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1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE 206

SARASOTA, FL 34236

MLS#: A4699522

$685,000

Status: Active
Listing number: A4699522
Listing provided by: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
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Last update: 6 hours ago
On site: 6 days ago
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LIDO TOWERS - Residential

Property

Beds

2

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1980

Sq.Footage

1,367

Welcome to your move-in ready, no-second-thoughts condo. Perfectly positioned on the second floor of the desirable North Tower, this beautifully updated residence captures the morning sunshine in the kitchen and dining area while offering a spacious wraparound balcony—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the coastal breeze. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the home features new impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows, updated window treatments, beautiful wood-look plank tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry in the kitchen and all the bathrooms, and elegant stone countertops that blend style with everyday functionality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this condo offers exceptional flexibility with monthly rentals permitted and pet-friendly living for pets up to 25 pounds. The low monthly maintenance fee of just $997 includes many of the conveniences buyers appreciate, making ownership easy and enjoyable. Just moments from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Sarasota's vibrant waterfront, this is your opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle without compromise.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Elevator, Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Electric

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Concrete

  • Other Exterior Features

    Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower

  • Parking

    Guest

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Screened, Wrap Around

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    In Ground

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Near Public Transit, Paved

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Condominium

  • Architectural Style

    Florida

Price

  • Sales Price

    $685,000

  • Tax Amount

    $9,172.88

  • Sq. Footage

    1,367

  • Price/SqFt

    $501

HOA

  • Association

    YES

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

  • Total Monthly Fees

    $979

School District

  • Elementary School

    Southside Elementary

  • Middle School

    Booker Middle

  • High School

    Sarasota High

Property Features

  • Stories

    6

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Association Amenities

    Elevator(s), Laundry, Maintenance, Pool, Storage

  • Foundation Details

    Pillar/Post/Pier

  • Ownership

    Condominium

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    206

  • Water Source

    Public

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Welcome to your move-in ready, no-second-thoughts condo. Perfectly positioned on the second floor of the desirable North Tower, this beautifully updated residence captures the morning sunshine in the kitchen and dining area while offering a spacious wraparound balcony—an ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the coastal breeze. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the home features new impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows, updated window treatments, beautiful wood-look plank tile flooring, custom wood cabinetry in the kitchen and all the bathrooms, and elegant stone countertops that blend style with everyday functionality. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this condo offers exceptional flexibility with monthly rentals permitted and pet-friendly living for pets up to 25 pounds. The low monthly maintenance fee of just $997 includes many of the conveniences buyers appreciate, making ownership easy and enjoyable. Just moments from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Sarasota's vibrant waterfront, this is your opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle without compromise.

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