Experience luxury gulf-front living at L’Elegance on Lido Key Beach. This beautifully updated two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico from every room. Recent updates include a contemporary and chic kitchen and bath design, porcelain tile flooring throughout, remote-control shades and a built-in Murphy bed in the second bedroom, ideal for maximizing comfort and functionality. A custom-designed window expansion in the primary bedroom enhances natural light and adds additional views of the Gulf vistas. Designed for comfort and elegance, the primary bath is a luxury retreat, showcasing a large soaking tub, an oversized walk-in shower and separate vanities. Both bedrooms and the living room have sliding glass doors to open to a full-length private balcony, extending the living space outdoors and offering a setting for peaceful mornings and breathtaking sunsets over the water. An additional plus is the unit features a full-size washer and dryer in the spacious in-unit laundry room. Other features are the remodel in 2022, air conditioner replaced in 2021 and water heater in 2021. The property also has a dedicated parking space in the parking garage. Directly on the Gulf of Mexico, L’Elegance is one of Lido Key’s premier beachfront communities. The building showcases expansive views of the Gulf, Sarasota Bay and downtown Sarasota skyline, and offers an exceptional array of amenities including an 85-foot year-round heated lap pool, Gulf-front spa, wading pool, direct private beach access, two Har-Tru tennis courts, a well-equipped fitness center with dry saunas in men’s and women’s locker rooms, underground assigned parking, and a gated entry with a state-of-the-art security access system. Gated with onsite guard and onsite management. Whether as a full-time residence or a coastal retreat, this exceptional home delivers the quintessential Lido Key lifestyle with luxury amenities, direct beachfront living and proximity to world-class dining, shopping and Sarasota’s vibrant cultural scene. Possible opportunity to purchase turnkey furnished. Please ask listing agent #1.
Sold for $1,650,000
$1,650,000
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE #A205, SARASOTA, FL 34236
2beds
1,350sqft
Condominium
Built in 1996
-- sqft lot
$1,630,300 Zestimate®
$1,222/sqft
$5,440 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,630,300
$1.48M - $1.79M
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Wading poolDirect private beach accessGulf-front spaTwo har-tru tennis courtsRemote-control shadesFull-length private balcony
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Listed by:
Liz Snyder 727-424-6444,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000,
Lisa Morreale 941-400-9038,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Matthew Clayton, 3593715
PREFERRED SHORE LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4673088
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room, Storage Rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 208.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.9x16.2
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Split Vanities, Tub with Separate Shower Stall
- Level: First
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 53.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x8.9
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 101.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5x15.6
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,910
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Underground
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Sidewalk, Tennis Court(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, Water, Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Gulf/Ocean - Full
- Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Gulf/Ocean, Gulf/Ocean Access
Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 2017104010
- Zoning: WFR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Public, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Gated Community, Security Gate
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: L ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Security, Sewer, Trash
- HOA fee: $2,427 monthly
- HOA name: Rolf Visser
- HOA phone: 941-388-1819
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,541,200
- Annual tax amount: $14,767
- Date on market: 11/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 88 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Sold | $1,650,000-7.6%$1,222/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4673088 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,785,000$1,322/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4673088 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $1,785,000-4.3%$1,322/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4673088 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2025 | Price change | $1,865,000-4.4%$1,381/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4673088 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+473.5%$1,444/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4673088 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2019 | Listing removed | $6,500$5/sqft |
Source: ROSSI & COMPANY INC #A4203408 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2018 | Listed for rent | $6,500$5/sqft |
Source: ROSSI & COMPANY INC #A4203408 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/1998 | Sold | $340,000$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,382 +5% | $1,051,623 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $14,650 +2.7% | $1,021,985 +3% |
| 2023 | $14,267 +31.4% | $992,218 +31.8% |
| 2022 | $10,860 -0.8% | $752,930 +3% |
| 2021 | $10,952 +5.4% | $731,000 +14.6% |
| 2020 | $10,389 -9.2% | $637,900 -9.6% |
| 2019 | $11,438 | $705,600 -8.3% |
| 2018 | $11,438 -8.4% | $769,500 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $12,491 +8.5% | $762,520 +10% |
| 2016 | $11,508 | $693,200 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $11,508 +10.7% | $683,000 +22.2% |
| 2014 | $10,397 +5.6% | $559,100 |
| 2013 | $9,845 +2.5% | $559,100 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $9,604 +5.4% | $557,100 +3.5% |
| 2011 | $9,108 -35.9% | $538,100 -35.3% |
| 2010 | $14,207 +13% | $831,600 +7.4% |
| 2009 | $12,571 | $774,000 -1.4% |
| 2008 | $12,571 -13.7% | $784,700 -13.2% |
| 2007 | $14,568 | $904,200 -3% |
| 2006 | -- | $932,200 +33% |
| 2005 | -- | $700,816 +13.4% |
| 2004 | $11,147 +12.6% | $618,000 +16.6% |
| 2003 | $9,903 +21.4% | $529,859 +21% |
| 2002 | $8,156 +25.9% | $437,900 +20% |
| 2001 | $6,476 +23.3% | $364,886 +25% |
| 2000 | $5,251 | $291,909 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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: 5.4 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southside Elementary
- Middle: Booker 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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- Florida
- Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- 34236
- Lido Key
- 1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE Unit A205
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