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    1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE #406, SARASOTA, FL 34236

    2beds
    1,367sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1980
    -- sqft lot
    $560,400 Zestimate®
    $388/sqft
    $5,807 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $560,400

    $532,000 - $588,000

    $5,807/mo

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    What's special

    Beautifully renovatedHeated poolFreshly paintedTwo generous en-suitesDelightful breakfast nookLarge heated poolNewer carpet
    ATTENTION ALL BEACH lovers! TURNKEY FURNISHED & TASTEFULLY DECORATED 2 Bedrooms /2.5 Baths 4th floor CORNER unit at HIGHLY DESIRED LIDO TOWERS can be yours to enjoy ocean breezes with city views, bay and PARTIAL GULF VIEWS from the master bedroom and SPECTACULAR 50ft wrap-around porch BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED! Enjoy leisurely seeing sailboats drifting by in the bay, easy to relax in style! TWO GENEROUS EN-SUITES, this is one of the LARGEST FLOOR PLANS only steps to the elevator with an EXTRA 1/2 GUEST BATHROOM adjacent to the kitchen. A chef worthy kitchen with city views boasting gorgeous granite countertops, granite backsplash, stainless appliances, modern cabinets/ decorator hardware, delightful breakfast nook, convenient pantry storage, and pass-thru to dining room and porch is ready for all your entertainment needs. MOVE-IN READY open floor plan & freshly painted with the living room and dining room having abundant natural light & living large with two sets of sliders to both front and side porches. Rich laminate flooring, NEW HURRICANE WINDOWS THROUGHOUT, plantation louvered bi-fold doors, and beautiful decorator lighting/ fans add extra value and convenience. Relax lavishly in this large master suite with panoramic 4th floor views the end unit has natural light, a spacious walk in closet, newer carpet, and a nicely upgraded ensuite bath. Guests will be impressed with the zen-like 2nd ensuite bedroom, its updated bath with brand new quartz tiled shower, designer vanity, and dimmable touch sensor LED mirror. Effortless strolling and shelling awaits on the beautiful white sands of Lido Beach for amazing sunsets or indulge in the warm gulf water as Lido Towers also has DEEDED BEACH ACCESS via Lido Surf & Sand just across the street WITH A GATED and private LOCKED ENTRANCE. This is a Secure, Gated Building with Security Cameras, Two Elevators including Outdoor Grills, Recreation Room with Sauna, Large Heated Pool, Jacuzzi plus Bicycle Rack. The community features a poolside community room for social events and parties, laundry rooms on every floor, bbq area, reserved covered parking for one, numerous guest spots, landscaped, manicured grounds, dry sauna, heated pool, jacuzzi, free WI-FI, extra storage for your beach toys and overflow, plus on-site manager. The investor-friendly rental policy allows for 1-MONTH MINIMUM RENTAL ($8,000 a month in season), 12 times per year and management offers rental services. PET FRIENDLY with one small pet allowed. Lido Towers condominium has PASSED ALL MILESTONE INSPECTIONS with no hurricane repairs, no assessments, and no HOA fee increases. NEW ROOF 2025. This amazing community has great reserves protecting your investment. If you’ve had enough of the beach and dined at the beach tiki -Ted Sperling kayak park is in the backyard and you are just minutes away from world-renowned St. Armands Circle, known for its shopping and fine dining or head over the bridge to the heart of Sarasota with its abundance of cultural venues. You’ll never lack for great things to do here with Selby Gardens, the Marina, art galleries, SRQ, UTF Mall, Barbara B.Mann plus Ringling Museum close by. Lido Beach, St. Armands Towers and Downtown Sarasota are magical sparkly sights from either one of your two balcony terraces with this special condo. DON’T DELAY & MISS OUT, this spectacular slice of paradise is perfect to start enjoying now, SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING TODAY!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nick Demers 941-585-3787,

    RE/MAX PALM REALTY 941-889-7654,

    Barbara Brooks 941-286-8669,

    RE/MAX PALM REALTY

    Bought with:

    Nick Demers, 3365095

    RE/MAX PALM REALTY

    Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: C7519088MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Port Charlotte

