$1,200,000

1100 Benjamin Franklin Dr #502Sarasota, FL 34236

  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,494 sqft
  • 0 acres
  • 136 days on market
1100 Benjamin Franklin Dr #502 1 / 21

About this home

Welcome to southern coastal living at Lido Surf & Sand. Showcasing full panoramic Gulf views and daily sunsets, this direct beach-front 5th floor condo features a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, boasting 1,494 sq. ft. of interior living space and an additional 394 sq. ft. expansive wraparound balcony. Wake up to coffee or tea on your private balcony with limitless beach views and end your day listening to the gentle surf a mere 200 feet from your residence. The open-concept layout presents a seamless flow from dining area through living room to the full-width beachfront balcony?perfect for intimate evenings or entertaining friends. After a refreshing swim in the beachside pool, relax in the heated spa, lounge with a good book on the pool deck, or play a game of shuffleboard with friends. A fitness center, billiards, nearly renovated social room, and garage make this a great place to live. Your pet is also welcome! Upgrades include a new water heater (2023), brand new A/C unit, and upgraded hurricane-impact windows and sliders. A short stroll down the block, the Ted Sterling Nature Preserve beckons the outdoor enthusiast - from early morning walks to gentle kayaking in the mangrove maze. Exceptional shopping and dining await at nearby St. Armands Circle. Come and check out this unit for yourself today!

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Facts

Property type
Condominium
Year built
1976
Stories
7
Garage spaces
1
Pool
No
Waterfront
Yes
Water view
Beach,Gulf/Ocean - Full
Subdivision
LIDO SURF & SAND
Community
Lido Surf & Sand
County
Sarasota
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$14,663 (2025)
Flood zone
VE
Pets
Size Limit, Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4697797

Features

Interior
Ceiling Fans(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Appliances
Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring
Tile
Heating
Central, Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior
Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Storage
Patio & porch
Screened, Wrap Around
Pool features
Deck, Gunite, In Ground, Tile
Parking
Garage Door Opener, Guest, Basement
Construction
Concrete, Stucco
Roof
Concrete, Membrane
Lot
City Limits, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Paved
View
Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full
Community features
Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks, Wheelchair Access
Association amenities
Elevators, Maintenance, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage
HOA fee includes
Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Southside Elementary
Middle school
Booker Middle
High school
Booker High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY. MLS # A4697797.

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