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$685,000 - 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive 206, SARASOTA

2
Bedrooms
3
Baths
1,367
SQ. Feet
1980
Year Built

Welcome to your move-in ready, no-second-thoughts condo. Perfectly positioned on the second floor of the desirable North Tower, this beautifully updated residence captures the morning sunshine in the kitchen and dining area while offering a spacious wraparound balcony—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the coastal breeze. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the home features new impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows, updated window treatments, beautiful wood-look plank tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry in the kitchen and all the bathrooms, and elegant stone countertops that blend style with everyday functionality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this condo offers exceptional flexibility with monthly rentals permitted and pet-friendly living for pets up to 25 pounds. The low monthly maintenance fee of just $979 includes many of the conveniences buyers appreciate, making ownership easy and enjoyable. Just moments from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Sarasota's vibrant waterfront, this is your opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle without compromise.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #:
    A4699522
  • Price:
    $685,000
  • Bedrooms:
    2
  • Bathrooms:
    3.00
  • Full Baths:
    2
  • Half Baths:
    1
  • Square Footage:
    1,367
  • Year Built:
    1980
  • Type:
    Residential
  • Sub-Type:
    Condominium
  • Style:
    Florida
  • Status:
    Active

Community Information

  • Address:
    1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive 206
  • Area:
    Sarasota
  • Subdivision:
    LIDO TOWERS
  • City:
    SARASOTA
  • County:
    Sarasota
  • State:
    FL
  • Zip Code:
    34236-2292

Amenities

  • Amenities:
    Elevator(s), Laundry, Maintenance, Pool, Storage, Vehicle Restrictions
  • Parking:
    Guest, Reserved

Interior

  • Interior Features:
    Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances:
    Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Heating:
    Central, Electric
  • Cooling:
    Central Air
  • # of Stories:
    6

Exterior

  • Exterior Features:
    Balcony, Irrigation System, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sliding Doors
  • Lot Description:
    CoastalConstruction Control Line, FloodZone, City Lot, Near Public Transit
  • Roof:
    Built-Up
  • Foundation:
    Pillar/Post/Pier

School Information

  • Elementary:
    Southside Elementary
  • Middle:
    Booker Middle
  • High:
    Sarasota High

Additional Information

  • Days on Market:
    61
  • Zoning:
    RMF3

Listing Details

  • Listing Office:
    Michael Saunders & Company

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Listing information last updated on September 15th, 2026 at 9:22pm EDT.