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1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 607

Sarasota, FL 34236

2 beds
2 baths
1,421 sqft
$717 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

A special beach home can be all yours. Stunning Southern exposure from the sixth level ensures this split two-bedroom en-suite condominium will bathe you with plentiful natural light. There are picturesque views over the Gulf and to the South, with Eastern views of the twinkling lights in mainland Sarasota from the large balcony and main bedroom in the evening. This tastefully appointed unit has been totally updated and is being sold turnkey furnished, granite counters abound, and all the windows and doors have been replaced with hurricane and energy-rated standards. The Lido Beach Club has always been known as a very well-maintained community, the Milestone Inspection has been concluded and a copy is available, included is an on-site manager Monday through Friday in a secure building. The amenities include a heated beach front pool with tiki areas, gated beach entrance, an outdoor grilling area, and a new outdoor fire pit for chilly evenings. There is also a well-equipped fitness room, library, social room with a full kitchen, bicycle, and beach equipment storage, in addition to storage on your living level. Covered owner parking is included with plenty of guest parking available. Washer and dryer are permitted inside the unit and the plumbing hook-ups are installed, there is also a large laundry room on each floor. Of course, you have all that Lido and St. Armands offer from shopping and dining on the Circle or a visit to South Lido Park with kayaking, picnics, or hiking the nature trails. Downtown Sarasota is a short 4-mile drive, or if you prefer, hop on for a free ride on the Bay Runner.

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 10, 2025 •

MLS# A4590874 —

The Building

Year Built:

1974
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Florida
Construction Materials:

Concrete
Building Elevator:

true
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

13
Roof:

Concrete
Foundation Details:

Pillar/Post/Pier
Window Features:

Blinds
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Security Features:

Key Card Entry
Floor Number:

6
Unit Number:

607
Building Area Total:

1621
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Built-in Features
Furnished:

Turnkey
Flooring:

Carpet
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1421
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

From Downtown Sarasota, go west over the John Ringling Bridge to St. Armands Circle to south on Ben Franklin Drive to Lido Beach Club on the Gulf 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr. Unit 607. Park in guest parking.
Latitude:

27.306406
Longitude:

-82.572356
Coordinates:

-82.572356, 27.306406

The Property

Parcel Number:

2017031044
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Condominium
Lot Features:

City Lot
Zoning:

RMF4
Direction Faces:

North
View:

City
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Vegetation:

Mature Landscaping
Water Source:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Asphalt
Flood Zone Code:

AE
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0137F
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Legal Description:

UNIT 607 LIDO BEACH CLUB
Tax Book Number:

1044-1177
Tax Annual Amount:

11499

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://pix360.com/phototour5/35945/
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2:

https://pix360.com/photogallery2/35945/
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Corridor Access

The Community

Subdivision Name:

LIDO BEACH CLUB
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Water Access
Waterview:

Gulf/Ocean - Partial
Waterview:

true
Water Access:

Beach
Water Access:

true
Water Body Name:

Gulf Of Mexico
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

Waterfront
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

No
Association Amenities:

Clubhouse
Association:

true
Association Fee Includes:

Cable TV
Association Fee Requirement:

None
Condo Fees:

4375
Condo Fees Term:

Quarterly
Monthly Condo Fee Amount:

1458
Ownership:

Condominium
Association Approval Required:

true
Additional Water Information:

Complex is directly on Lido Beach
Waterfront Feet Total:

350

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

1
Open Parking:

true
Parking Features:

Assigned

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,020,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,461
Taxes	$958
Insurance	$280
Utilities	$119 See report
Total	$6,818/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/3/25 Mar 3, 2025	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$1,020,000	-1.9%
9/11/24 Sep 11, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$1,040,000	-8.8%
4/8/24 Apr 8, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS	$1,140,000	-5.0%

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This condo located in Lido Key, Sarasota, FL 34236 is currently for sale for $1,020,000. 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 607 is a 1,421 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 488 days. 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 607 is in the Lido Key neighborhood of Sarasota and has a WalkScore® of 30, making it car-dependent. This condo is in the attendance area of Booker Middle School and Southside Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY.

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.