936 E 3rd Street, Benicia, CA 94510
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936 E 3rd Street
Benicia, CA 94510

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,844 sqft

$735,000

Est. Mortgage $4,488/mo*

$735,000

Est. Mortgage $4,488/mo*
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,844 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Description

Discover this beautifully remodeled downtown Benicia home on a desirable corner lot, blending timeless cottage charm with modern upgrades. Featuring 3 bedrooms plus an office, 1 and a half bathrooms (beautifully remodeled), fresh interior and exterior paint, and abundant natural light, this turnkey property is move-in ready and designed for comfortable living. The inviting interior features an open, airy feel with abundant natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The updated kitchen and bathrooms blend contemporary finishes with classic character, while the convenient indoor laundry room adds everyday functionality. Step outside and discover your own private retreat. The park-like landscaping surrounds multiple levels of expansive decks, providing the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying Benicia's beautiful weather. A large gravel driveway offers ample parking, and the attached workshop provides endless possibilities for hobbies, storage, or creative space. Located in the heart of downtown Benicia, you'll enjoy unparalleled access to the community's best amenities. Just moments away are the city pool, baseball fields, charming restaurants, coffee shops, boutique shopping, live entertainment venues, local art studios and galleries, and the beloved weekly farmer's market. This exceptional property offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and lifestyle in one of Benicia's most sought-after neighborhoods. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey home that truly captures the essence of downtown Benicia living. Imagine starting your mornings with a stroll to a favorite cafe, spending afternoons browsing local boutiques and waterfront parks, and enjoying evenings filled with live music, dining, and breathtaking sunsets over the Carquinez Strait. The vibrant, walkable community atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and welcoming small-town charm create a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and connected. Combining modern updates, cottage-inspired charm, and an unbeatable location, this home offers the chance to experience the very best of Benicia every day.
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Home Highlights

Parking
0 Open Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$399
Listed
23 days ago

Home Details for 936 E 3rd Street

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1844 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available, Public, Sewer In & ConnectedAppliances: Dryer, WasherDryerLaundry: Inside AreaWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Multi/Split
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: No Garage,RV Access/Parking,RV Possible,Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 23

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Detached
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0089061020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $735,000Price Per Sqft: $399
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Benicia

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 326051505

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1844 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Southern Solano CountyNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Documents

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Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 326051505Listing Url
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Eric Hoglund DRE #01420325, (707) 246-2942
Estey Real Estate, (707) 745-0924
Originating MLS: Southern Solano County
Source: BAREIS, MLS#326051505
Also Listed on BAREIS.

Market trends in Benicia

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$765K
$6.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$421
$21
MoM
Available listings
100
25
MoM

Price History for 936 E 3rd Street

DatePriceEventSource
06/18/2026$735,000PendingBAREIS #326051505
06/12/2026$735,000Listed For SaleBAREIS #326051505
03/29/1989$136,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,965
Assessment$255,211
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 936 E 3rd Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.09
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$945,000
08/22/25
3
2
1,444
0.09
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$570,000
09/09/25
3
2
820
0.22
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$580,000
06/05/26
4
1
1,836
0.22
Single-Family Home
$720,000
10/27/25
4
2
1,360
0.25
Single-Family Home
$679,000
08/04/25
3
2
1,008
0.35
Single-Family Home
$820,000
02/23/26
3
2
1,751
0.31
Single-Family Home
$945,000
07/18/25
3
2
1,965
0.39
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$425,000
06/26/26
3
1
1,608

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Assigned Schools

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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. "
  • linda.j.michels
    "Fairly quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Good mix of longtime residents and new families. "
  • 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 "
  • 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. "
  • 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 "
  • 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!! "
  • 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!"
  • Ginger
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. lots of barking sometimes. most people clean up after their dogs. "
  • Ginger
    "The downtown 1st street area is beautiful with lots of great restaurants and cute "wine walk" events."
  • 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"
  • 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! "
  • Alycia Q.
    "Easy access to freeways. Some traffic jams during commute times. One freeway in and one freeway out. "
  • Bruce A.
    "Good neighborhood. Quiet. Low crime. Safe. Well maintained. Good schools. Close to freeways. Quaint downtown. "
  • Christy
    "I love Benicia what I want my son and daughter to grow up anywhere else great people safe neighborhoods everybody's friendly"
  • 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. "
  • 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. "
  • 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"
  • Lydia
    "Great schools, nice waterfront community, and safe neighborhoods. There isn’t much crime compared to other cities. "
  • Lourdes.devigal
    "Upper middle class residential neighborhood where neighbors greet each other as we go about our day to day lives. "
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • 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. "
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • 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 "
  • Clm22401
    "Our neighborhood is very quiet and friendly. We love the total feeling of community in Benicia. We look out for each other too "
  • Eric K.
    "Dog lovers would love it here. Plenty of parks and trails to navigate and the downtown is dog friendly too. "
  • Justine Q.
    "Great schools and quiet neighborhood! I have loved living here. Little community with lots of city programs and activities for kids."
  • Yvette S.
    "~ I work remote so I get to enjoy Benicia on my off time. Cute, little, three-exits only city in the cuts 😉"
  • 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."
  • Gerren M.
    "It’s a nice neighborhood and the sports league is great. It’s like a small town and almost everyone knows everyone "
  • 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. "
  • 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!"
  • Shannon
    "Great charming small town. People are very friendly. Close to water. Downtown is great....local shops, artsy community. Good restaurants and bars. "
  • 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"
  • 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!!!"
  • 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. "
  • 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"
  • Whiteldridge
    "Large amount of water access, eclectic architecture, supermellow vibe. Beautiful views of bucolic hills of Martinez and Porta Costa."
  • Bsn160
    "Great location and coffee shops. Only place semi affordable with water views. Neighbors are friendly. Yearly Christmas parties with progressive dinner. "

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Eric Hoglund, Estey Real Estate, (707) 745-0924
Agent Phone: (707) 246-2942
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936 E 3rd Street, Benicia, CA 94510 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,844 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by BAREIS on Jun 12, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 326051505.