Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista, Benicia, CA
Is Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Benicia, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Median Home Price
$904,596
Average Rent
$3,187
Vacancy Rate
1.2%
Overview
Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista is a suburban neighborhood in Benicia, CA, with mostly medium to small single-family homes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
The housing supply is tight with a very low vacancy rate, reflecting strong demand and a uniform housing age profile.
SuburbanEstablished HomesLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Ferry Commute | 2.1% ride ferry to work |
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Housing market and real estate character
Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista features mostly owner-occupied homes built primarily between 1970 and 1999, with a very low vacancy rate indicating tight supply.
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | 97.8% built 1970-1999 |
| Housing Type | Mix of medium to small single-family homes and apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Very low vacancy rate suggests strong demand and limited supply.
Most homes built in the same period, giving the neighborhood a uniform look.
Families & Lifestyle
Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista has very low child poverty and a mix of occupations, supporting a stable community.
Low child poverty supports family stability and well-being.
A significant share of residents work in executive and professional roles.
Stable Community — Owner occupancy and low poverty contribute to neighborhood stability.
Diverse Occupations — Includes government workers, sales, and professional occupations.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 48.9% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 48.9% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% nationally |
| Irish Ancestry | 19.4% |
| German Ancestry | 17.2% |
| Tagalog Speakers | 4.1% |
| English Speakers | 83.1% |
Commute
Most residents drive alone, with a notable ferry ridership and longer average commute times.
Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista offers ferry transit and a majority drive alone, with many facing longer commutes.
Ferry Access — Ferry ridership is very high compared to most neighborhoods.
Longer Commutes — A quarter of residents have commutes between 45 minutes and one hour.
| Drive Alone | 69.6% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 7.5% |
| Ferry Commute | 2.1% |
| Long Commute | 25.9% commute 45-60 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Benicia Highlands / Bay Vista?
The median home price is $904,596, more expensive than about half of California neighborhoods.
How low is child poverty here?
Child poverty rate is 0.0%, lower than all U.S. neighborhoods.
What are common commute methods?
Most drive alone (69.6%), with 2.1% using ferry transit.