Solano County
Benicia
A walkable waterfront at a Solano County price
Overview
Benicia, a historic former California state capital on the Carquinez Strait in Solano County, pairs a walkable waterfront downtown with some of the more affordable entry points on this list, especially for condos and townhomes.
Typical home price
$800K
Condo / townhome price
$572K
Starter home price
Data coming soon
Typical HOA
Data coming soon
Commute & access
Typical drive and transit times to common Bay Area destinations.
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 45–70 min | Limited (nearest ferry is in Vallejo) |
| Oakland | 35–50 min | Limited |
| Sacramento | 50–65 min | Limited |
Schools
Top-rated campuses serving this city, by district. See the full School Ratings Finder for every campus and filter.
| School | District | Level | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benicia High School | Benicia Unified School District (BUSD) | high | A |
| Benicia Middle School | Benicia Unified School District (BUSD) | middle | A- |
Pros
- Some of the more affordable condo and townhome prices on this list
- Walkable waterfront historic downtown
- Quieter, small-city feel with Carquinez Strait views
Cons
- Mostly car-dependent; nearest ferry and rail options are in Vallejo and Martinez
- Smaller local job market
- Fewer condo/townhome options than larger neighbors
Nearby alternatives
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