475 Benjamin Franklin Drive 215, SARASOTA, FL

$475,000

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1

Bed

1

Bath

593

Square feet

1.04

Acres

About 475 Benjamin Franklin Drive 215

Located directly across from Lido Beach, this fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the Lido Dorset building offers the perfect beach getaway. THIS COMMUNITY HAD NO FLOODING DURING PREVIOUS STORMS. Just steps from the sand, the condo features an open living area with a kitchen island, coastal-style finishes, and a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed. The unit also includes a sleeper sofa, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, and has two convenient entrances along with an assigned parking spot. Enjoy the community pool and lounge area, complete with umbrellas and chairs, or take a short walk to the Lido Pavilion, which offers a large pool with lifeguards and dining area next to the Gulf of Mexico. Lido Dorset is ideally located just a short walk to St. Armands Circle, home to an array of shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors, and nightlife. Sarasota's vibrant downtown is only a quick drive across the Ringling Bridge, or you can take the free Bay Runner Shuttle, which picks up directly across the street at the Lido Pavilion. Lido Beach Resort is conveniently close by, with award winning food and drink services. Weekly rentals are allowed, making this condo an excellent investment opportunity, whether you choose to use it as your vacation home or let the on-site management company handle rentals. With its prime location, stylish finishes, and close proximity to both the beach and local attractions, this unit is perfect for guests to relax, explore Sarasota, and enjoy all that the area has to offer.

Features of 475 Benjamin Franklin Drive 215

MLS® # A4708910
Price $475,000
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1.00
Full Baths 1
Square Footage 593
Acres 1.04
Year Built 1963
Type Residential
Sub-Type Condominium
Status Active
Condo Fees $3,294
Condo Fees Freq. Quarterly
Has CDD N
Property Taxes $5,712

Rentals Section

Mininum Lease 1 Week

Community Information

Address 475 Benjamin Franklin Drive 215
Area Sarasota
Subdivision LIDO DORSET
City SARASOTA
County Sarasota
State FL
Zip Code 34236-2041

Amenities

Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Heating Wall Units / Window Unit
Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s)
Fireplace No
# of Stories 2

Exterior

Exterior Features Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk
Roof Built-Up, Other
Foundation Slab

Additional Information

Date Listed October 8th, 2026
Zoning RMF3
Maintenance Includes Cable TV, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Water
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeMICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

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