Benicia, CA Real Estate

Median Income $69,927

Median Age 35.51

Population 14,317

	Median Temperature
	January	HI 56°	LO 39°	July	HI 82°	LO 54°

	School Test Scores
	Elementary: Beverly Hills Canyon Oaks Cave Cooper Donaldson Way Federal Terrace Glen Cove Highland Joe Henderson Lincoln Loma Vista Mare Island Mary Farmar Matthew Turner Mini Napa Junction Patterson Pennycook Robert Semple Steffan Manor Vallejo Charter Wardlaw Widenmann		Middle: American Canyon Benicia Franklin Solano Springstowne Vallejo		High: Benicia Hogan Senior Jesse Bethel Liberty Continuation Mare Island Tech Academy Peoples Vallejo Community Day Vallejo
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If you are looking to buy a home in Benicia, you should note that it is an exceptionally family-oriented city. According to the City of Benicia's website: "Benicia is known for it's small town charm, history and high quality of life. The last San Francisco Chronicle newspaper survey of Bay Area communities named Benicia the #1 Place to Raise a Family."

This quaint 28,000 person town on the San Francisco Bay has an active marina, excellent schools, wonderful parks, and one of the lowest crime rates in the country. Benicia is an attractive real estate investment for a number of people, but especially families with school-aged children. Chances are, perspective homebuyers in Benicia are looking at the quality of the school system, too. According to SchoolMatch, Inc., the Benicia school district is ranked in the top 15% of all school districts nationwide. This ranking and the excellent reputation of the schools is fueled by a wide variety of classes, passionate teachers, and a strong and supportive community.

Home sales in Benicia are on the rise, only making the town more attractive to future homeowners looking to invest in a great city. Benicia is a nice place to work, and puts you near all of the Bay Area attractions such as the ocean, big cities, technology hubs, skiing, and wine tasting.

In October 2007, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in Benicia, CA was $491,280. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.

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