1212 Ben Franklin Drive #1205, Sarasota, FL 34236
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Lifestyles Realty
Listed by: fritz mayr
Office: overseas realty, inc
MLS#:A4678386
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$689,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$523.56
- Monthly HOA dues:$1,341.33
About this home
Experience sweeping Gulf panoramas from this 12th-floor ocean-view condo at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Unit 1205, on Lido Key, Sarasota 34236. Bright, open living and dining areas flow to a private balcony perfect for sunset watching and coastal breezes. The well-planned kitchen offers ample storage and stone counters; the spacious bedroom suite features generous closets and an updated bath. Building amenities include direct beach access, heated seaside pool, fitness room, club/meeting space, on-site management, secure lobby, and assigned covered parking. Minutes to St. Armands Circle, dining, boutiques, and downtown Sarasota arts. Whether a full-time residence or a lock-and-leave retreat, this residence combines effortless beachfront living with outstanding convenience. Maintenance fee typically covers building insurance, water/sewer/trash, cable/internet, and common-area care (verify). Pet and rental policies per association.
Highlights: Gulf & beach views • Private balcony • Elevator building with security • Heated pool & fitness • Covered parking • Prime Lido Key location near St. Armands & downtown.
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Home facts
- Year built:1973
- Listing ID #:A4678386
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:January 23, 2026 at 07:11 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:1
- Total bathrooms:1
- Full bathrooms:1
- Living area:1,116 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Concrete
- Year built:1973
- Building area:1,116 sq. ft.
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Available, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$689,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$523.56
- Tax amount:$3,056 (2025)
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