$875,000
1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive
Sarasota, FL 34236
Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Flood zone
About this home
Gulf-Front Stunner on Lido Key, FABULOUS, FURNISHED, and MOVE-IN READY! Come and enjoy this dreamy 2-bedroom, 2-bath beachside retreat, perched on the 5th floor, and offering panoramic views from the sparkling Gulf waters to the iconic Ringling Bridge and Sarasota Bay. Located on the edge of the white sands of Sarasota's Lido Beach, this residence delivers the ideal balance of relaxation, luxury, and low-maintenance living. The Lido Beach Club is nestled among some of Sarasota's most desirable and luxurious beachfront properties, and only minutes from the boutiques, cafés, and fine dining of the renowned St. Armands Circle. Inside, enjoy light, breezy, coastal-inspired interiors, where you'll be indulged by stone countertops, and large rugs over easy-care porcelain tile flooring throughout. The open floor plan creates a comfortable space for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. Offered fully furnished, this turnkey condo is ready for immediate enjoyment. Ideal for year-round living, travelers seeking a sunny retreat, or investors looking for a strong rental opportunity, don't miss your chance to own a piece of Sarasota's coastal paradise and enjoy beachfront living at its finest.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history35 days on market
- Status: ActiveOct 31, 2025
- Listed$899,000Oct 31, 2025
- Price reduced$875,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 35
- Subdivision
- Lido Beach Club
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1974
- Living area
- 1,421 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $616
- Building area
- 1,821 sq ft (Estimated)
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
- Flood zone
- AE, VE
- Annual taxes
- $12,346 (2024)
- Parcel #
- 2017031036
- Zoning
- RMF4
- MLS #
- A4670029
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Elevator, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Common Area, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- East
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Attached garage
- No
- Parking features
- Assigned, Covered
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $1,458/mo
- Total annual fees
- $17,500
- HOA name
- Advanced Management, Inc.
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 3 Months
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Concrete, Membrane
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Public
Community
- Pets allowed
- No
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 15x15 |
| Dining Room | First | 11x12 |
| Kitchen | First | 8x13 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 14x17 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 14x17 |
| Balcony/Porch/Lanai | First | 5x25 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2025-10-27
- On market date
- 2025-10-31
- Original list price
- $899,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34236 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2025-10-31
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 508 LIDO BEACH CLUB
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
West on the John Ringling Bridge to St Armond's Circle. Go 3/4 around to Blvd. of the Presidents. Veer right on BLVD of the Presidents and travel south 1 1/2 miles. Make jog at stop sign and continue to the end where the road makes a right turn and turns into Taft Drive. Go to stop sign and see Lido Beach Club facing you across Benjamin Franklin Drive.
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