294 San Benancio Rd #B, Salinas, CA 93908
Efficient Kitchen
Walk-in master closet
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 600 sqft

294 San Benancio Rd #B, Salinas, CA 93908

Home Highlights

Apartment
600 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Cozy Rustic Carriage House ADU in San Benancio Canyon

Headline:
600 Sq Ft Unit with Private Decks and Views, Utilities & Wi-Fi Included!

Property Description:
Escape to this 600-square-foot detached carriage house apartment, pleasantly perched on a scenic ridge, on the upper level over a garage. Located in the highly sought-after San Benancio Canyon area off San Benancio Road in Salinas, this unique cottage-style unit sits on a rural 2-acre property offering sweeping canyon views, tranquility, and charm. The unit shares the property with the owner-occupied main residence and a lower level rental unit.

The interior boasts rustic, efficient living, featuring vaulted natural wood ceilings anchored by heavy, rough-cut timber beams. A free-standing cast iron fireplace serves as the heart of the living space, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.

Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with private front and rear decks. Convenient, dedicated laundry hookups are located just outside the unit in an attached, covered shed.

Key Features & Amenities:
 Premium Architecture: Vaulted natural wood ceilings and exposed timber beams.
 Cozy Ambiance: Free-standing cast iron fireplace.
 Outdoor Spaces: Private front and rear decks with panoramic canyon views.
 Parking: 1 dedicated, off-street parking space in driveway.
 Privacy: Detached upper-level unit on beautiful rural acreage.
 Laundry: Protected hookups in an attached, covered shed (bring your own machines).

All-Inclusive Rent & Utility Fair-Use Clause:
 To simplify your monthly budgeting, the cost of well water, trash and recycling service, high-speed Wi-Fi, and electricity is fully included in the monthly rent rate.
 Utility Fair-Use Policy: Base utilities are covered for standard residential use. To ensure conservation on our shared well and electrical grid, the lease will include a fair-use cap. Excessively high consumption or use of heavy-draw appliances, electric vehicle charging, or portable AC units at peak hours may result in utility overage charges as outlined in the lease agreement.

Lease Terms & Screening Criteria:
 Monthly Rent: $2400
 Security Deposit: $2400
 Lease Duration: 6-month introductory term, automatically converting to standard 1-year lease
 Pet Policy: No pets / One small, house dog considered with monthly pet fee
 Smoking: Strictly non-smoking interior
 Minimum Screening Standards: Minimum credit score of 700. Verifiable gross income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent. All legal and verifiable sources of income are accepted. Applicants with non-traditional or tip-based income are welcome to verify earnings via 3 months of consecutive personal bank statements or their most recent tax returns.

Background check, credit screening, and rental history verification will be securely processed through Zillow Rental Manager.

All-inclusive rent (utilities included with a utility fair use clause). High-speed Wi-Fi included. Lease structure affords flexibility with first 6 months on month-to-month basis, then converts to 1-year fixed term. Strictly no smoking interior. Small house dog with approval and added monthly pet fee.
294 San Benancio Rd #B, Salinas, CA 93908 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 600 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2026 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 14, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,315/month.

Home Details for 294 San Benancio Rd #B

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Driveway Off Street, On Site

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Rental Market Trends in Salinas

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,315/mo
Average rent
$2.94K
$150MoM
Available listings
141
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What Locals Say about Salinas

