$725,000
800 Benjamin Franklin Drive
Sarasota, FL 34236
Listing updated: September 15, 2026 at 4:01 PM ET
Listing courtesy of Michael Saunders & Company · Camille Buck · MLS #A4705448 · Active · 941-388-4447Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
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Flood zone
About this home
An exceptional opportunity to own directly on Lido Beach at a price point rarely associated with a water-view residence in this coveted island location. Lido Ambassador puts the Gulf of Mexico at your doorstep, with resort amenities next door, St. Armands Circle nearby and the island trolley just steps away—making it easy to enjoy the best of Sarasota’s beach lifestyle. Located on the southwest corner of the building, #501 enjoys beach views from the south-facing windows and balcony, along with a peek-a-boo view toward Big Pass. Additional windows in the primary bedroom welcome natural light and morning sun. Inside, consistent tile flooring creates an easy flow throughout, while the split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy for owners and guests. The layout also offers the option to add an in-unit washer and dryer. Lido Ambassador is a secure Gulf-front building with assigned parking and a distinctive position as the first beachfront condominium on Lido Key, immediately south of the Lido Beach Resort. Spend the morning on the sand, walk or trolley to St. Armands Circle for lunch, then come home to your own place on Lido Key. For buyers looking for water views, an exceptional location and compelling value, #501 deserves a closer look.
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 history0 days on market
- Status: ActiveSep 15, 2026
- Listed$725,000Sep 15, 2026
- Price increased$725,000
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 0
- Subdivision
- Lido Ambassador
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 1978
- Living area
- 1,150 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $630
- Building area
- 1,252 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
- Lot category
- Non-Applicable
- Flood zone
- AE
- Annual taxes
- $4,452 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 2016141043
- Zoning
- RMF4
- MLS #
- A4705448
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Split Bedroom
- Laundry
- Common Area
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- East
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- Guest, Reserved
- Carport
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $1,132/mo
- Total annual fees
- $13,584
- HOA name
- Ray Andrusiak
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 6 Months
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Minimum lease is six months, twice a year.
- Approval process
- Contact listing agent for approval process.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Storage
- Construction materials
- Concrete
- Roof
- Concrete
- Foundation
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Great Room | First | 14.1x22 |
| Kitchen | First | 9.2x12.1 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 11.1x14.11 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 13.1x10.11 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-09-04
- On market date
- 2026-09-15
- Original list price
- $725,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34236 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-09-15
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 501 LIDO AMBASSADOR
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
From Benjamin Franklin Drive turn west onto Cleveland Drive. Take the first left into the Lido Ambassador parking lot Guest parking immediately left. Walk down to Cleveland toward beach to main porte-cochere entrance. Listing agent will provide building access.
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