$685,000
1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive #206 Sarasota, FL 34236 - GULF OF MEXICO
For Sale MLS# A4699522
2 beds 3 baths 1,367 sq ft Condo
Details for 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive #206
MLS# A4699522
Description for 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive #206, Sarasota, FL, 34236 - GULF OF MEXICO
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.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Condominium
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Square Feet: 1,367 sq ft
Year Built: 1980
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Concrete
Subdivision: Lido Towers
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
County: Sarasota
School Information
Elementary: Southside Elementary
Middle: Booker Middle
High: Sarasota High
Room Information
Main Floor
Porch: 50x5
Dining Room: 9x10
Living Room: 14x20
Foyer: 5x8
Bathroom 3: 5x7
Bathroom 2: 9x5
Bedroom 2: 12x13
Primary Bathroom: 3x9
Primary Bedroom: 14x14
Dinette: 7x10
Kitchen: 10x11
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Common Area
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Exhaust Fan, Tankless Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Doors/Windows: Window Treatments, Storm Window(s), Insulated Windows, Double Pane Windows
Additional Interior Features: Eat-In Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room, Built-in Features, Window Treatments, Stone Counters, Wood Cabinets
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Municipal Utilities,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Electric, Central
Exterior / Lot Features
Parking Description: Assigned, Guest
Roof: Built-Up
Pool: Association, Community, In Ground
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Balcony, Balcony, Screened, Wrap Around, Near Public Transit, City Lot, Buyer Approval Required, Flood Zone
Out Buildings: Storage
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: GULF OF MEXICO
Water Front Features: Beach Access
Community Features
Community Features: Water Access, Clubhouse, Pool
Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Storage, Laundry, Pool, Elevator(s)
HOA Dues Include: Cable TV, Trash, Water, Sewer, Internet, Taxes, Common Areas, Pest Control, Reserve Fund, Maintenance Structure, Pool(s), Association Management, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
Driving Directions
Head south on Benjamin Franklin Dr or S. Blvd of the Presidents. Building is one block between McKinley and Roosevelt Drive. Park near the North Tower to enter and use the north elevator.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 2016145016
Tax Amount: 9172.88
Tax Year: 2025
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive #206
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