At least 881 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "Very tranquil and private"
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  • Kimberly Campos
    "families stay in their homes and stay on for years, so it is a great neighborhood with low turnover."
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  • Gvpz78fd4y
    "I think dog owners would like all of the sidewalks spaces and parks where they can walk their dogs or let them play. "
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  • Cynthia Zavala
    "Other dog owners not picking up after their dogs. We also could use a dog park. Most of the homes in the area have big back yards so that’s good for the dogs."
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  • Regstar
    "Most neighbor hoods are still nice, if renters are present you can tell, Salinas has fabulous weather!"
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  • Clarissa Mcgee
    "I enjoy living in my area just wish the rent wasn’t so high here cause it’s a ok area but it has had some unsafe conditions "
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  • Regstar
    "Side walks are messed up from City planting trees that pushed up the sidewalks, lower Creekbridge has some repaired, but not Upper Creekbridge !"
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  • Hectorbaez82
    "This neighborhood is pretty quiet, good place to walk the dogs and a few parks for kids to enjoy, there is a farmers market on Saturdays downtown but overall it’s a great neighborhood "
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  • Clarissa Mcgee
    "I have loved living in my area I don’t have to go far to stores or school I feel very safe and love how all the kids get to play together out side "
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  • Trulia User
    "I live here and I enjoy living here. Wheather is very nice in this Serra Village area. We get hardly marine layers while nearby areas get marine layers often. "
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    "I have lived here for 3 years and I love the weather here. It hardly gets foggy in this area. Most of the time here, it is clear blue sky. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Issuing neighborhood newsletter and hand delivery to each house to notify what is going on in neighborhood "
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  • Cristye04
    "I often see people walking their dogs in this neighborhood. I would say it is a a nice area to walk your dog in. Just make sure to have your dog on a leash and carry a litter bag with your dog. "
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  • Sharontheis333
    "Main Street parades for various holidays/events and multiple “festivals” in old town Salinas streets. "
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  • Joyce B.
    "Not bad; live walking distance to the mall and commercial complex. Commute to work is also not bad. "
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  • Tom93912
    "Close to fire dept, lots of sirens. Concerts and football games at nearby stadium can get very loud. "
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  • Cindyvargas28068
    "There is a lot of fun stuff so yeah um l don’t know what else to write so I’m can l leave and the food here is soooooooooo good but we don’t have Chick-fil-A"
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  • Trulia User
    "many schools, very cute & quiet suburban neighborhoods, great parks all over, fresh produce at great prices like you'll never see anywhere else. Very temperate climate, lovely sun afternoons in summer never over 90 which is nice in my opinion & also never below 25 in winter so never too too cold which is also very nice. "
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  • Loretta D. W.
    "Be very careful and the sidewalks throughout the neighborhood is in very poor condition and will cause you to trip or fall."
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  • Normita A. M. R.
    "No sidewalks, but long roads for everyone to get some exercise.and run for miles and miles. Great place to have privacy."
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  • Gmcabaccang
    "I always see dogs and their owners walking around. It’s a nice neighborhood. There are a few parks around with huge fields that dogs could run through. "
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  • Hautebeautyguide
    "There are a ton of parks, good schools and great walks. Wish there were more places to take kids like museums or play groups. Hoping one opens soon. "
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  • Omar J. P.
    "It’s Walking distance to oldtown and salinas high school. There are Unique homes in the neighborhood. "
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  • Hautebeautyguide
    "Lots of parks a free space to run. Several local trails are off leash friendly. Waste removal bags are posted around in case you forget one. "
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  • Anabel C.
    "Not too bad, Decent traffic but could be a lot worse. Traveling at speed limit minimum most of the time "
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  • Iveth H.
    "nothing at the moment just school things.. the trick or treat on hallowen and sale cookies for school activities"
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  • Heather R.
    "It takes forever to get anywhere in Salinas. It’s an old town, much of which had been preserved for the sake of it being John Steinbeck’s hometown. This means narrow streets, minimal parking, and lots of congestion. There are only a few streets which connect “Old Town” to the newer developments... which calls for lots of traffic on those roads."
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  • Lily C. .
    "There’s tons of gang violence. It’s horrible. Over priced homes and homeless people everywhere. Only cool event is the rodeo I guess "
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  • Teachyabtch
    "There's usually something special going on in our neighborhood. We share experiences through raising children, family and work events, last but not least holiday celebrations. "
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  • Hcharlieson
    "It takes a long time to get anywhere. The most nearby shops are on super-congested Main St, and the major shopping stores are all the way across town. Planning your shopping trips for only one day in each week will minimize headaches and time stuck in traffic. "
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  • Niels A.
    "Buses irregular, unreliable. Anything not tied down is stolen. Very expensive and high crime. Leaving for good in 90 days."
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  • Michelle T.
    "My commute to work is 5 minutes. Traffic in the city is busy. Getting across town is slow at certain times of the day. "
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  • Michelle T.
    "Quick shot to work. The mall is 15 minutes away. Downtown 15 the other way! I drive but could easily bike "
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  • Luisa H.
    "We lived here for 3 years and have felt comfortable and secure. There has been occasional situations, hear sirens often, but if you mind your own business you'll be fine. The neighbors are awesome! "
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  • Theresa Marie
    "Schools are good all walking distance from each other and surrounding neighborhoods. 2 grocery stores close. As of lately an overwhelming presence of police when they could be on the other side of town where it needed. Borderline harassment when daughter walks our dog and police drive by and blind her by shining white lights at her. Unacceptable."
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  • Theresa Marie
    "My kids & I feel safe to walk at night. Never had problems with crime. Schools are very close to walk, stores not so much. Rent is very high for not very many features. Everywhere has a stove and Fridge."
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  • Bmadrigal831
    "Nothing special happens in my neighborhood but I wish people would come together for activities for the kids"
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  • Maria Lucas
    "I v have live here for 5 yrs and I like it here but I will love to meet some new people.............."
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  • Visionhomeinvest
    "I only like farmers markets. Not big on community events. I may attend food events as well that’s all however."
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  • Fromtheshepherd
    "We watch out for each other. Many of us use a neighborhood computer app to keep everyone safe or even to announce an upcoming community event."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,400
Jun 27, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400

Frequently asked questions about 294 San Benancio Rd #B

  • Is Salinas a buyer's or seller's market?
    Salinas is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Salinas?
    The median sale price in Salinas is $771K. That is down $4K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Salinas?
    Residents describe Salinas, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Salinas, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 294 San Benancio Rd #B?
    The closest schools to 294 San Benancio Rd #B in Salinas, CA are Salinas High School (rated 7/10), San Benancio Middle School (rated 8/10), Toro Park Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 294 San Benancio Rd #B have parking?
    Yes, 294 San Benancio Rd #B in Salinas, CA has on-site parking.

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