1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Price$899,000
Beds2
Baths2
SqFt1,421
Baths2
SqFt1,421
Status:Active
Property Type:Residential
School:
Property Type:Residential
School:
It is time to trade SNOW for the WHITE SAND BEACHES OF LIDO KEY. A rare opportunity to experience the best of Gulf-front living in this 7th-floor condo at the highly sought-after Lido Beach Club. Featuring 1,421 sq. ft. of living space plus a spacious 200 sq. ft. balcony, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom turn-key furnished residence showcases breathtaking views of both the Gulf and Sarasota Bay from nearly every room. As you enter you are greeted with a light-filled, open-concept layout, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas seamlessly flow together. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors frame stunning water views, creating the perfect backdrop for coastal living. The kitchen is well-appointed with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a pantry. Tile flooring throughout enhances the clean and airy ambiance. Designed for privacy and comfort, the split-bedroom floor plan features two ensuite bedrooms. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a zero-entry shower, while the guest bedroom offers a convenient Murphy bed, allowing for flexible use of space. Abundant closet storage ensures everything has its place. Lido Beach Club offers an array of resort-style amenities, including private access to the deeded beach, newly renovated heated pool, fitness center, library with game table, social room with full kitchen, fire pit, and grilling area. Residents also enjoy convenient and secure storage for beach gear and bikes. Located on the pristine shores of Lido Key, this condo is just minutes from St. Armand’s Circle, where you’ll find boutique shopping, fine dining, and vibrant entertainment. Outdoor enthusiasts will love exploring the nearby mangrove tunnels, walking along the beach, or biking through Lido Beach Park. Plus, with the Ritz-Carlton Tiki Bar and Lido Beach Resort just next door, you’ll always have a place to enjoy cocktails and oceanfront dining.
| Price | $899,000 | |
| Bedrooms | 2 | |
| Full Baths | 2 | |
| Half Baths | 0 | |
| Total Baths | 2 | |
| Acres | 0 | |
| Property Type | Residential | |
| Sub type | Condominium | |
| MLS Sub type | Condominium | |
| Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s) | |
| Exterior Features | Sliding Doors | |
| Year Built | 1974 | |
| Subdivision | LIDO BEACH CLUB | |
| Roof | Built-Up, Concrete | |
| Heating | Central | |
| Foundation | Slab | |
| Laundry Features | Common Area, Same Floor As Condo Unit | |
| Pool features | Heated, In Ground | |
| Parking Description | Covered, Guest | |
| Association Amenities | Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Storage, Wheelchair Access | |
| Directions | From Downtown Sarasota, go west over the John Ringling Bridge to St. Armand’s Circle to south on Ben Franklin Drive to Lido Beach Club on the Gulf 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr. Unit 607. Park in guest parking. | |
| County | Sarasota | |
| Latitude | 27.306406 | |
| Longitude | -82.572356 | |
| Market Area | 34236 – Sarasota | |
| Address | 1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE #708, SARASOTA, FL 34236 | |
| Unit | 708 | |
| Postal Code | 34236 | |
| City | SARASOTA | |
| State | FL | |
| Country | United States | |
| Listing Office | MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY | |
| Listing Office Phone | 941-951-6660 | |
| Listing Agent | Angela Adams | |
| Listing Agent Phone | 941-809-9760 | |
| Special listing conditions | None | |
| Ownership | Fee Simple | |
| Terms | Cash, Conventional, FHA | |
| Virtual Tour URL | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/93e1c408-3f18-4d29-9041-7dba21b55a62?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard | |
| Elementary School | Southside Elementary | |
| Middle School | Booker Middle | |
| High School | Booker High | |
| Days on market | 316 | |
| MLS Status | Active | |
| Listing Date | Apr 1, 2025 | |
| Listing Last Modified | Feb 16, 2026 | |
| Tax ID | 2017031054 | |
| Tax Year | 2025 | |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10812 | |
| MLS Area | 34236 – Sarasota | |
| MLS # | A4647033 | |
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