242 E 2nd St, Benicia, CA 94510
OFF MARKET

242 E 2nd St
Benicia, CA 94510

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,439 sqft

$548,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,340/mo*
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$548,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,340/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,439 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This two story townhouse style apartment is located on the water next to the picturesque Benicia Marina with views of the Carquinez Straight and Benicia Bridge. The corner apartment is located on the end of B Street and takes up the second and third floors of the townhouse. It is less than a five minute walk away from the Benicia downtown with restaurants, boutiques, shops, and nightlife and just down the street from the municipal swimming pool, bocce and tennis courts, public library, and grocery store.

The first floor includes the recently remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, an open plan living and dining area with doors to the main balcony, along with a half bath, washer and dryer, and office/third bedroom with access to the back patio.

Upstairs, there is a full bath, the second bedroom with access to an outdoor staircase down to the back patio, the master bedroom with a gas fireplace and magnificent views, and master bath with a dual vanity and separate toilet/shower room.

Parking includes a one car garage and one assigned spot in the complex parking lot as well as access to plenty of street parking.

Appliances include a washer and dryer, gas stove and oven, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher.

All utilities except electricity are include in the rent.

One small cat or dog is allowed, other pets negotiable.

water,sewer and trash are included - tenant pays for power only
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 15, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
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HOA
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Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 242 E 2nd St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Off Street, On Site

Price History for 242 E 2nd St

DatePriceEventSource
04/18/2025$3,850ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/07/2025$3,850Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/12/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/06/2023$3,600Listed For RentZillow Rentals
12/06/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
12/01/2021$3,200Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
03/03/2021ListingRemovedN/A
01/09/2020$3,090ListingRemovedN/A
12/09/2019$3,090Listed For RentN/A
10/20/2018$3,090ListingRemovedN/A
09/27/2018$3,090Listed For RentN/A
12/19/2013$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/26/2013$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/29/2012$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/09/2012$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,098
Assessment$439,610
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 242 E 2nd St

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Sold Date
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3,116
1201 Glen Cove Pkwy #1809, Vallejo, CA
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2
1,100
435 Grant St, Vallejo, CA
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$465,000
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1
786
478 Porter St, Vallejo, CA
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$645,000
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2
-
636 Ohio St, Vallejo, CA
6.82
Apartment
$655,000
04/06/26
3
1
1,100
1333 N Camino Alto #219, Vallejo, CA
7.60
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$191,500
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2
1,000
2428 Pleasant Hill Rd #5, Pleasant Hill, CA
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$420,000
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1333 N Camino Alto Rd #238, Vallejo, CA
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What Locals Say about Benicia

At least 236 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 68 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say there are community events

