Juliet Watson
Coldwell Banker Kappel Gateway Realty
(707) 949-3661
72 Total Sales
3 in Benicia
$870K - $1M Price Range
218 Hillcrest Ave Benicia, CA 94510
Benicia Area
2
Beds
1
Bath
832
Sq Ft
4,791
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Wood Siding
- Robert Semple Elementary School Rated A-
- Bungalow
- Wall Furnace
About This Home
As of July 2026Welcome to this move-in-ready Benicia bungalow, offering the perfect blend of charm, updates, and location. This beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features an updated kitchen and bathroom, plus a brand-new driveway. Natural light fills the inviting living spaces, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout. Situated on a generous lot, this property offers endless possibilities for gardening, outdoor entertaining, expansion potential, or simply enjoying your own private retreat. Buyers will appreciate the classic character combined with modern improvements, making this home truly turnkey. Located in one of Benicia’s most desirable communities, you’ll enjoy easy access to the waterfront, downtown shops, restaurants, local bakeries, parks, and scenic hiking trails. Commuters will love the convenient access to Highways 780, 680, and 80, as well as the nearby Vallejo Ferry serving San Francisco. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or searching for an investment opportunity, this charming home offers an exceptional lifestyle in a vibrant waterfront community.
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1943
Lot Details
- 4,791 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Wall Furnace
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridgeview Heigh Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0088024040
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 2, 2023
Closed on
Sep 26, 2023
Sold by
Cohen Grossman Charitable Remainder Trus
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Linda Lewis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tina Hancock
Compass
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$577,400
Premium/Discount to List
$48,400
9.15%
Views
72
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.05%
Original Mortgage
$548,530
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 2, 2023
Closed on
Aug 22, 2023
Sold by
Cohen Grossman Trust
Bought by
Grossman Lawrence I and Grossman Susan Cohen
Seller's Agent
Linda Lewis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tina Hancock
Compass
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$577,400
Premium/Discount to List
$48,400
9.15%
Views
72
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,530
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2014
Sold by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence I
Bought by
Grossman Lawrence and Cohen Susan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 2012
Sold by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence
Bought by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence I
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2010
Sold by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence I
Bought by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,500
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2010
Sold by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence
Bought by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,500
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2003
Sold by
Grossman Susan Cohen and Grossman Lawrence I
Bought by
Grossman Lawrence I and Grossman Susan Cohen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Benicia, CA
-
Juliet Watson
-
Kimberly Ney
Kimberly Ney
Coldwell Banker Kappel Gateway Realty
(707) 635-2579
84 Total Sales
1 in Benicia
$585,000 Price
-
Marc DeContreaus
Marc DeContreaus
Coldwell Banker Kappel Gateway
(707) 634-2621
71 Total Sales
2 in Benicia
$890K - $1.4M Price Range
-
Melanie Hallam
Melanie Hallam
RE/MAX Gold
(925) 369-5584
30 Total Sales
1 in Benicia
$959,000 Price
-
Teresa Rollins
Teresa Rollins
Best Home Realty
(707) 633-2645
137 Total Sales
2 in Benicia
$573K - $855K Price Range
-
Mike Kavanaugh
Mike Kavanaugh
Responds QuicklyTown & Country Realty
(925) 940-5295
55 Total Sales
1 in Benicia
$1,200,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $577,500 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $539,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $548,530 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $198,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $207,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $207,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2026 07/30/26 | Sold | $583,000 | -2.7% | $701 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/20/2026 06/20/26 | For Sale | $599,000 | +3.7% | $720 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/28/2023 09/28/23 | Sold | $577,400 | +9.1% | $694 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/26/2023 09/26/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/02/2023 09/02/23 | For Sale | $529,000 | -- | $636 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,826 | $600,726 | $182,070 | $418,656 |
| 2025 | $6,826 | $588,948 | $178,500 | $410,448 |
| 2024 | $6,905 | $227,257 | $57,712 | $169,545 |
| 2023 | $2,660 | $222,802 | $56,581 | $166,221 |
| 2022 | $2,610 | $218,434 | $55,472 | $162,962 |
| 2021 | $2,557 | $214,152 | $54,385 | $159,767 |
| 2020 | $2,523 | $211,957 | $53,828 | $158,129 |
| 2019 | $2,480 | $207,802 | $52,773 | $155,029 |
| 2018 | $2,417 | $203,729 | $51,739 | $151,990 |
| 2017 | $2,361 | $199,735 | $50,725 | $149,010 |
| 2016 | $2,374 | $195,820 | $49,731 | $146,089 |
| 2015 | $2,314 | $192,879 | $48,984 | $143,895 |
| 2014 | $2,287 | $189,102 | $48,025 | $141,077 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jessica Evans
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jessica Evans
Compass
(707) 315-9803
78 Total Sales
-
Tina Hancock
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Tina Hancock
Compass
(925) 574-3181
37 Total Sales
-
Kelly Thornhill-McCampbell
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Kelly Thornhill-McCampbell
Stumbaugh Realty Advisors
(888) 584-9427
107 Total Sales
-
LL
Seller's Agent in 2023
Linda Lewis
Compass
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41139070
APN: 0088-024-040
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Bay East ©2026. BridgeMLS ©2026, CCAR ©2026. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, BridgeMLS or CCAR MLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Nearby Homes
- 25 Linda Vista St
- 331 E T St
- 1 Corte Del Sol
- 167 El Bonito Way
- 2135 Via Alta
- 1889 Lindo St
- 2092 Casa Grande St
- 407 Rinconada Ct
- 260 Saint Augustine Dr
- 1835 Mountview Terrace
- 324 Military E
- 1200 E 3rd St
- 707 Military E
- 340 Blanchard Ln Unit 16
- 777 Military E
- 106 E K St
- 1794 Ellie Ct
- 445 E H St
- 803 E 5th St
- 625 E H St
Your Personal Tour Guide
Ask me questions while you tour the home.