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Area: 196 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14x14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: First
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13x12
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: First
    • Area: 45 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9x5
    Bathroom 2
    • Level: First
    • Area: 45 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5x9
    Bathroom 3
    • Level: First
    • Area: 35 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7x5
    Balcony porch lanai
    • Level: First
    • Area: 250 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5x50
    Dinette
    • Level: First
    • Area: 70 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10x7
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10x9
    Foyer
    • Level: First
    • Area: 40 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8x5
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11x10
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20x14
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Common Area
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
    • Doors: Outdoor Grill, Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit,End Unit
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,582
    • Total interior livable area: 1,367 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Driveway, Guest
    • Carport spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Other, Outdoor Grill, Sauna
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City, Water, Bay/Harbor - Partial, Gulf/Ocean - Partial
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Partial,Gulf/Ocean - Partial
    • Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Beach Access, Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean Access, Gulf/Ocean to Bay Access, Intracoastal Waterway Access
    • Body of water: GULF OF AMERICA
    Lot
    • Size: 2.53 Acres
    • Features: City Lot
    • Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2016145042
    • Zoning: RMF3
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Architectural style: Florida
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    Materials
    • Block
    • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
    • Roof: Concrete
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1980

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Street Lights, Water Connected
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Windows

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Pool
    • Pet fee: $0 monthly
    • Subdivision: LIDO TOWERS
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Laundry, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage
    • Services included: Cable TV, Community Pool, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
    • HOA fee: $980 monthly
    • HOA name: lui buck
    • HOA phone: 941-343-3688
    Location
    • Region: Sarasota

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $388/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $553,500
    • Annual tax amount: $3,397
    • Date on market: 12/23/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 70 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Condominium
    • Total actual rent: 0
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/7/2026Sold$530,000-11.7%$388/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    3/3/2026Pending sale$599,999$439/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    2/25/2026Price change$599,999-4%$439/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    2/9/2026Price change$625,000-0.8%$457/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    1/22/2026Price change$629,900-3.1%$461/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    12/26/2025Price change$650,000-7.1%$475/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    12/23/2025Listed for sale$700,000-3.4%$512/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7519088 Report a problem
    8/20/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7494344 Report a problem
    7/5/2024Listed for sale$725,000$530/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7494344 Report a problem
    5/1/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7480196 Report a problem
    9/27/2023Price change$725,000-3.3%$530/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7480196 Report a problem
    9/7/2023Listed for sale$750,000+78.6%$549/sqft
    Source: Stellar MLS #C7480196 Report a problem
    9/13/2019Listing removed$420,000$307/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    5/20/2019Listed for sale$420,000$307/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    5/20/2019Pending sale$420,000$307/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    5/8/2019Price change$420,000-1.2%$307/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    5/6/2019Price change$425,000-1.1%$311/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    4/13/2019Price change$429,900-1.2%$314/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    4/1/2019Price change$435,000-1.1%$318/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    3/2/2019Price change$439,900-1.7%$322/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    2/7/2019Price change$447,500-0.6%$327/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    1/10/2019Listed for sale$450,000+181.3%$329/sqft
    Source: INTEGRITY REAL ESTATE OF FL #C7410104 Report a problem
    7/14/1997Sold$160,000$117/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,592 +5.7%$260,011 +2.9%
    2024$3,398 +4%$252,683 +3%
    2023$3,269 +1.7%$245,323 +3%
    2022$3,212 +0.1%$238,178 +3%
    2021$3,211 -0.8%$231,241 +1.4%
    2020$3,238 +2.9%$228,048 +2.3%
    2019$3,145 $222,921 +1.9%
    2018$3,145 +1.9%$218,764 +2.1%
    2017$3,087 +0.4%$214,264 -31.9%
    2016$3,074 $314,500 +1.5%
    2015$3,074 +0.2%$309,900 +52.1%
    2014$3,066 +0.4%$203,689
    2013$3,055 +4%$203,689 +1.7%
    2012$2,937 +4.8%$200,284 +3%
    2011$2,802 +0.2%$194,450 +1.5%
    2010$2,795 +10.1%$191,576 +2.7%
    2009$2,539 $186,539 +0.1%
    2008$2,539 -5.9%$186,353 +3%
    2007$2,699 $180,925 +2.5%
    2006-- $176,512 +3%
    2005-- $171,371 +3%
    2004$2,690 -0.6%$166,380 +1.9%
    2003$2,707 +2.4%$163,278 +2.4%
    2002$2,643 +6.9%$159,451 +1.6%
    2001$2,472 +3%$156,940 +3%
    2000$2,399 $152,369
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Lido Key

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Southside Elementary
    • Middle: Sarasota Middle
    • High: Sarasota High

    Source: Stellar MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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