About 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive 604
The best of both worlds at Lido Beach Club - beachfront living just minutes to St Armands and downtown Sarasota. Fully updated, this beautiful condo offers wide open Gulf and Sarasota Bay views. Every night a stunning sunset and the sparkle of lights downtown. This well-appointed residence features impact-rated windows and doors, updated plumbing and electrical, KraftMaid cabinetry, GE Café matte white appliances, quartz countertops and backsplash, recessed lighting, luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom closets, automated blinds, and ceiling fans. Bathrooms feature fog-free, backlit mirrors and glass-enclosed showers. The open-concept offers two spacious bedrooms in a split-bedroom layout for added privacy. Enjoy beach breezes from the 30-foot open balcony. Additional features include an updated water heater (June 2024) and two storage lockers, including a private beach locker and a 6th-floor locker. Lido Beach Club offers a heated beachfront pool, fitness center, pickleball court, covered assigned parking, social room, library, game tables, grilling area, serenity garden, beach chairs, and on-site management. Explore Sarasota Bay and the mangroves by paddleboard or kayak, or head to St. Armands Circle for shopping, dining and entertainment. The Bay Runner Trolley provides complimentary rides throughout the day and evening to St. Armands and downtown Sarasota. Whether you're seeking a serene beach retreat or easy access to the energy of Sarasota, this location offers both—quiet coastal living with world-class dining, shopping, nature, and downtown attractions all close at hand.
Features of 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive 604
| MLS® # | A4706813 |
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| Price | $899,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,421 |
| Year Built | 1974 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Condominium |
| Status | Active |
| Condo Fees | $4,300 |
| Condo Fees Freq. | Quarterly |
| Has CDD | N |
| Property Taxes | $13,190 |
Pets Information
| Pets Allowed | No |
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Rentals Section
| Mininum Lease | 3 Months |
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Community Information
| Address | 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive 604 |
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| Area | Sarasota |
| Subdivision | LIDO BEACH CLUB |
| City | SARASOTA |
| County | Sarasota |
| State | FL |
| Zip Code | 34236-2215 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Lobby Key Required, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Storage |
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| Parking | Assigned, Covered |
| View | City, Water |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Beach, Gulf/Ocean |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Central, Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 13 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony, Lighting, Sliding Doors, Storage |
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| Lot Description | Landscaped, Level |
| Roof | Built-Up |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| Elementary | Southside Elementary |
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| Middle | Booker Middle |
| High | Sarasota High |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 22nd, 2026 |
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| Zoning | RMF4 |
| Maintenance Includes | Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY |
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