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101 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 71

Sarasota, FL 34236

2 beds
2 baths
1,275 sqft
~1 acre lot
$937 per sqft
1968 build
– on site

Ready for you to enjoy immediately! This bright and light 2 bedroom and 2 bath residence offers stunning views of the Bay and the Gulf. Amazing sunsets and twilights from this 7th floor condo right on Lido Key in the highly sought-after St Armands Towers community. Just a short stroll from the iconic St. Armands Circle, this unit comes fully furnished and ready for you to move in. The kitchen features granite countertops and solid wood cabinets. The neutral palette of colors enhances the 1,275 sq ft of living area. Step out and savor the view or read a book from the expansive 240 sq ft balcony. The condo features ample storage for all your beach essentials, with plenty of space for outdoor furniture while watching spectacular sunsets over the Gulf. Additional highlights include a storage locker in front of your parking spot; and a facility room just outside your front door. The building has undergone extensive renovations, including updates to the lobby, community room, kitchen, library, bathrooms, gym, re-lined plumbing, and a resurfaced heated pool. On-site maintenance management ensures convenience and peace of mind. To top it off, this building is fully funded! The location is unbeatable—just minutes from the Lido Beach Tiki Hut/Bar, perfect for enjoying sunsets, meals, and drinks. Further south, explore a nature preserve park offering kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. St. Armands Circle, with its renowned restaurants and shopping, is within walking distance, and downtown Sarasota, featuring theaters, opera, boutiques, and fine dining, is just a short drive over the Ringling Bridge. Plus, 1 pet up to 25 lbs. is welcome. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of paradise that has it all!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 17, 2025 •

MLS# A4642168 —

The Building

Year Built:

1968
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Concrete
Building Elevator:

true
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

10
Common Walls:

Corner Unit
Roof:

Built-Up
Foundation Details:

Stilt/On Piling
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Floor Number:

7
Unit Number:

71
Building Area Total:

1515
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished:

Furnished
Flooring:

Ceramic Tile
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1275
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From St Armand Circle, go west to Lido Key and take the first left on Plok Drive. The building is the second one on your right.
Latitude:

27.315352
Longitude:

-82.579643
Coordinates:

-82.579643, 27.315352

The Property

Parcel Number:

2016041031
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Condominium
Lot Size Acres:

1.42
Lot Size Area:

1.4235
Lot Size SqFt:

62007
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning:

RMF5
Direction Faces:

East
View:

Water
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Flood Zone Code:

AE
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Legal Description:

UNIT 71 ST ARMANDS TOWERS
Tax Book Number:

3-9
Tax Annual Amount:

12441.8

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

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Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

None
Heating:

false
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop
Laundry Features:

Common Area

Schools

Elementary School:

Southside Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Booker Middle
High School:

Sarasota High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

ST ARMAND TOWERS
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Association Recreation - Owned
Waterview:

Bay/Harbor - Partial
Waterview:

true
Water Access:

false
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Deck
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK
Pet Restrictions:

Small pet allowed. Please see condo docs.
Association:

false
Association Fee Includes:

Escrow Reserves Fund
Condo Fees:

4684
Condo Fees Term:

Quarterly
Monthly Condo Fee Amount:

1561
Ownership:

Condominium
Association Approval Required:

true

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

1
Parking Features:

Assigned

Extra Units

Other Structures:

Storage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,195,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,398
Taxes	$1,036
Insurance	$328
Utilities	$120 See report
Total	$7,882/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/11/25 Apr 11, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$1,195,000

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This condo located in Lido Key, Sarasota, FL 34236 is currently for sale for $1,195,000. 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 71 is a 1,275 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 10 days. 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 71 is in the Lido Key neighborhood of Sarasota and has a WalkScore® of 59, making it somewhat walkable. This condo is in the attendance area of Southside Elementary School and Booker Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and COLDWELL BANKER REALTY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Stellar MLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. Stellar MLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law. For any questions please call (407) 499-8911.