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Property Description
This is a rare, convenience-driven Gulf-front luxurious retreat that delivers uninterrupted Gulf views, architectural volume, privacy, security, and seamless access to every amenity. A sophisticated coastal offering designed for those who value discretion, quality, and effortless living. Welcome to a true turnkey coastal lifestyle opportunity defined by peaceful beach mornings, fun island afternoons, and elegant downtown evenings all from one exceptional, move-in-ready residence! Experience elevated island living in this FULLY RENOVATED, BEACHFRONT two-bedroom, two-bath condominium residence offering over 1,400 living square feet on Lido Key in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. Reimagined from the studs and beyond, the entire unit features NEW installed electrical (including breaker panel), NEW hurricane impact windows and slider doors, NEW designer tile throughout, a BRAND NEW sleek kitchen with BRAND NEW Bosch appliances, complete BRAND NEW bathrooms, NEW interior paint on NEW drywall, NEW LG washer and dryer, and more! A $40K+ FLOOD PREVENTION SYSTEM, paid for already by the seller, conveyed with the unit, and managed by the HOA, which adds peace of mind. Every detail is freshly installed, and ALL FURNISHINGS ARE AVAILABLE WITH PURCHASE AND/OR NEGOTIABLE, creating a truly simple turnkey opportunity to take advantage of. The Key Tower South building has been thoughtfully transformed with fresh exterior paint (2025), with a completely renovated lobby (2025), a state-of-the-art fitness center (2025), a stylish social room (2025), and a newly added business center for more private meetings (2025). Both offer direct Gulf of America views as well as views of the beach and pool area. The fully restored community pool (2025) and Shellcrete deck by SRQ Modern (2025) create a private coastal oasis featuring fob-only gated beach access, a convenient beach wash-down station (2025), an outdoor shower (2025), grilling areas, and ample lounge seating for entertaining or unwinding. Begin your mornings with peaceful beach walks, enjoy full beach days just steps away, and end your evenings with breathtaking sunset strolls along the shoreline. Just a short walk from your residence, St. Armands Circle offers an unmatched island lifestyle with upscale dining, bars/pubs, boutiques, cafés, and vibrant nightlife. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby South Lido Park and the scenic Ted Sperling Park Nature Trail, ideal for kayaking, nature walks, and tranquil views of Sarasota Bay. When you're ready for culture and city energy, Downtown Sarasota is just minutes away over the John Ringling Causeway, offering theaters, art galleries, retail shopping, high-end waterfront dining, year-round events, and much more! The building has undergone a FULL-SCALE TRANSFORMATION, including a complete renovation of the lobby, elevators, fitness center, social room, mail room, and the pool and pool deck. The arrival experience has been elevated with newly enhanced sightlines and "grand view" moments as you enter, achieved through thoughtfully opened walls and the addition of modern glass partitions. Outdoors, the property has been refreshed with all-new lawn, landscaping, and irrigation, fully replaced for a clean presentation. The coastal lifestyle awaits you! Storage unit on the 9th floor. Call us today for private showings and detailed information that is not found online!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1750 Benjamin Franklin Dr #1D
General
- Sold For: $1,300,000
- HOA FEE: $1,429/month
- Taxes: $14,862 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: A4675488
- Added to Site: 158 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: 1 Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Smart Home, Solid Surface Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Same Floor As Condo Unit
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting
- Security/Safety: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s), Touchless Entry
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Private Entrance, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
- Deck/Patio: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 1
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
Location
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- County: Sarasota
- Development Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Subdivision: KEY TOWER SOUTH
- Driving Directions: From downtown Sarasota, head west toward US-41 (Tamiami Trail) and merge onto FL-789 / John Ringling Causeway heading toward St. Armands Circle and Lido Key. Continue across the causeway and proceed straight through St. Armands Circle, staying on Benjamin Franklin Drive. Continue south along Benjamin Franklin Drive onto Lido Key, and 1750 Benjamin Franklin Drive will be located on your right. The drive is approximately 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- Middle School: Booker Middle
- High School: Booker High
Community
- Community Name: 34236 - Sarasota
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Dan Bronkhorst
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water District: GULF OF AMERICA
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable TV Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Coastal
- Architectural Style: Coastal
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Membrane
- Common Walls: Corner Unit, End Unit
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,403
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,403 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1970
Lot Features
- Property View: Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.73
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 75,206
- Lot Size: 1.7265
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Desc: Beach, Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean
- Water Front Name: GULF OF AMERICA
- Water Front Desc.: Beach, Gulf/Ocean
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,429
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assoc Fee Desc.: Required
- Tax Amount: $14,862.28
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: UNIT 1D, KEY TOWERS SOUTH
- Flood Zone Info: VE/AE
- APN: 2017101002
- Property ID: 2017101002
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Price & Sales History for 1750 Benjamin Franklin Dr #1D
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Sold
$1,300,000
-3.63%
MLS
3/25/2026
Price Reduced
$1,349,000
-3.57%
MLS
3/09/2026
Price Reduced
$1,399,000
-6.67%
MLS
1/07/2026
Listed
$1,499,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1750 Benjamin Franklin Drive #1D, Sarasota, FL 34236 (MLS# A4675488) is a Condo property that was sold at $1,300,000 on May 01, 2026. This property was listed by Janette Schafer from our Sarasota Downtown Office.Want to learn more about 1750 Benjamin Franklin Drive #1D? 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.


