296 1st St, Benicia, CA 94510
OFF MARKET

$992,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,704 sqft

296 1st St, Benicia, CA 94510

Est. Refi. Payment $6,137/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 15, 2023 for $1,129,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$992K
Since last month
Decreased$28K (-2.7%)
Since last year
Decreased$11K (-1.1%)
Since last sale
Decreased$135K (-11.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +84% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$994K
August 2026$992K
July 2026$1.02M
June 2026$1.01M
May 2026$1M
April 2026$1M
March 2026$983K
February 2026$997K
January 2026$981K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
397 E 2nd Street, Benicia, CA
0.10
Condo
$711,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
1,544
460 E 2nd Street, Benicia, CA
0.18
Condo
$600,000
08/21/26
3
2.5
1,442
258 E E St, Benicia, CA
0.23
Condo
$610,000
03/03/26
3
2.5
1,434
232 E 2nd Street, Benicia, CA
0.17
Condo
$799,000
08/07/26
2
2
1,190
476 E East St, Benicia, CA
0.46
Condo
$650,000
03/16/26
3
3
1,442
485 E 5th Street, Benicia, CA
0.51
Condo
$600,000
02/13/26
3
2.5
1,434

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
228 1st St, Benicia, CA 94510
0.04
$890,000
3
2
1,807
For Sale
245 Marina Village Rd, Benicia, CA 94510
0.03
$772,600
3
2
1,756
Off Market
251 Marina Village Rd, Benicia, CA 94510
0.03
$746,300
3
2.5
1,787
Off Market
109 E B St, Benicia, CA 94510
0.06
$917,700
3
2
1,688
Off Market
257 Marina Village Way, Benicia, CA 94510
0.02
$884,500
3
2.5
1,735
Off Market
266 1st Street, Benicia, CA 94510
0.01
$930,300
3
2
1,761
Off Market
266 Marina Village Way, Benicia, CA 94510
0.04
$697,200
3
2.5
1,544
Off Market
130 W C Street, Benicia, CA 94510
0.04
$1,349,000
3
2.5
1,945
For Sale
305 Marina Village Road, Benicia, CA 94510
0.02
$715,100
4
2.5
1,782
Off Market
230 Marina Village Way, Benicia, CA 94510
0.06
$622,300
2
2.5
1,370
Off Market
314 Marina Village Way, Benicia, CA 94510
0.04
$780,600
3
2.5
1,743
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 296 1st St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Condo
Built in 2005
1,704 sqft
$582/sqft
Garage
HOA $450/mo

About this House

Discover the essence of urban living in this historic and vibrant downtown of Benicia, California. Located on First Street, this multi-use penthouse-style condo offers the perfect blend of modern amenities and a prime location. Immerse yourself in the gastronomic delights, live music, and thriving nightlife, waterfront restaurants and marina just steps away. Explore the local farmers' markets, indulge in festivals and fairs, and be captivated by the parades that grace the streets throughout the year. With exceptional walkability, you can easily access all the attractions. Enjoy breathtaking water views of the Carquinez bridge as you walk out your front door and in certain times of the year from your wrap-around balcony facing First Street. The updated kitchen boasts elegant granite countertops, while the hardwood floors gracefully flow throughout the multi level 1704 sqft condo that provides an ample space for comfortable living and entertaining. Additionally, a versatile 3rd bedroom/bonus room on the ground level offers endless possibilities, also serving as a potential storefront for your business. Embrace the charm, beauty, and convenience of this extraordinary penthouse-style condo in the heart of Benicia. Welcome to 296 1st street! *Public records states 2 bedrooms*
296 1st St, Benicia, CA 94510 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,704 sqft condo built in 2005. It last sold for the $1,129,000 asking price on Sep 15, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $992,400, with a rent estimate of $3,507/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Khristian Avelar DRE #01956484, (925) 381-4785
Real Broker
Bought with: Julie Georgiou DRE #01043977, (925) 200-8246, Better Homes And Gardens Rp
Source: CCAR, MLS#41035477

Home Details for 296 1st St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (partial): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1704 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Range
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreFloors: Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Carquinez, Marina, Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: CondominiumArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 0080400200

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,129,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: BeniciaCommunity: Down Town

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1704 Square Feet

Community

Units in Building: 40

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: OtherHOA Name: NOT LISTEDHas an HOAHOA Fee: $450/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 871.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41035477Water ViewWater View: Marina, Water

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Other

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2023
Source: CCAR #41035477
Sold
$1,129,000
Aug 19, 2023
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41035477
Pending
$1,129,000
Aug 10, 2023
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41035477
Listed For Sale
$1,129,000
Mar 30, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$649,000
Oct 8, 2010
Source: N/A
Sold
$396,000

Market trends in Benicia

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$814K
$60.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$442
$7MoM
Available listings
103
1MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Benicia

At least 237 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % 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

  • 64 % 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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Frequently asked questions about 296 1st St

  • What is 296 1st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 296 1st St in Benicia, CA is $992,400.
  • What is the price history for 296 1st St?
    296 1st St in Benicia, CA last sold for $1,129,000 in September 2023.
  • Is Benicia a buyer's or seller's market?
    Benicia is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Benicia?
    The median sale price in Benicia is $814K. That is up $60.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 296 1st St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 296 1st St in Benicia, CA has air conditioning.

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