You will be enchanted by direct Beach Views over the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico from every room in this West, Northwest facing condo on the 5th floor of St Armands Towers North in the desirable “Sunset Stack”. Breathtaking water views set the stage in this bright and tastefully furnished 1,389 sq. ft. residence, with 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, perfect for a vacation home or year-round living, with the furnishings included. A private 40-ft long balcony overlooking Lido Beach offers the ultimate oasis to take in the sights and sounds of island life, accessible from sliding doors in the living room and both bedrooms. The spacious primary suite offers spectacular views of Lido beach, as well as St Armands Circle and Pansy’s Bayou, with an ensuite bathroom to complete the space including a walk-in closet. An additional bedroom with mesmerizing Gulf views is the ideal space for guests. Electric hurricane shutters on all windows, one covered carport space, and a private storage closet is included. A landmark on Lido Key, St Armand Towers North boasts one of Sarasota’s most iconic locations one block from St Armands Circle’s many shops and restaurants, and directly across from Lido Beach. The island resort lifestyle is ingrained in this lovely community with amenities that include a heated pool with Gulf Views, exercise facility, community room/library, onsite Maintenance Supervisor, and a full-time office manager. Whether you appreciate leisurely pursuits like shopping and dining on the Circle, strolling the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach, or you prefer to seek adventure-packed bicycling, kayaking, or paddleboard excursions, this ultimate location offers it all within walking distance, and is just around the corner from the free-trolley stop to downtown Sarasota, and all that it offers.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
1 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT 56, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,389sqft
Condominium
Built in 1968
-- sqft lot
$1,215,000 Zestimate®
$1,044/sqft
$5,723 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,215,000
$1.09M - $1.36M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Doug Parks 941-400-9087,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-388-4447
Bought with:
Mary Clarke, 0677658
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4571962
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14x22
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x12
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 7x40
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12x12
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15x29
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Shutters, Window Treatments, Hurricane Shutters/Windows
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,669
- Total interior livable area: 1,389 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bayou, Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full, Intracoastal Waterway
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bayou,Beach,Gulf/Ocean - Full,Intracoastal Waterway
- Body of water: LIDO BEACH / GULF OF MEXICO
Details
- Parcel number: 2015161025
- Zoning: RMF5
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Florida
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab, Raised
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Fitness Center, Pool
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: ST ARMAND TOWERS NORTH
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $1,167 monthly
- HOA name: Al Menasco
- HOA phone: 941-388-2922
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,044/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $973,500
- Annual tax amount: $10,281
- Date on market: 5/30/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 77 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2024 | Listing removed | $1,400,000$1,008/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4592833 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2024 | Price change | $1,400,000-6.7%$1,008/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4592833 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+3.4%$1,080/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4592833 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Sold | $1,450,000-3.3%$1,044/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4571962 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2023 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$1,080/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4571962 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2023 | Price change | $1,500,000-3.2%$1,080/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4571962 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+63.2%$1,116/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4571962 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2006 | Sold | $950,000$684/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,841 -1.7% | $973,500 -3.7% |
| 2024 | $15,101 +28.6% | $1,011,100 +50.8% |
| 2023 | $11,741 +14.2% | $670,340 +10% |
| 2022 | $10,281 +16.8% | $609,400 +10% |
| 2021 | $8,803 +6.1% | $554,000 +9.1% |
| 2020 | $8,300 -4.5% | $508,000 -4.9% |
| 2019 | $8,691 | $533,900 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $8,691 +7.9% | $492,200 |
| 2017 | $8,051 +5.8% | $492,200 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $7,607 | $493,400 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $7,607 +10.4% | $441,900 +16.4% |
| 2014 | $6,890 +1.2% | $379,500 |
| 2013 | $6,805 -2% | $379,500 -4.2% |
| 2012 | $6,942 -14.5% | $396,098 -16.7% |
| 2011 | $8,119 -6.9% | $475,400 -5.3% |
| 2010 | $8,716 -13% | $501,800 -4.6% |
| 2009 | $10,024 | $526,200 -15.1% |
| 2008 | $10,024 -8.6% | $620,000 -8.1% |
| 2007 | $10,968 | $674,300 -1% |
| 2006 | -- | $681,000 +27.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $535,000 -2.8% |
| 2004 | $10,041 +13.5% | $550,541 +18% |
| 2003 | $8,844 +32.8% | $466,560 +35% |
| 2002 | $6,657 +55.5% | $345,600 +52% |
| 2001 | $4,280 +2.6% | $227,340 +3% |
| 2000 | $4,173 | $220,718 |
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Neighborhood: Lido Key
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