Experience really breathtaking panoramic water views of the Carquinez Strait, capturing downtown Benicia, Mt. Diablo, and the iconic Carquinez Bridge stretching westward. Ideally positioned just moments from downtown dining, shopping, and waterfront amenities, this custom residence blends location, views, and refined comfort. Abundant natural light highlights the updated kitchen with quartz countertops, while the lower level offers a secondary kitchenette complete with microwave and refrigerator perfect for hosting, entertaining, or creating a private lounge space. The home showcases a curated mix of hardwood flooring, laminate stairways, tile on the ground level, and upstairs a striking marble & granite-accented fireplace. Seamless indoor-outdoor living is achieved with a south- and west-facing deck ideal for sunset views, along with a spacious patio designed for outdoor entertaining and recreation. A three-car garage provides exceptional storage and includes a 220V outlet ready for EV charging. The low-maintenance yard ensures effortless ownership.
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$1,240,000
1491 Karen Drive, Benicia, CA 94510
5beds
3,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
8,624 Square Feet Lot
$1,246,300 Zestimate®
$354/sqft
$4,815 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,246,300
$1.12M - $1.38M
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Striking granite-accented fireplaceLow-maintenance yardAbundant natural light
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Listed by:
Andrew Urban DRE #01752023 707-738-7545,
Keller Williams Realty-East Ba 925-934-2900,
Rachel A Brown DRE #01754847 707-477-0771,
Keller Williams Realty-East Ba
Bought with:
Gaul Culley, DRE #02045974
KW Vaca Valley
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326013911
Originating MLS: Southern Solano County
Originating MLS: Southern Solano CountyFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office, Studio
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Closet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Window
Bathroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached
- Level: Lower,Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dual Fuel, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Dual Pane Full
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,500
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, See Remarks
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Rear Porch, Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Built-In Barbeque
- Fencing: Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Downtown, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Mt Diablo, Panoramic, Ridge, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 8,624 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
Details
- Parcel number: 0087043140
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, See Remarks
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Benicia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $354/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $950,052
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $1,240,000-2.7%$354/sqft |
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| 4/3/2026 | Pending sale | $1,275,000$364/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000$364/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $1,275,000$364/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+64.5%$364/sqft |
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| 2/18/2015 | Sold | $775,000-3%$221/sqft |
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| 11/7/2014 | Pending sale | $799,000$228/sqft |
Source: Jordan Real Estate Inc #21423732 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $799,000+145.8%$228/sqft |
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| 11/18/2011 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
Source: Delgado Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,695 |
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| 11/30/2001 | Sold | $325,000$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $950,052 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,707 -1.1% | $931,424 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,829 +2.5% | $913,162 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,567 +1.9% | $895,257 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,369 +2.1% | $877,704 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,156 +1.4% | $860,495 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,020 +1.8% | $851,673 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,845 +2.6% | $834,975 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,592 +2.4% | $818,604 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,368 -0.9% | $802,554 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,454 +83.4% | $786,818 +83.2% |
| 2015 | $5,154 +2.9% | $429,597 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,008 | $421,183 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $419,280 +3.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $405,759 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $397,803 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $394,830 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $395,768 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $388,008 +4.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $372,500 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $365,196 +3.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $352,643 +4.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $337,689 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $331,500 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $325,000 +69.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $191,585 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,021 | $187,829 |
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Neighborhood: 94510
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