865 W I Street

• Sun Jun 7, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Join me for a tour of this downtown home and experience life just a few steps from the water. This completely re-invented 1942 home has much to offer many. Need work/life space? Want rental income as well? I'd love to show you all the ways you can imagine to make this home work for you!

Originally built in 1942 as a seaside vacation cottage welcoming visitors arriving by train and ferry to Benicia, this extraordinary property has been thoughtfully transformed into a flexible coastal retreat blending history, craftsmanship, privacy, and modern functionality. Extensively renovated and expanded beginning in 2004 with the collaboration of respected local contractor Laverty Construction and architect Steve McKee, the original residence was raised and reimagined to create multiple living possibilities for today's evolving lifestyles.  Currently configured upstairs is a two bedroom, two bath main residence with a spiral staircase leading up to private third floor lookout sanctuary with peaks of the Carquinez Strait, and downstairs a large studio-style space with full bath, kitchenette, and office area; previously used for exercise, dance, and therapy. The lower front of property features a comfortable permitted one (or two) bedroom apartment with attached garage, and private entrance. The flexible layout offers rare opportunities for multi-generational living, ADU, income potential, creative workspace, or conversion back to a larger single-family residence.  Located just one home from 9th Street Park, beach, and boat launchand only a short stroll to a beloved neighborhood restaurantthe setting captures the relaxed waterfront character that defines this treasured area of Benicia.  Major infrastructure improvements completed in 2006 include: complete foundation and plumbing, electrical, HVAC, windows, sewer, irrigation, roof, gutters, and driveways. Custom exterior details including handcrafted metal railings and IPA decking. Inside, repurposed redwood trim and doors from an 1890s farmhouse complement restored Douglas fir flooring, while cork, slate, tile, and commercial-grade carpeting add warmth and durability throughout. Double French doors open to serene garden, patio. Subtle nautical touches, include repurposed functional portholes, and quietly honor the property's coastal roots.  Completing the offering are both a one-car garage and oversized two-car garage with skylight opening; along with gated alley access providing flexible off-street parking (could accommodate RV) and secure enclosure of the rear and side yards. This exceptional residence speaks architectural character, everyday ease, and the best of California living.

Days on Market

2 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$1,395,000

List Price

$1,395,000

On Market Date

Jun 5, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Area

Benicia 2

Zip Code

94510

MLS ID

326048609

APN

0089-011-240

Year Built

1942

Stories in Building

Unavailable

Possession

Close Of Escrow, Subject To Tenant Rights

Data Source

BAREIS

Origin MLS System

Bed

4

Bath

4

Parking

7

Alley Access, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Garage Facing Rear, RV Possible

SQ FT

2,958

SQ FT Source

Assessor Auto-Fill

Lot SQ FT

6,098.0

Lot Acres

0.14 Acres

Kitchen

Pantry Closet

Cooling

Central

Flooring

Carpet, Cork, Tile, Wood

Heating

Gas

Laundry

Inside Area

Main Level

Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom

Possession

Close Of Escrow, Subject To Tenant Rights

Basement

None

Architectural Style

Cape Cod, Contemporary, Cottage

Fee

$0

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