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Benicia
A small waterfront city with First Street charm, top schools, and Carquinez Strait views.
Median
$720,000
The numbers
Median Price
$720,000
Median Sqft
1,700
$/Sqft
$423
Walk Score
49
The vibe
A genuine small-town feel inside the Bay Area. Waterfront downtown, arts community, sailing, and consistently strong schools.
Who loves it
Buyers wanting a small-town atmosphere with strong schools, less than 45 minutes from SF on a clear morning.
What it isn't
BART-served. Closest BART is North Concord, 25 minutes by car.
Schools
- Robert Semple Elementary8/10
- Benicia HS8/10
Highlights
- ✦First Street historic downtown
- ✦Benicia State Park
- ✦Glen Cove Marina
- ✦Carquinez Strait access
Insider note from Roger
Southampton area has the consistent appreciation. Glen Cove (waterfront) is the lifestyle play but smaller market.
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18 years of East Bay data
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