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  • Siddhantshahi
    "There is lots of parks and open spaces that are dog friendly. There is the Benicia state park, the waterfront at downtown, and walking trails around lake Herman to name a few. "
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  • linda.j.michels
    "Fairly quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Good mix of longtime residents and new families. "
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  • Forddancr
    "We’ve had a 4th of July block party for a few years that is about it. We have lived in the same house approximately 45 years. Most of the neighbors have been here many years like us. My brother and his family is across the street so it’s a pretty close knit group here we have known for many years "
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  • Tracyong18
    "Not bad but I work across the bridge so I have to pay bridge toll. Benicia is beautiful and very dog friendly. People are really nice here. "
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  • Scott.a.arjun
    "The public schools are pretty good. you would need to move to a much pricier place to get such value for your house purchase. the neighborhood is safe and relatively crime free. there is no violent crime as i know it. furthermore, neighbors look out for each other "
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  • Lourdes.devigal
    "We like the Tree Lighting ceremony in December when the locals walk up and down First Street, sampling cookies from all the stores and greeting each other!! "
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  • Angelajimenez138
    "Such a great small town feel and a great place to raise kids, the schools are great there are so many nice parks and even a small beach the kids can play at you can’t beat Benicia!"
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  • Ginger
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. lots of barking sometimes. most people clean up after their dogs. "
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  • Ginger
    "The downtown 1st street area is beautiful with lots of great restaurants and cute "wine walk" events."
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  • Marcy M.
    "I have lived here for 2 years and love it!! It’s so quaint and safe! The waterfront is so pretty - perfect for evening walks"
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  • Marcy P.
    "I’ve lived here for 2 years and just love it! So quaint with the water front and also so many great places to meet up with other locals and share a meal! "
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  • Alycia Q.
    "Easy access to freeways. Some traffic jams during commute times. One freeway in and one freeway out. "
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  • Bruce A.
    "Good neighborhood. Quiet. Low crime. Safe. Well maintained. Good schools. Close to freeways. Quaint downtown. "
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  • Christy
    "I love Benicia what I want my son and daughter to grow up anywhere else great people safe neighborhoods everybody's friendly"
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  • Lourdes.devigal
    "There’s always a ton of children in the neighborhood for Halloween. We hand out candy for three whole hours and there a good smattering of parents walking with them. "
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  • Don Z.
    "we have Great neighbors that are respectful of your space and watch out for each other The schools are very good The downtown area has lots of activities such as holiday parades, farmers markets and good restaurants. "
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  • Lourdes.devigal
    "People are always walking their dogs in the neighborhood. There’s a dog park at the Community Park near one of local elementary schools. This is a very dog friendly neighborhood"
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  • Lydia
    "Great schools, nice waterfront community, and safe neighborhoods. There isn’t much crime compared to other cities. "
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  • Lourdes.devigal
    "Upper middle class residential neighborhood where neighbors greet each other as we go about our day to day lives. "
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  • Don Z.
    "Benicia has great schools and a relatively low crime rate. The community has lots of public events such as Fairs, parades and other activities. "
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  • Charks50
    "You see tons of people walking their dogs in the area. It’s a very dog friendly city. Lots of parks for walking in the area. Possibly a fog park nearby -+ I don’t have a dog so not sure."
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  • LD_626
    "We often see people walking their dogs at all times of the day. we see plenty of dogs at the dog park as well. "
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  • Andrea
    "Andrea Lived here ten plus years. Family friendly town, were everyone knows everyone. You will never get me to move out of town. Still has that old home town charm and feel."
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  • Cj M.
    "Although Benicia is a safe city in general, it’s crucial for parents to still be vigilant with kids up to high school age. There are many folks from surrounding cities who come and have made Benicia a bit unsafe lately."
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  • Clm22401
    "We are a very friendly dog neighborhood. We have many neighbors that have dogs, as do we, that enjoy walking their dogs with no problem or issues "
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  • Clm22401
    "Our neighborhood is very quiet and friendly. We love the total feeling of community in Benicia. We look out for each other too "
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  • Eric K.
    "Dog lovers would love it here. Plenty of parks and trails to navigate and the downtown is dog friendly too. "
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  • Justine Q.
    "Great schools and quiet neighborhood! I have loved living here. Little community with lots of city programs and activities for kids."
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  • Yvette S.
    "~ I work remote so I get to enjoy Benicia on my off time. Cute, little, three-exits only city in the cuts 😉"
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  • Denea W.
    "Benicia is a wonderful little community with a big heart and lots of community involvement. Weather it's arts, antiques, yummy little restaurants, or beautiful parks, Benicia has it all."
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  • Gerren M.
    "It’s a nice neighborhood and the sports league is great. It’s like a small town and almost everyone knows everyone "
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  • Kristin D. M.
    "Bedroom community in decent commute distance to all the major cities. Best place to raise a family. Lots of “return” citizens, meaning they grew up here. They left and then they came back to raise their families. Really great town and community. "
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  • Ybarra_matthew
    "There’s something magical that called to us, as we came across the bridge, on a contra costa county exodus. The minute you arrive you know its home. It’s like you stole a town from a Hallmark movie!"
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  • Shannon
    "Great charming small town. People are very friendly. Close to water. Downtown is great....local shops, artsy community. Good restaurants and bars. "
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  • Jack v.
    "Via Ferry. Relaxing and very civil with wine in the evening, and Coffee and donuts in the morning. But at 1.5 hours each way - it makes for a long day"
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  • ctanks143
    "It's quiet, clean, and peaceful!!! I love my community and embrace the culture!!! We love going to the farmers market and getting great goodies!!! The restaurants are outstanding!!! And the people are great!!!"
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  • angied9999
    "store owners often have bowls of water in front of store for dogs. very dog friendly town outside seating in front of restaurants are dog friendly. "
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  • Scott a. a.
    "I've lived on my street for about 2 and a 1/2 to 3 years and I know them all pretty well. I regularly have them over for barbecues through the summer and we have block parties. We watched each other's houses and pets and kids"
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  • Whiteldridge
    "Large amount of water access, eclectic architecture, supermellow vibe. Beautiful views of bucolic hills of Martinez and Porta Costa."
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  • Bsn160
    "Great location and coffee shops. Only place semi affordable with water views. Neighbors are friendly. Yearly Christmas parties with progressive dinner. "
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242 E 2nd St, Benicia, CA 94510 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,439 sqft apartment. This property is not currently available for sale. The current Trulia Estimate for 242 E 2nd St is $548,100.