Welcome to Your Beach Retreat at Lido Towers where luxury meets laid-back coastal living on the stunning shores of Lido Key. Lido Towers was built on a raised foundation — the only condo on Lido never to experience flooding This beautifully updated turnkey-furnished condo offers an exclusive gated beach access directly across the street on the north side of Lido Surf and Sand. Step inside to discover a bright, open-concept floor plan designed with coastal elegance in mind. NEW WINDOWS and SLIDERS April 2026 and 2023 renovated kitchen features sleek modern finishes, quartz, while light-toned flooring enhances the airy, beachy feel throughout the unit. The spacious primary suite offers a fully updated en-suite bathroom with contemporary fixtures, and an additional updated half bath adds convenience for guests. Relax and unwind on your private south-facing balcony, perfect for soaking in the Florida sunshine. Additional highlights include AC installed in 2024, Pet-friendly building, New Roof, New carports, plus ample guest, and second-vehicle parking, lots of storage and bicycle parking. There is Laundry facilities on every floor. Exceptional Amenities: Enjoy the newly updated heated pool, jacuzzi spa, and expansive sunset deck with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and poolside tables. Host gatherings in the club room, complete with kitchen, seating, and BBQ. Fully funded updates to lobby, clubhouse, balconies, elevators, and new fitness equipment coming in 2026. Investment Opportunity: One of the few rental-friendly buildings on Lido Key, Lido Towers allows monthly rentals up to 12 times per year — an income-generating opportunity made even easier with an on-site rental agent. Peace of Mind Comes Standard: Milestone inspections completed, Fully funded reserves, No upcoming assessments. Location, Location, Lifestyle: Steps from Ted Sperling Park for kayaking, paddle boarding, and exploring lush mangrove forests. A short stroll to St. Armands Circle for shopping, dining, and art. Free trolley stops in front of building to downtown Sarasota for world-class dining and entertainment. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise in one of Lido Key’s most desirable communities.
For sale
$535,000
1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 511, Sarasota, FL 34236
1beds
813sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1980
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$658/sqft
$979/mo HOA
What's special
New roofCoastal eleganceBright open-concept floor planRaised foundation
- 400 days |
- 133 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Maureen Doherty 941-993-3159,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-951-6660
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4643855
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 19.68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.1x4.8
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 20.09 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.1x4.9
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x14
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 77.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x9.7
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 888
- Total interior livable area: 813 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Open
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Storage
- Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Access
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 2016145060
- Zoning: RMF3
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Completed
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Pool
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: LIDO TOWERS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Security, Storage
- Services included: Cable TV, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $979 monthly
- HOA name: Casey Realty Corp
- HOA phone: 941-922-3391
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $658/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $342,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,166
- Date on market: 3/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 401 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $535,000+85.8%$658/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4643855 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2016 | Sold | $288,000$354/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4146619 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,332 +3.2% | $340,989 +10% |
| 2024 | $5,166 +6% | $309,990 +10% |
| 2023 | $4,875 +8.8% | $281,809 +10% |
| 2022 | $4,479 +18.6% | $256,190 +10% |
| 2021 | $3,776 +5.5% | $232,900 +8.6% |
| 2020 | $3,578 -4.4% | $214,500 -4.9% |
| 2019 | $3,743 | $225,500 -4.8% |
| 2018 | $3,743 -4.8% | $236,800 |
| 2017 | $3,934 -2.6% | $236,800 |
| 2016 | $4,040 | $236,800 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,040 +9.6% | $233,300 +20% |
| 2014 | $3,686 +5.5% | $194,400 |
| 2013 | $3,494 +7.6% | $194,400 +5.7% |
| 2012 | $3,248 +0.6% | $184,000 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $3,228 -12.4% | $185,400 -11.7% |
| 2010 | $3,685 -13.3% | $210,000 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $4,252 | $237,200 -9% |
| 2008 | $4,252 -17% | $260,700 -16.8% |
| 2007 | $5,123 | $313,500 -7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $339,100 +29.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $261,500 +41% |
| 2004 | $3,444 +24.1% | $185,504 +30% |
| 2003 | $2,775 +30.7% | $142,695 +35% |
| 2002 | $2,124 +14.6% | $105,700 +10% |
| 2001 | $1,854 +2.6% | $96,067 +3% |
| 2000 | $1,807 | $93,269 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,111/mo
Principal & interest
$2566
HOA Fees
$979
Property taxes
$566
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Lido Key
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 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
- 1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 511
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