Welcome to your direct beachfront 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominium located in the highly desirable Key Tower South on Lido Key featuring panoramic views of the Bay, Ringling Bridge, Sarasota City skyline and Gulf of Mexico. Enter through the front door of this corner unit into a welcoming foyer, ideal for showcasing large-scale artwork, where the eye is immediately drawn toward the light-filled main living and dining area beyond. The open layout is beautifully accented by hand-laid dentil and picture frame molding, creating a sense of timeless refinement. The dining room is perfectly positioned to capture the mesmerizing Gulf view and sunsets, while the adjoining enclosed Florida Room reveals sweeping vistas of Sarasota Bay, the Ringling Bridge, and the Downtown skyline—a front-row seat to dazzling fireworks and twinkling city lights. The kitchen combines classic craftsmanship with thoughtful design, featuring wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a peninsula with generous seating for casual dining. Tile flooring flows throughout the main living spaces, enhancing the coastal ease of this well-appointed home. The primary suite is a serene retreat, offering gorgeous water views, new plush carpeting, and private access to the Florida Room. A spacious walk-in closet provides ample storage, while the en suite bath showcases granite countertops and a tub-shower combination. The guest bedroom is equally inviting, featuring new carpet, a walk-in closet, and stunning views that mirror the home’s tranquil setting. Additional conveniences include a dedicated covered carport and private storage locker located in the shared laundry room. Key Tower South is a meticulously maintained beachfront community boasting 201 feet of pristine Gulf frontage. Residents enjoy a heated beachside pool with an expansive sundeck for soaking in the endless horizon, as well as direct access to the sugar-white sands just steps from home. The first-floor community spaces were fully remodeled in 2025, offering a stylish and welcoming lobby, fitness room, library, and social room with a catering kitchen—perfect for gatherings. Additional amenities include saunas with showers, bicycle storage, and on-site management ensuring effortless living. Set on the quiet, walkable streets of Lido Key, the neighborhood offers a relaxed, beachside lifestyle. Spend your days exploring South Lido Park’s nature trails and kayak launches, strolling to the boutique shops and cafés of St. Armands Circle, or crossing the iconic Ringling Bridge into downtown Sarasota’s vibrant cultural and dining scene. Even SRQ Airport is just minutes away, adding convenience to this idyllic coastal address.
Sold for $650,000
$650,000
1750 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT 9G, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,548sqft
Condominium
Built in 1970
-- sqft lot
$649,600 Zestimate®
$420/sqft
$7,095 Estimated rent
Home value
$649,600
$598,000 - $708,000
$7,095/mo
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Listing Provided by:
Lenore Treiman 941-356-9642,
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY 941-951-6660
Bought with:
Non-Member Agent
STELLAR NON-MEMBER OFFICE
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4670769
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
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
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bonus room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x16
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x20
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Common Area, Corridor Access, Same Floor As Condo Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,548
- Total interior livable area: 1,548 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay/Harbor - Full, Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full,Beach,Gulf/Ocean - Partial
- Waterfront features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Gulf/Ocean, Beach Access, Gulf/Ocean Access
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Features: FloodZone, City Lot, Sidewalk
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 2017101059
- Zoning: RMF4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Built-Up
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry
Community
- Community features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Sarasota
- Subdivision: KEY TOWER SOUTH
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $1,399 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Pool, Storage
- Services included: Cable TV, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association name: Kelli
- Association phone: 941-388-3541
Other fees
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $650,000-10.3%$420/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #A4670769 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $725,000$468/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670769 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$468/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670769 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2026 | Price change | $750,000-5.7%$484/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $795,000$514/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #A4670769 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,992 -0.1% | $349,592 -2.2% |
| 2024 | $4,997 +3.4% | $357,540 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,834 +3.2% | $347,126 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,683 -0.3% | $337,016 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,695 -2.7% | $327,200 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $4,825 +1.9% | $327,900 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $4,735 | $323,181 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $4,735 +1.8% | $317,155 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $4,653 -1.4% | $310,632 -25% |
| 2016 | $4,719 | $414,200 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,719 +0.2% | $408,100 +38.2% |
| 2014 | $4,711 +0.7% | $295,300 |
| 2013 | $4,677 +2.5% | $295,300 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $4,562 -15.7% | $294,100 -15.8% |
| 2011 | $5,410 -19.6% | $349,200 -17.6% |
| 2010 | $6,732 -16.2% | $423,900 -14.4% |
| 2009 | $8,034 | $495,100 -7.3% |
| 2008 | $8,034 -3.4% | $534,200 +0% |
| 2007 | $8,316 | $533,945 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $520,922 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $505,750 +22.9% |
| 2004 | $7,552 +11.6% | $411,533 +16% |
| 2003 | $6,768 +27.6% | $354,770 +30% |
| 2002 | $5,303 +46.1% | $272,900 +42% |
| 2001 | $3,629 +2.6% | $192,209 +3% |
| 2000 | $3,538 | $186,611 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lido Key
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Booker Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 3/10Booker High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Southside Elementary
- Middle: Booker Middle
- High: Booker 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
- 1750 Benjamin Franklin Dr Apartment 9G