1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive #201, Sarasota, FL 34236
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Thomas Group
Listed by: camille buck
Office: michael saunders & company
MLS#:A4676690
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$700,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$464.19
About this home
Corner Unit 201 at Lido Towers is the kind of Lido Key opportunity that doesn’t come along often—easy, coastal living with flexible rental options when you want them. Located on the Northwest side of the building, this residence captures refreshing Gulf breezes and beautiful natural light, with windows on two sides that keep the space feeling open and bright all day long. The 2023 remodeled kitchen is a standout, featuring an enlarged opening to the dining room that instantly improves flow for entertaining and everyday living. The great room and eat-in kitchen connect seamlessly to a screened wrap-around balcony that adds approximately 215 sq. ft. of outdoor living space—maintained by the association, so your time is spent enjoying Lido, not working on it. And then there’s the lifestyle piece that matters most: private beach access directly across the street—a true owners-and-guests-only oasis where you can slip away for sunrise walks, afternoon reads under the Palm Trees, and those classic Sarasota sunset strolls without the public crowds. Lido Towers offers a heated pool, whirlpool, outdoor grills, north and south elevators, and a 5' x 6' storage locker on your floor for personal use. Both bedrooms have private bathroom access, and both baths feature newer cabinets and fixtures. Major updates add peace of mind with a new A/C (Dec. 2025), new roof, and recently updated elevators and entryways. The building is pet- and rental-friendly, and Unit 201 has strong rental history with approximately $14,000 in rental income and existing reservations already in place for 2026 February - March. Condo dues are $997 and include water—a real value on Lido Key. If you’ve been waiting for a smart way to own on the Key—enjoy it now, rent it when you want, and keep it simple—this is your moment to stake your claim and start living the Lido life.
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Home facts
- Year built:1980
- Listing ID #:A4676690
- Added:59 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 10, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Tile
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Solid Surface Counters
- Bedroom Description:Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement Description:Pillar/Post/Pier
- Living area:1,293 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Concrete, Membrane
- Year built:1980
- Building area:1,293 sq. ft.
- Lot Features:Near Public Transit
- Construction Materials:Concrete
- Exterior Features:Balcony, Covered Porch/Patio, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Screened, Wrap Around
- Foundation Description:Pillar/post/pier
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Sarasota High
- Middle school:Booker Middle
- Elementary school:Southside Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$700,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$464.19
- Tax amount:$8,455 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry features:Laundry Room, Same Floor As Condo Unit
- Amenities:Cable Connected, Cable TV, Ceiling Fans(s), Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator(s), Irrigation Equipment, Laundry, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Solid Surface Counters, Spa/Hot Tub, Split Bedroom, Sprinkler Well, Storage, Vehicle Restrictions, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Pool features:In Ground, Pool, Public Pool
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