Panoramic front-row views of Sarasota’s epic coastline from this 12th-floor residence at Lido Beach Club. Live inspired every day surrounded by blue skies, turquoise waters and spectacular Florida sunsets. Quietly removed from the ordinary at the south end of Lido Key, yet convenient to world-class amenities at St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota… Beach, sunsets, restaurants, marketplaces, entertainment, galleries and parks are all nearby — love the Sarasota lifestyle! This 1,532-square-foot residence lives large with an open floor plan where the wide-open water views provide a delightful sense of place. Both bedrooms also enchant you with floor-to-ceiling windows, walk-in closets and en-suite baths. The spacious kitchen has solid-wood cabinets, granite countertops and cabinet pantry with pull-out drawers. Good to know that washer/dryer is allowed in residence. Lido Beach Club is a professionally managed building. Amenities include heated pool with Tiki seating areas, gated access to Lido Beach, serenity garden, well-equipped fitness room, and social room that can be booked for private functions. Each residence has one assigned parking spot and additional storage in the ground-floor storage room. Excellent location with the beach at your back yard, South Lido Park nature preserve across the road, the Ritz Tiki Beach Bar next door, one mile to world-famous St. Armands Circle, and only four miles to downtown Sarasota. Ride the complimentary Lido Shuttle to and from St. Armands Circle, or the Sarasota Bay Runner trolley to downtown destinations. Life is good on the beach! Please see virtual walk-through and video.
Sold for $1,400,000 on 12/23/22
$1,400,000
1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT 1202, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,532sqft
Condominium
Built in 1974
-- sqft lot
$1,325,300 Zestimate®
$914/sqft
$5,852 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 26, 2024 at 08:08pm
Listing Provided by:
Peter Laughlin 941-356-8428,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 941-364-4000,
Stephanie Deshaies 941-780-3229,
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Bought with:
Traute Winsor, 0621713
PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4549649
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: 16x19
Primary bathroom
- Features: Granite Counters, Shower No Tub, Single Vanity
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14x10
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 4x8.5
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Pantry
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9x15
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14x16
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Corridor Access, Inside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Shutters, Hurricane Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,707
- Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Sidewalk, Storage
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Pool, Water, Gulf/Ocean - Full, Gulf/Ocean to Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Gulf/Ocean - Full,Gulf/Ocean to Bay
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Gulf/Ocean, Gulf/Ocean Access
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO & SARASOTA BAY
Lot
- Features: City Lot, In County, Level, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2017031093
- Zoning: RMF4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
- Roof: Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
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 & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Water Access, Waterfront, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Sarasota
- Subdivision: LIDO BEACH CLUB
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $833 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Storage
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Linda White
- Association phone: 941-388-4567
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 45600
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
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Estimated market value
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