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$1,490,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,389 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 9 days ago
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Highly sought-after rare opportunity in St. Armands Towers North: Discover unparalleled Gulf-front living in this exquisitely remodeled, upper-level condominium on the 11th floor! This residence offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a beautifully updated condo in an iconic locale with direct views of the Gulf, where every room and the expansive private balcony offers a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets. Meticulously remodeled, this stunning 2-bedroom condo encapsulates a luxurious and low-maintenance Lido Key lifestyle. The interior highlights a blend of style and functionality with coastal-contemporary design and high-end upgrades throughout. The open floorplan seamlessly connects the living areas, designed to maximize the incredible water views. The completely upgraded gourmet kitchen features new lighting, cabinetry, countertops, an island, and all new appliances including an Italian induction cooktop with large oven, which enhances your cooking experience. The elegant primary suite offers a private sanctuary with enviable views of the Gulf, Lido beach, Pansy's Bayou, and Sarasota Bay to downtown, with lead-glass French doors, crown molding, black-out shades, generous walk-in closet, updated ensuite bath with dual sinks, water closet with high-end Toto toilet, and a full-size stackable washer/dryer to complete the space. Designed for full-body relaxation, the luxurious spa-style shower room is the ultimate experience, with a separate seating area. An additional bedroom with Gulf views is an ideal space for guests with built-in shelving and a Murphy bed. Updates include new air conditioning, electrical panel, and hurricane sliders and windows. In addition, all window openings have electric hurricane shutters, offering peace of mind. The St. Armands Towers North community provides a worry-free living experience, having completed all required structural reviews, exterior painting, replacement of the roof, and common area doors and windows. Residents can indulge in a resort-like lifestyle with fantastic amenities, including a heated pool, exercise room, library, and beautiful newly remodeled community room. The well-managed community also includes an onsite maintenance supervisor and office manager, plus the reserves are fully funded. Location is everything, and this condo delivers the ultimate Florida lifestyle directly across from the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach, and just one block from the vibrant St. Armands Circle, you are steps away from world-class boutiques and award-winning restaurants. A free local shuttle with a stop nearby provides convenient transport directly to downtown Sarasota, allowing you easy access to explore the area's rich cultural offerings. Enjoy sophisticated, maintenance-free coastal living at one of Lido Key's most desirable addresses!

Full Property Details for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #116

General

  • Price: $1,490,000
  • HOA FEE: $1,267/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
  • Taxes: $10,342 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4672505
  • Updated: 1/7/2026
  • Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 3 Months

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Furnishings: Furnished
  • Flooring: Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Recreation Facilities

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Storage

Parking

  • Carports: Yes
  • Carport: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street

Location

  • Area: 34236 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: ST ARMANDS TOWERS NORTH
  • Driving Directions: Through St Armands Circle towards Lido Beach, from John Ringling Blvd. turn left (heading south) on S. Polk Dr., then right into St Armands Tower North. Park in front of the building. Listing agent will meet you in lobby.
  • Direction Faces: East

School Information

  • Elementary School: Southside Elementary
  • Middle School: Booker Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High

Community

  • Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Community Features: Fitness Center, Pool
  • Optional Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Recreation Facilities
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: St. Armands Towers North / Al Menasco
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: GULF OF MEXICO
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Coastal, Florida
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Florida
  • Exterior Const.: Concrete
  • Roof: Built-Up
  • Common Walls: Corner Unit, End Unit
  • Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 1,389
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1968

Lot Features

  • Property View: City, Water
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Water Features

  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Name: GULF OF MEXICO

Financial Considerations

  • Assoc Fee Desc.: None
  • Condo Fee: $3,800
  • Condo Fee Freq: Quarterly
  • Tax Amount: $10,342
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: UNIT 116 ST ARMANDS TOWERS NORTH
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 2015161061
  • Property ID: 2015161061

Listed by Michael Saunders & Company

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Schools serving 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #116

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL
1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
PK-53 mi
Booker Middle School
2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
6-84.9 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #116 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/05/2026
Price Reduced
$1,490,000
-5.1%
MLS
12/09/2025
Price Reduced
$1,570,000
-4.56%
MLS
11/25/2025
Listed
$1,645,000
64.5%
MLS
5/05/2021
Sold
$1,000,000
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Tax History for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #116

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,848
3%
$691,344
3%
2023
$9,579
-1%
$671,208
10%
2021
$9,712
4%
$612,600
-6%
2022
$9,338
-4%
$651,658
8%
2021
$9,712
14%
$604,200
7%
2019
$8,550
2%
$564,628
2%
2018
$8,408
-8%
$554,100
—
2017
$9,125
-3%
$554,100
—
2016
$9,364
8%
$555,500
12%
2015
$8,673
7%
$497,500
—
2014
$8,105
1%
$499,076
2%
2013
$8,060
—
$491,700
—
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1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #116, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4672505) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #116 is currently listed for $1,490,000 and was received on November 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #116? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Sarasota? You can browse all Sarasota real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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