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$700,000
1 Day On Site

1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE 406
SARASOTA, FL 34236

For Sale|Condominium|Active
2
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1,367
SqFt
$512
/SqFt
1980
Built
Subdivision:
LIDO TOWERS
County:
Sarasota
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BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED, TURNKEY FURNISHED & TASTEFULLY DECORATED 2 Bedrooms /2.5 Baths 4th floor CORNER unit at HIGHLY DESIRED LIDO TOWERS can be yours to enjoy ocean breezes with city views and PARTIAL GULF VIEWS from the master bedroom and SPECTACULAR 50ft wrap-around porch! Lido Towers condominium has PASSED ALL MILESTONE INSPECTIONS with no hurricane repairs, no assessments, and no HOA fee increases. NEW ROOF 2025. This amazing community has great reserves protecting your investment. TWO GENEROUS EN-SUITES, this is one of the LARGEST FLOOR PLANS only steps to the elevator with an EXTRA 1/2 GUEST BATHROOM adjacent to the kitchen. A chef worthy kitchen with city views boasting gorgeous granite countertops, granite backsplash, stainless appliances, modern cabinets/ decorator hardware, delightful breakfast nook, convenient pantry storage, and pass-thru to dining room and porch is ready for all your entertainment needs. MOVE-IN READY open floor plan & freshly painted with the living room and dining room having abundant natural light & living large with two sets of sliders to both front and side porches. Rich laminate flooring, NEW HURRICANE WINDOWS THROUGHOUT, plantation louvered bi-fold doors, and beautiful decorator lighting/ fans add extra value and convenience. Relax lavishly in this large master suite with panoramic 4th floor views the end unit has natural light, a spacious walk in closet, newer carpet, and a nicely upgraded ensuite bath. Guests will be impressed with the zen-like 2nd ensuite bedroom, its updated bath with brand new quartz tiled shower, designer vanity, and dimmable touch sensor LED mirror. Effortless strolling and shelling awaits on the beautiful white sands of Lido Beach for amazing sunsets or indulge in the warm gulf water as Lido Towers also has DEEDED BEACH ACCESS via Lido Surf & Sand just across the street WITH A GATED and private LOCKED ENTRANCE. This is a Secure, Gated Building with Security Cameras, Two Elevators including Outdoor Grills, Recreation Room with Sauna, Large Heated Pool, Jacuzzi plus Bicycle Rack. The community features a poolside community room for social events and parties, laundry rooms on every floor, bbq area, reserved covered parking for one, numerous guest spots, landscaped, manicured grounds, dry sauna, heated pool, jacuzzi, free WI-FI, extra storage for your beach toys and overflow, plus on-site manager. The investor-friendly rental policy allows for 1-MONTH MINIMUM RENTAL ($8,000 a month in season), 12 times per year and management offers rental services. PET FRIENDLY with one small pet allowed. If you’ve had enough of the beach and dined at the beach tiki -Ted Sperling kayak park is in the backyard and you are just minutes away from world-renowned St. Armands Circle, known for its shopping and fine dining or head over the bridge to the heart of Sarasota with its abundance of cultural venues. You’ll never lack for great things to do here with Selby Gardens, the Marina, art galleries, SRQ, UTF Mall, Barbara B.Mann plus Ringling Museum close by. Lido Beach, St. Armands Towers and Downtown Sarasota are magical sparkly sights from either one of your two balcony terraces with this special condo. DON’T DELAY & MISS OUT, this spectacular slice of paradise is perfect to start enjoying now, SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING TODAY!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$700,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,367 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
2.53 Acres
Year Built 
1980
MLS® Number 
C7519088
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$3,397.74
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
13 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.53
Carport 
1
Direction Faces 
East
Foundation 
Pillar/Post/Pier
Green Energy Efficient 
Windows
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
7
Parking 
AssignedCoveredDrivewayGuest
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
1582
Style 
Florida
Utilities 
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RMF3
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRangeRefrigerator
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
CarpetLaminateTile
Heating 
Central
Interior 
ElevatorEat-in KitchenOpen FloorplanStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Common Area
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Dimensions - 5x50Level - First
Bathroom 2 
Dimensions - 5x9Level - First
Bathroom 3 
Dimensions - 7x5Level - First
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 13x12Level - First
Dinette 
Dimensions - 10x7Level - First
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 10x9Level - First
Foyer 
Dimensions - 8x5Level - First
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 11x10Level - First
Living Room 
Dimensions - 20x14Level - First
Master Bathroom 
Dimensions - 9x5Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 14x14Level - First
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Block
Exterior 
BalconyOtherOutdoor Grill
Patio And Porch 
ScreenedWrap Around
Roof 
Concrete
View 
WaterCity
Waterfront Features 
Beach Access
Waterview 
WaterCity
Community Features
Association Amenities 
ClubhouseElevator(s)LaundryPoolSaunaSpa/Hot TubStorage
Community Features 
PoolStreet Lights
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area 
34236 - Sarasota
Roads 
Paved
Township 
36S
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Southside Elementary
Middle School
Sarasota Middle
High School
Sarasota High
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX PALM REALTY (941) 585-3787



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