1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive #A905, Sarasota, FL 34236
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Thomas Group
Listed by: lisa garcia
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:A4692060
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$785.34
About this home
Wake each morning to sweeping Gulf views and end each day with Sarasota’s legendary sunsets from this ninth-floor residence at L’Elegance on Lido Beach.
Positioned directly on the Gulf, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,350 square feet of living space and an expansive Gulf-front terrace designed to capture panoramic water views and coastal breezes. The living area, primary suite, and guest bedroom all enjoy direct Gulf exposure—an exceptional feature that allows nearly every primary living space to capture breathtaking beachfront views.
What truly sets this residence apart is the rare opportunity already in motion. A full coastal-modern renovation is planned, with open permits in place and a contractor ready to begin. Renovation plans allow the next owner to move forward without typical delays while personalizing finishes.
Recent Sarasota County-led beach renourishment, completed just weeks ago, has significantly widened the shoreline, enhancing both the beauty and long-term stability of this Gulf-front setting.
Ideally located on the quiet south end of Lido Key, this residence enjoys a more private beachfront environment while remaining just moments from the renowned shopping and dining of St. Armands Circle and the cultural attractions of downtown Sarasota.
L’Elegance is one of Lido Key’s most sought-after beachfront communities, offering a 24-hour guarded entrance, resort-style Gulf-front pool and spa, newly updated fitness center with modern equipment, tennis courts, clubhouse, and private deeded beach access. The community is currently enhancing each residential floor with modern finishes, reflecting ongoing investment and pride of ownership throughout the building.
Whether envisioned as a refined seasonal escape or a full-time coastal residence, this property presents a rare opportunity to create a custom-designed Gulf-front home in one of Sarasota’s premier beachfront locations....
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Home facts
- Year built:1996
- Listing ID #:A4692060
- Added:2 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 04, 2026 at 11:56 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Carpet, Wood
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Solid Wood Cabinets
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Basement Description:Pillar/Post/Pier
- Living area:1,350 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Zoned
- Heating:Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Built-Up
- Year built:1996
- Building area:1,350 sq. ft.
- Lot area:5.09 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Paved, Sidewalk
- Construction Materials:Concrete
- Exterior Features:Balcony, Lighting, Porch, Tennis Court(s)
- 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:$1,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$785.34
- Tax amount:$19,414 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Cable Available, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Irrigation Equipment, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Pool features:Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Public Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Assigned, Attached Garage, Basement, Covered, Deeded, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Guest
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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