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For sale
$875,000
2beds
1,421sqft

1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE #508, SARASOTA, FL 34236

2beds
1,421sqft
Condominium
Built in 1974
1 Carport space
$616 price/sqft
$1,458/mo HOA

What's special

Open floor planLight breezy coastal-inspired interiorsPanoramic viewsEasy-care porcelain tile flooringStone countertops

Gulf-Front Stunner on Lido Key, FABULOUS, FURNISHED, and MOVE-IN READY! Come and enjoy this dreamy 2-bedroom, 2-bath beachside retreat, perched on the 5th floor, and offering panoramic views from the sparkling Gulf waters to the iconic Ringling Bridge and Sarasota Bay. Located on the edge of the white sands of Sarasota's ...

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Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4670029MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
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Living Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

Jason Moore 941-735-0028,

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-951-6660

Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4670029MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
  • Room types: Great Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: First
  • Area: 238 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14x17
Bedroom 2
  • Features: En Suite Bathroom, Tub with Separate Shower Stall, Built-in Closet
  • Level: First
  • Area: 238 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 14x17
Balcony porch lanai
  • Level: First
  • Area: 125 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 5x25
Dining room
  • Level: First
  • Area: 132 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 11x12
Kitchen
  • Level: First
  • Area: 104 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 8x13
Living room
  • Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Level: First
  • Area: 225 Square Feet
  • Dimensions: 15x15
Heating
  • Electric
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Common Area, Laundry Room
Features
  • Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters
  • Flooring: Porcelain Tile
  • Doors: Outdoor Grill, Sliding Doors
  • Windows: Window Treatments
  • Has fireplace: No
  • Furnished: Yes
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 1,821
  • Total interior livable area: 1,421 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Assigned, Covered
  • Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, Visitor Bathroom, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Kitchen, Accessible Central Living Area, Accessible Washer/Dryer
Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered
  • Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox
  • Pool features: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting, Outside Bath Access, Salt Water
  • Spa features: In Ground
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: 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, Beach Access, Beach - Access Deeded
  • Body of water: GULF OF AMERICA
Lot
  • Features: Landscaped
  • Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
  • Parcel number: 2017031036
  • Zoning: RMF4
  • Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
  • Block, Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Concrete,Membrane
Condition
  • Completed
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1974

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Public

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Buyer Approval Required, Pool
  • Pet fee: $0 monthly
  • Subdivision: LIDO BEACH CLUB
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
  • Amenities included: Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Storage
  • Services included: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Security, Sewer, Trash
  • HOA fee: $1,458 monthly
  • HOA name: Advanced Management, Inc.
  • HOA phone: 941-388-4567
Location
  • Region: Sarasota

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $616/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $785,300
  • Annual tax amount: $12,346
  • Date on market: 10/31/2025
  • Cumulative days on market: 275 days
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total actual rent: 0
  • Road surface type: Asphalt

Price history

DateEventPrice
11/26/2025Price change$875,000-2.7%$616/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670029 Report a problem
10/31/2025Listed for sale$899,000-6.4%$633/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670029 Report a problem
1/20/2022Sold$960,000+6.7%$676/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/9/2021Pending sale$899,999$633/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A4519537 Report a problem
12/7/2021Listed for sale$899,999+45.2%$633/sqft
Source: Michael Saunders & Company #A4519537 Report a problem
10/14/2020Listing removed$5,000$4/sqft
Source: SARASOTA TRUST REALTY COMPANY #A4473104 Report a problem
7/22/2020Listed for rent$5,000$4/sqft
Source: SARASOTA TRUST REALTY COMPANY #A4473104 Report a problem
5/10/2018Sold$620,000-8.1%$436/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/11/2018Pending sale$675,000$475/sqft
Source: RE/MAX PLATINUM REALTY #A4205455 Report a problem
3/13/2018Price change$675,000-0.7%$475/sqft
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3/4/2018Price change$680,000-1.3%$479/sqft
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2/16/2018Price change$689,000-1.4%$485/sqft
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1/29/2018Listed for sale$699,000+29.4%$492/sqft
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2/13/2008Sold$540,000+27.1%$380/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #A342433 Report a problem
8/25/2003Sold$425,000+167.3%$299/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/2/1996Sold$159,000$112/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$12,050 -2.4%$785,300 -4.5%
2024$12,346 -5.6%$822,100 -5.4%
2023$13,079 +35.4%$868,900 +55.9%
2022$9,658 +19.5%$557,447 +10%
2021$8,084 +7.1%$506,770 +10%
2020$7,552 -3.8%$460,700 -4.1%
2019$7,848 $480,600 -1.4%
2018$7,848 -1.7%$487,500 +20.9%
2017$7,981 +35.1%$403,161 -17.3%
2016$5,907 $487,500 +19.8%
2015$5,907 $407,000 +0.7%
2014$5,907 -9.7%$404,359
2013$6,543 +4%$404,359 +1.7%
2012$6,294 -2.8%$397,600 +11.4%
2011$6,473 +13.3%$356,840 +10%
2010$5,713 -29.1%$324,400 -21.1%
2009$8,059 $410,900 -17.3%
2008$8,059 -18.4%$496,600 -18.2%
2007$9,873 $607,000 -0.4%
2006-- $609,500 +24.4%
2005-- $489,792 +30.8%
2004$6,897 +6%$374,500 +10%
2003$6,506 +15.6%$340,470 +17%
2002$5,629 +67.8%$291,000 +65%
2001$3,355 +2.6%$176,351 +3%
2000$3,270 $171,215

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$6,780/mo
Principal & interest
$4396
HOA Fees
$1458
Property taxes
$926
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Neighborhood: Lido Key

Nearby schools

Southside Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 2.5 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Booker Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 5.2 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10
Student Progress Rating
5/10
Booker High School
Grades 9-12 • 4.5 miles
3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10
College Readiness Rating
2/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10

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