$6,500,000
1300 Benjamin Franklin DriveSarasota, FL 34236
Listing updated: October 24, 2026 at 6:48 AM ET
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty · Judy Kepecz-Hays · MLS #A4710391 · Active · 941-366-8070Property type
Year built
Price / sq ft
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About this home
Enjoy this exquisite four-bedroom residence with beach-to-bay and sunrise-to-sunset views. This home in the sky is the pinnacle on the beach at the Ritz-Carlton-managed "THE BEACH RESIDENCES." Unsurpassed luxury, unimaginable legendary Ritz-Carlton services, and a lifestyle where memories are made and dreams are treasured. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind, carefree beach home. From the moment you arrive, you will experience euphoria. Park in the garage and step into your private elevator, which opens into your private residence lobby. You will be mesmerized by the magnificent, ever-changing Gulf of Mexico view & spectacular sunsets. Luxury knows no limits in this stunning home. This residence features a 3,861 sq. ft. split floor plan that maximizes the Gulf of Mexico view through walls of glass and a large wrap-around terrace. Also, enjoy the bayside terrace with epic sunrises and moonrises. Handcrafted interior finishes include beautiful wood floors in the living area, with custom decorator touches. The open floor plan has 2 master bedrooms plus a den/office or 4 bedrooms. This home features a gourmet kitchen with a Décor oven & gas cooktop, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine cooler, wood cabinets & granite counters, opening to the family room. "The Name Says It All." Enjoy the best of SRQ in Ritz-Carlton tradition. The Ritz-Carlton's white-glove service is evident at every turn in this enclave. Enjoy the pool and spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, movie theater, game/social room, boardroom, massage room, guest suites & 24/7 concierge services. 2 pets, no weight limit! Walk to St. Armands Circle for boutique shopping/dining. Just minutes to cultural venues of downtown SRQ including theater, opera, museums, shopping & dining. Enjoy watching dolphins from the Gulf Terrace with w/morning coffee and a nightcap on the Bay Terrace to enjoy the twinkling city lights. Have it all, The Best of Both Worlds! Membership opportunities at The Ritz-Carlton Members Club offer access to additional resort, beach club, spa, dining, and golf experiences; membership is optional and available for an additional fee.
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 history1 days on market
- Status: ActiveOct 24, 2026
- Listed$6,500,000Oct 23, 2026
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Condominium
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- Subdivision
- The Beach Residences
- County
- Sarasota
- Year built
- 2005
- Living area
- 3,861 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $1,684
- Building area
- 4,564 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 0 sq ft
- Lot category
- Non-Applicable
- Flood zone
- AE
- Annual taxes
- $44,605 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 2017032065
- Zoning
- WFR
- MLS #
- A4710391
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Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 3
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Carpet, Marble, Wood
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Sink, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- West
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Electric, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 0
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Circular Driveway, Converted Garage, Covered, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Basement
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $4,902/mo
- Total annual fees
- $58,820
- HOA name
- Ritz-Carlton-Ivana Podolska
- CDD
- No
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Ownership
- Condominium
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- See Condo Docs
- Approval process
- None--
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Dog Run, Fire Pit, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Sauna, Sidewalk, Storage
- Construction materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Concrete
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Other, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom 3 | 17x14 | |
| Great Room | 25x19 | |
| Bathroom 2 | 14x14 | |
| Kitchen | 18x16 | |
| Primary Bedroom | 20x15 | |
| Foyer | 6x8 | |
| Dining Room | 18x12 | |
| Bedroom 4 | ||
| Laundry | 6x8 | |
| Dinette | 12x14 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-10-22
- On market date
- 2026-10-23
- Original list price
- $6,500,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 34236 - Sarasota
- Listing AOR
- Sarasota - Manatee
- Status changed
- 2026-10-24
- Tax legal description
- UNIT 1003, BEACH RESIDENCES THE
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 the John Ringling Bridge toward Lido Key, continue straight into St. Armands Circle, follow signs for Lido Beach (take the Lido Beach exit), merge onto Benjamin Franklin Drive, continue south on Benjamin Franklin Drive along the beach, drive to the end / near the south end of Lido Key, The destination will be on your left —The Ritz-Carlton Beach Residences (guard gate entrance)
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