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  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,389 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 4 hours ago
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ST. ARMANDS TOWERS NORTH - Location is everything: you are steps from the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach and just one block from vibrant St. Armands Circle boutiques, galleries, and culinary experiences. This stylish northeast-facing residence on the fifth floor is sold furnished and ready for immediate enjoyment. The interior was designed for effortless elegance, featuring warm bamboo flooring, crisp crown molding, and plantation shutters that beautifully filter the Florida sun. The open-concept floor plan flows seamlessly through three sets of sliding glass doors (with new hurricane shutters) in the living room and both bedrooms, to an expansive 240 sq. ft. balcony-your private sanctuary for enjoying tropical breezes. The kitchen boasts a delightfully functional layout, with ample cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Two full bathrooms include a primary ensuite, offering privacy for you and your guests. Convenience meets beachside luxury with an in-unit washer/dryer, large storage closet, and a dedicated covered carport space with an adjacent storage locker. The St. Armands Towers North community provides a worry-free living experience, having completed all required structural reviews. An on-site manager keeps the building in top condition, proactive maintenance keeps fees low, and the reserves are fully funded. Residents can indulge in a resort-like lifestyle with fantastic amenities, including a heated pool with Gulf views, exercise room, library, and beautiful newly remodeled community room. Location is everything, and this condo delivers. Whether you enjoy sunbathing on the sands of Lido Beach, exploring the kayak launches and nature trails of nearby South Lido Park, shopping, and dining on St. Armands, or relaxing in the splendor of your refined retreat, this property offers the ultimate island experience. A free local shuttle with a stop nearby even 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 #55

General

  • Price: $985,000
  • HOA FEE: $1,267/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
  • Taxes: $6,206 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4677053
  • Updated: Today (1/19/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 3 Months

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Interior Features: Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Furnishings: Furnished
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

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, Sliding Doors

Parking

  • Carports: Yes
  • Carport: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Covered

Location

  • Area: 34236 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: ST ARMAND 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, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Sewer, Trash, Water

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • 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
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved

Financial Considerations

  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
  • Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
  • Condo Fee: $3,800
  • Condo Fee Freq: Quarterly
  • Tax Amount: $6,206.66
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: UNIT 55 ST ARMANDS TOWERS NORTH
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 2015161024
  • Property ID: 2015161024

Listed by Michael Saunders & Company

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Schools serving 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #55

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
Booker High School
3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234
9-124.1 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 #55 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/19/2026
Listed
$985,000
64.17%
MLS
12/06/2013
Sold
$600,000
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Tax History for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #55

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,854
-1%
$438,505
3%
2024
$5,897
3%
$426,147
3%
2023
$5,715
1%
$413,735
6%
2021
$5,645
1%
$389,984
-3%
2022
$5,615
-1%
$401,684
4%
2021
$5,645
-20%
$384,600
-18%
2019
$7,017
-10%
$468,200
-9%
2018
$7,773
1%
$514,266
2%
2017
$7,688
-1%
$503,689
2%
2016
$7,787
-1%
$493,329
1%
2015
$7,902
5%
$489,900
16%
2014
$7,496
18%
$424,000
42%
2013
$6,342
—
$298,208
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1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #55, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4677053) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #55 is currently listed for $985,000 and was received on January 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive #55? 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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