Dr #31
$365,000
41134838
For Sale
900 Cambridge Dr #31 Benicia, CA 94510
2 Beds bathtub 1 Baths straighten 1087 sq ft
KINGSHIP REALTY GROUP
403 Gerald Court
$1,200,000
41116470
For Sale
403 Gerald Court Benicia, CA 94510
4 Beds bathtub 3 Baths straighten 2714 sq ft
BHHS Drysdale Properties

Condos & Apartments in Benicia, CA

apartmentMore condos
316 E 2nd St.
$578,000
41140767
For Sale
316 E 2nd St. Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 1439 sq ft
Intero Real Estate Services
2279 Clearview Cir
$595,000
41137303
For Sale
2279 Clearview Cir Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2.5 Baths straighten 1530 sq ft
My Housing Wizard
228 1St St
$890,000
41135755
For Sale
228 1St St Benicia, CA 94510
3 Beds bathtub 2 Baths straighten 1807 sq ft
Real Broker
900 Cambridge Dr #31
$365,000
41134838
For Sale
900 Cambridge Dr #31 Benicia, CA 94510
2 Beds bathtub 1 Baths straighten 1087 sq ft
KINGSHIP REALTY GROUP

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The Market at a Glance

How homes have been selling here over the last 90 days.

home_work New This Week 5
Went Under Contract 1
trending_down Price Reductions 0
payments Median Sale Price $800,000 +11.1%
square_foot Price per Sq Ft $449
schedule Avg Days on Market 4
sell Homes Sold 61
percent Sale-to-List Ratio 100.0%
inventory_2 Months of Inventory 4.5

Price & Sales History

Market data reflects closed sales over the last 90 days and is provided for informational purposes.

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327 Steven Cir For Sale
$849,900
327 Steven CirBenicia, CA 94510
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 2052 sqft
  • Built 1975
  • 41146982
BHG Reliance Partners
167 El Bonito For Sale
$625,000
167 El BonitoBenicia, CA 94510
  • 2 bd
  • 1 ba
  • 1092 sqft
  • Built 1943
  • 41145579
Y Realty
2092 Casa Grande St For Sale
$985,000
2092 Casa Grande StBenicia, CA 94510
  • 4 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 2406 sqft
  • Built 1978
  • 41141540
Bhhs Drysdale Properties
104 Gill Way For Sale
$799,000
104 Gill WayBenicia, CA 94510
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2236 sqft
  • Built 1972
  • 41140990
RE/MAX Gold
316 E 2nd St. For Sale
$578,000
316 E 2nd St.Benicia, CA 94510
  • 3 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 1439 sqft
  • Built 1984
  • 41140767
Intero Real Estate Services
2279 Clearview Cir For Sale
$595,000
2279 Clearview CirBenicia, CA 94510
  • 3 bd
  • 2.5 ba
  • 1530 sqft
  • Built 1983
  • 41137303
My Housing Wizard
228 1St St For Sale
$890,000
228 1St StBenicia, CA 94510
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 1807 sqft
  • Built 2005
  • 41135755
Real Broker
2135 Via Alta For Sale
$744,000
2135 Via AltaBenicia, CA 94510
  • 3 bd
  • 2 ba
  • 1497 sqft
  • Built 1969
  • 41135546
Sequoia Real Estate
900 Cambridge Dr #31 For Sale
$365,000
900 Cambridge Dr #31Benicia, CA 94510
  • 2 bd
  • 1 ba
  • 1087 sqft
  • Built 1984
  • 41134838
KINGSHIP REALTY GROUP
403 Gerald Court For Sale
$1,200,000
403 Gerald CourtBenicia, CA 94510
  • 4 bd
  • 3 ba
  • 2714 sqft
  • Built 1980
  • 41116470
BHHS Drysdale Properties
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About Benicia

Real Estate & Housing

Housing in Benicia reflects its history as an early California settlement. The Downtown Historic District contains Victorian and early-20th-century homes near the First Street commercial area, while mid-century and newer subdivisions spread across the West Side and Eastside. The waterfront holds a mix of older cottages and condominium buildings with views of the Carquinez Strait, and planned communities such as Harbor Walk sit close to the marina. Stock ranges from compact downtown lots to larger hillside parcels with strait and bridge views, giving buyers a wider architectural range than is typical of a single-era suburb.

Neighborhoods

Historic Downtown Benicia anchors the city with First Street shops and restaurants near the Capitol building. West Benicia and the West Side include established residential blocks, while East Benicia and the Eastside hold newer subdivisions and open parcels. The Benicia Marina and Harbor Walk area fronts the strait with waterfront and near-water homes, and Alvarez 9th Street Park and the First Street Green give the downtown a recreational edge. These districts sit close together, so residents share the same shoreline parks, trails, and commercial core across the city.

Lifestyle in Benicia

Life in Benicia centers on the waterfront and First Street. The downtown district holds independent restaurants, cafes, and shops in historic storefronts, and the Benicia Marina brings boating and paddling to the doorstep. Community events and the preserved Gold Rush-era streetscape give the city a small-town civic character within a major metro. The Benicia Capitol State Historic Park and Matthew Turner Shipyard Park tie recreation to local history, while the strait's views shape the rhythm of everyday life.

Schools & Education

Public schools are operated by the Benicia Unified School District, a separate entity from the city government, serving pre-kindergarten through adult education from its offices on East K Street. Benicia High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top-ranked high school. The district's schools draw families to Benicia as a self-contained alternative to larger neighboring districts in Solano and Contra Costa counties.

Getting Around

Benicia sits on Interstate 680 and the Benicia-Martinez Bridge, which crosses the Carquinez Strait to connect the North Bay with Contra Costa County and the East Bay. Commuters reach San Francisco via the Vallejo ferry terminal, nearby BART stations, or SolTrans bus service. The city's position at the strait also gives it rail and maritime heritage, with the former railroad ferry crossing underscoring its long role in the Bay Area's transportation network.

Parks & Recreation

The Benicia State Recreation Area offers roughly two and a half miles of paved paths for walking, biking, and skating along the strait, with picnicking, bird watching, and fishing. Alvarez 9th Street Park combines bay views with sand volleyball, a playground, and waterfront paths, while the First Street Green frames the downtown shoreline. Kayaking and paddleboarding launch from the waterfront, and Community Park's large slide is a local favorite for families.

About Benicia

Frequently asked questions

What county is Benicia in?

Benicia is in Solano County, California, on the north bank of the Carquinez Strait in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. It sits along Interstate 680 near the Benicia-Martinez Bridge.

What school district serves Benicia?

The Benicia Unified School District serves the city from pre-kindergarten through adult education. It operates independently of city government, and Benicia High School has been recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

Was Benicia ever the capital of California?

Yes. Benicia served as California's state capital for nearly thirteen months, from 1853 to 1854, making it the third city to hold that role. The Benicia Capitol State Historic Park at First and G streets preserves the building today.

How do people commute from Benicia to San Francisco?

Commuters typically use the Vallejo ferry, BART from nearby stations, or SolTrans bus service. Interstate 680 and the Benicia-Martinez Bridge also connect the city to Contra Costa County and the East Bay.

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