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  • Condo
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,116 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 11 hours ago
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Live each day surrounded by blue skies, turquoise Gulf waters and Sarasota's celebrated sunsets. Tucked at the south end of Lido Key, this beautifully remodeled residence offers a relaxed beachfront setting just moments from St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota. The open floor plan is bright and welcoming, with contemporary finishes and a layout designed to make the most of natural light. The remodeled kitchen features sleek white cabinetry, quartz countertops and a clean, coastal-modern style. The spacious bedroom opens to the covered balcony, and includes a walk-in closet and en-suite bath, creating a comfortable private retreat. Gulf views from the balcony bring added beauty to daily living and enduring appeal to this beachside home. Climate-controlled storage and one covered parking space add convenience. Lido Beach Club is a professionally managed community with amenities that enhance the beachfront experience, including a heated pool with tiki seating areas, gated beach access, serenity garden, fitness room and social room for private gatherings. Excellent location with the beach at your backyard, South Lido Park nature preserve across the road, the Ritz Tiki Beach Bar next door, one mile to world-famous St. Armands Circle, and only four miles to downtown Sarasota. Ride the complimentary Lido Shuttle to and from St. Armands Circle, or the Sarasota Bay Runner trolley to downtown destinations. Life is good at the beach!

Full Property Details for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #305

General

  • Price: $679,000
  • HOA FEE: $3,583/month
  • Taxes: $8,095 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
  • MLS ID: A4666764
  • Updated: 3/26/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Min. Lease: 3 Months

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Electric, Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System, Wine Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Corridor Access

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Deck
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck

Parking

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

Location

  • Area: 34236 - Sarasota
  • County: Sarasota
  • Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Subdivision: LIDO BEACH CLUB
  • Driving Directions: From Downtown Sarasota, take the John Ringling Causeway to Lido Beach/St. Armands. Continue past the circle headed toward Lido Beach. Continue onto Benjamin Franklin Drive. Lido Beach Club will be on the right on the gulf side.
  • Direction Faces: East

School Information

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

Community

  • Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
  • Community Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool
  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Name: Fred Meyers
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water District: THE GULF
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Concrete
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Square Feet: 1,116
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1974

Lot Features

  • Property View: Water
  • Lot Size (Acres): 3.56
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 155,176
  • Lot Size: 3.5624
  • Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Front Name: THE GULF
  • Water Front Desc.: Gulf/Ocean Front, Gulf/Ocean

Financial Considerations

  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
  • Condo Fee: $3,583
  • Condo Fee Freq: Quarterly
  • Tax Amount: $8,095.49
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Legal Description: UNIT 305 LIDO BEACH CLUB
  • Flood Zone Info: AE
  • APN: 2017031015
  • Property ID: 2017031015

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Schools serving 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #305

School District:Sarasota County School District
NameGradesDistance
Southside Elementary School, Sarasota, FL
1901 Webber Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
PK-52.5 mi
Booker Middle School
2250 Myrtle Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
6-85.2 mi
Booker High School
3201 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34234
9-124.5 mi
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Price
Change
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3/25/2026
Listed
$679,000
13.17%
MLS
2/21/2025
Sold
$600,000
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Tax History for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #305

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,380
-9%
$495,900
-7%
2024
$8,095
-5%
$535,300
-5%
2023
$8,539
82%
$563,900
70%
2021
$4,703
-44%
$330,991
-40%
2022
$8,405
79%
$551,700
69%
2021
$4,703
4%
$326,421
4%
2019
$4,535
9%
$313,608
8%
2018
$4,170
-14%
$289,900
—
2017
$4,838
-3%
$289,900
—
2016
$5,003
25%
$289,900
30%
2015
$3,995
9%
$223,300
10%
2014
$3,682
-2%
$203,100
-1%
2013
$3,748
—
$205,000
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