$550,000
1100 Benjamin Franklin Drive #305 Sarasota, FL 34236
For Sale MLS# A4695506
1 beds 2 baths 918 sq ft Condo
Details for 1100 Benjamin Franklin Drive #305
MLS# A4695506
Description for 1100 Benjamin Franklin Drive #305, Sarasota, FL, 34236
Rare private open-air courtyard patio with breathtaking Gulf and beach views! One of only a select handful of residences within Lido Surf & Sand to offer this highly sought-after outdoor living space, this furnished 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath beachfront condominium delivers a lifestyle opportunity rarely available on Lido Key. Whether enjoying your morning coffee while watching the waves roll in or relaxing at sunset with the sound of the Gulf in the background, the expansive patio creates an outdoor experience that few condominium residences can match. Inside, the residence features a bright and inviting floor plan with updated flooring, spacious living and dining areas, abundant natural light, and beautiful water views. Offered furnished, the condo is ready to enjoy immediately as a primary residence, seasonal retreat, or investment property. Offered furnished and with a history of seasonal rental demand, the property also presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a beachside investment, seasonal residence, or personal coastal retreat. Lido Surf & Sand is a premier Gulf-front community offering residents an exceptional collection of amenities, including private beach access, a beachfront heated pool and spa overlooking the Gulf, fitness center, covered parking, private storage, bicycle storage, elevators, grilling areas, shuffleboard courts, beautifully maintained walking paths and sidewalks, multiple gathering and entertaining spaces, on-site property management, and secure building access. The location is equally impressive. Situated just moments from world-famous St. Armands Circle, residents enjoy convenient access to an incredible selection of restaurants, boutique shopping, cafes, galleries, and year-round events. Downtown Sarasota, Marina Jack, cultural attractions, and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport are all within easy reach. Opportunities to own one of the community's rare patio residences are exceptionally limited. Combining beachfront living, spectacular Gulf views, resort-style amenities, strong rental appeal, and an unbeatable location near St. Armands Circle, this is coastal Florida living at its finest.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Condominium
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 3.80 Acres
Square Feet: 918 sq ft
Year Built: 1976
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block,Stucco
Subdivision: Lido Surf & Sand
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier,Slab
County: Sarasota
School Information
Elementary: Pine View School
Middle: Booker Middle
High: Sarasota High
Room Information
Main Floor
Bathroom 2: 5x6
Dining Room: 15x11
Primary Bathroom: 10x6
Primary Bedroom: 15x12
Kitchen: 10x11
Living Room: 15x11
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Common On Floor, Common Area
Interior Features
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl,Tile
Doors/Windows: Drapes, Blinds
Accessibility: Wheelchair Access
Additional Interior Features: Living/Dining Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available,Cable Connected,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Sewer Connected,Water Available,Water Connected
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Roof: Other
Pool: Association, Community
Lot View: Beach,Ocean,Water
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Other, Patio, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Buyer Approval Required
Community Features
Community Features: Fitness, Community Mailbox, Sidewalks, Pool
Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Shuffleboard Court, Recreation Facilities, Storage, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fitness Center, Laundry, Elevator(s)
HOA Dues Include: Cable TV, Trash, Water, Insurance, Taxes, Recreation Facilities, Association Management, Pool(s), Maintenance Structure, Common Areas, Reserve Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control
Driving Directions
From I-75, take Exit 210 (Fruitville Road) and travel west approximately 10 miles toward downtown Sarasota. Continue straight as Fruitville Road becomes Gulfstream Avenue. Follow signs to St. Armands Circle and cross the John Ringling Causeway. At St. Armands Circle, take the exit onto Benjamin Franklin Drive and continue south on Lido Key for approximately 1 mile. The property, 1100 Benjamin Franklin Drive, will be located on the right-hand side directly on the Gulf of Mexico. Guest parking and building entrance are located onsite.
Financial Considerations
Terms: Cash,Conventional
Tax/Property ID: 2016143009
Tax Amount: 5481.31
Tax Year: 2025
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 1100 Benjamin Franklin Drive #305
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Schools
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