1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr #206, Sarasota, FL 34236
About this home
Welcome to your move-in ready, no-second-thoughts condo. Perfectly positioned on the second floor of the desirable North Tower, this beautifully updated residence captures the morning sunshine in the kitchen and dining area while offering a spacious wraparound balcony—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the coastal breeze. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the home features new impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows, updated window treatments, beautiful wood-look plank tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry in the kitchen and all the bathrooms, and elegant stone countertops that blend style with everyday functionality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this condo offers exceptional flexibility with monthly rentals permitted and pet-friendly living for pets up to 25 pounds. The low monthly maintenance fee of just $979 includes many of the conveniences buyers appreciate, making ownership easy and enjoyable. Just moments from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Sarasota's vibrant waterfront, this is your opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle without compromise.
End Unit, Mid Rise
CondoProperty Type
1980Year Built
$501Price/Sq.Ft.
$979/moHOA Dues
1 spaceParking
Listed by Camille Buck• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Lido Key, located between Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, is a coastal and resort Sarasota neighborhood with wide beaches and bayfront parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around St. Armands Circle, where palm-lined streets frame galleries, jewelers, and chef-driven dining in a walkable loop. Architectural cues lean mid-century modern and coastal contemporary, with low-slung condos and canal-front homes along quiet drives. Lido Beach and South Lido Park set the daily rhythm with sand, shade, and long water views. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and the Ringling Museum campus sit close by for culture beyond the shoreline.
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Offer insights
1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr #206 · $685,000
$685K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $685K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
23 days
The average home goes pending in 100 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
94.3%
Most homes are selling 6% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
Living room / dining room combo
Solid wood cabinets
Stone counters
Walk-in closets
Window treatments
Double-pane, insulated and storm windows
Building elevator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Ice maker
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Exhaust fan
Tankless water heater
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Common area laundry
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Screened wrap-around patio/porch
Balcony
Outdoor grill
Outdoor shower
Sliding doors
In-ground pool
Beach access
Deeded beach access at Lido Surf & Sand in a gated park-like setting with running water
Irrigation equipment
Storage
Home design
Condominium
West-facing
One level
Located in Lido Towers
Parking
Guest and reserved parking
Carport with 1 space
Construction
Concrete construction
Built-up roof
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Built in 6-story building
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable connected
Electricity connected
Sewer connected
Water connected
HOA & community
HOA managed by Casey Management / Bridget
Monthly condo fee $979 (quarterly term shown as $2,937)
Association amenities: laundry, maintenance, pool, storage; vehicle restrictions apply
Association fees include cable TV, common area taxes, pool, escrow reserves, insurance, internet, structure & grounds maintenance, management, pest control, sewer, trash and water
Buyer approval required
On-site property manager
Pets allowed (maximum ~25 lbs)
Financial info
Total annual HOA/fees $11,748
Lease restrictions apply
Homestead exempt
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Sale and tax history for 1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr #206
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #A4699522
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$685,000
$501/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 6, 2011
Sold
$275,000
$201/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 1994
Sold
$141,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,173 (−1.4%)
$630,000
2024
$9,302 (+4.9%)
2023
$8,864 (+11.0%)
2022
$7,989 (+20.5%)
2021
$6,631
$412,100
2020
$6,631 (+19.6%)
$401,500
2019
$5,546 (+17.9%)
2018
$4,705 (−0.9%)
$280,700
2017
$4,749 (−1.7%)
$280,700
2016
$4,832 (+0.1%)
$280,700
2015
$4,825 (+9.5%)
2014
$4,405 (+5.4%)
2013
$4,179 (+5.2%)
2012
$3,972
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2012
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,367
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,367
Year built
1980
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Sarasota County
APN
2016145016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RMF-3
DOD
HOD
Residential Multiple Family 3 District
The RMF 3 zones are medium density multiple family zones which allow 13, 18 and 25 dwelling units per acre respectively. Two to eight story buildings generally characterize allowed housing. The major type of new development will be medium to high-rise apartments and condominiums.