Full-on Gulf-front residence close to everything that makes Sarasota one of the best places to live, visit and retire -- sand, sea, sunsets, nightlife, shopping and dining. Wide open Gulf views from every room, including a Florida room with wrap-around, wall-to-wall windows. The sunsets are spectacular! At 1,692 total sq. ft., this residence lives large with two bedrooms, two full baths, Florida room and an open kitchen/great room/dining living area. A shared utility room on the floor has an assigned storage locker, as well as washer and dryer. The first-floor community space features floor-to-ceiling Gulf-view windows in the lobby, well-equipped fitness center, and social room with catering kitchen. Lido Regency is a fully-funded condominium with an active social lifestyle. First-floor amenities also include shower/changing rooms, outdoor grills and kayak/paddleboard storage. The beach-side pool area features a heated pool/spa. Wonderfully located between the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay, Lido Regency claims a prime piece of beachfront on south Lido Key where coastal living is on island time. The beach is your backyard. The mangrove tunnels at Ted Sperling Park are out your front door. It’s just one mile to the shops and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, and only four miles over the Ringling Bridge to downtown Sarasota for more shops and restaurants, plus art galleries, farmers market and performing arts. Free Bay Runner trolley from south Lido to St. Armands and downtown. Your best beach life starts right here. You can literally roll out of bed and step out onto the powdery white sands of Lido Beach. “Life is a Beach” is the real deal when you live in this coastal condo on Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida.
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
1700 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE #2D, SARASOTA, FL 34236
2beds
1,492sqft
Condominium
Built in 1968
-- sqft lot
$941,500 Zestimate®
$704/sqft
$7,633 Estimated rent
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Well-equipped fitness centerWall-to-wall windowsOutdoor grillsTed sperling parkFull-on gulf-front residenceFarmers marketFlorida room
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Listed by:
Nancy Endara 941-323-1700,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000
Bought with:
Doug Parks, 3105565
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4592817
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Single Vanity, Tub With Shower
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5x10
Dining room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x9
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16x7
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 5x8
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9x11
Living room
- Features: Built-In Shelving, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23x13
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Corridor Access
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,617
- Total interior livable area: 1,492 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Gulf/Ocean, Gulf/Ocean Access
Lot
- Features: City Lot, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2017103004
- Zoning: RMF4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LIDO REGENCY
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Spa/Hot Tub
- Services included: Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $1,370 monthly
- HOA name: Loren Barry/Lido Regency
- HOA phone: 941-388-3003
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $704/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $612,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,388
- Date on market: 12/19/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 115 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2024 | Sold | $1,050,000-4.5%$704/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4592817 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$737/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4592817 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2024 | Price change | $1,100,000-8.3%$737/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4592817 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+321.1%$804/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4592817 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/1997 | Sold | $285,000$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,508 -9.9% | $612,000 +7.1% |
| 2024 | $10,548 +12.4% | $571,398 +10% |
| 2023 | $9,388 +16.4% | $519,453 +10% |
| 2022 | $8,065 +16.9% | $472,230 +10% |
| 2021 | $6,897 +4.2% | $429,300 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $6,621 -19.6% | $400,900 -20.3% |
| 2019 | $8,231 | $503,300 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $8,231 +5.7% | $474,000 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,787 +16.6% | $464,640 -2% |
| 2016 | $6,677 | $474,000 +23.4% |
| 2015 | $6,677 -0.7% | $384,000 +7.2% |
| 2014 | $6,725 +5.6% | $358,100 |
| 2013 | $6,371 +2.5% | $358,100 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $6,217 +5% | $356,900 +3.8% |
| 2011 | $5,920 -20.7% | $343,900 -20.2% |
| 2010 | $7,464 -16.5% | $431,100 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $8,940 | $487,100 -12.3% |
| 2008 | $8,940 -13.2% | $555,400 -12.7% |
| 2007 | $10,298 | $636,500 -9.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $706,450 +17.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $601,145 +20.9% |
| 2004 | $9,029 +18.3% | $497,368 +23% |
| 2003 | $7,634 +23% | $404,364 +24% |
| 2002 | $6,209 +65.9% | $326,100 +62% |
| 2001 | $3,743 +2.5% | $201,310 +3% |
| 2000 | $3,652 | $195,447 |
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Neighborhood: Lido Key
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southside Elementary
- Middle: Booker Middle
- High: Booker 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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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34236
- Lido Key
- 1700 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE Unit 2D
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