West Side, Benicia, CA
At a glance
West Side is ranked #3 of 3 neighborhoods in Benicia with an overall score of 4.1/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.5/5, 3rd of 3 in Benicia) and schools (3.9/5), at a median home price of $643.62k. The trade-off is nearby merchants (2.0/5), though prices run about 23% below the Benicia median.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.0
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 2 (1)
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Farmar Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Robert Semple Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Benicia Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Benicia High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Is West Side a good place to live?
West Side ranks 3rd of 3 neighborhoods in Benicia with an overall Houseberry score of 4.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.5/5) and schools (3.9/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (2.0/5).
Is West Side safe?
West Side, Benicia scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 3rd of 3 neighborhoods in Benicia.
What do homes in West Side cost?
The median home price in West Side, Benicia is $643.62k, compared with $838.52k for Benicia as a whole.
Are home prices in West Side rising or falling?
The median home price in West Side, Benicia is up about 1.8% over the past 12 months, from $632.46k to $643.62k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve West Side?
Schools serving West Side, Benicia include Mary Farmar Elementary, Robert Semple Elementary, Benicia Middle and Benicia High (3.9/5).
What is the weather like in West Side?
West Side, Benicia receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 2nd of 3 in Benicia. Summer days run 55° to 83°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 20 inches a year.
Is West Side walkable to shops and restaurants?
West Side, Benicia scores 2.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 2.0 out of 5, 1st of 3 in Benicia.
What is West Side known for?
West Side, Benicia scores highest on safety (4.5/5).
How does West Side compare to other Benicia neighborhoods?
West Side ranks 3rd of 3 neighborhoods in Benicia. It ranks 3rd of 3 in Benicia for safety (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.0/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Benicia are Southampton and Eastside.
What are the downsides of living in West Side?
West Side, Benicia scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.0/5).
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