1700 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, SARASOTA, FL 34236
$895,000 Was $950,000
Beds: 1
Baths: 1 Full / 1 Half
Sq. Ft.: 1,059 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1968
Lot Size: 2.12 Acres
Garage: N/A
Pool: No
DOM: 163

Property Overview
Status: Closed
Property Type: Residential
MLS #: a9febe0a75199f1c0487d5f7504473b3
Subdivision: LIDO REGENCY
County: Sarasota
HOA Fee: N/A
Year Built: 1968
Construction: Concrete
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Concrete
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Electric
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Zoning: RMF4
Tax Amount: $5,371.27 (2023)
Date Sold: Sep 10, 2024
Sold Price: $800,000
Listed On: Feb 19, 2024
Description
Enjoy life on the beach in this 6th-floor, fully furnished, direct Gulf-front condominium on Lido Beach. Prime location with wide-open views of of the Gulf of Mexico and spectacular sunsets. This one-bedroom residence has 1,059 square feet and features an open floorplan, one-and-a-half baths and lots of storage. The well-organized kitchen is genius! It has solid-wood cabinetry with built-in organizers, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and tray ceiling with cove lighting. The bedroom suite has large windows with full Gulf view, two walk-in closets, two storage closets, and a private en-suite bath with linen closet. The great room features a Murphy bed for overnight guests. The first-floor community space features Gulf-facing, floor-to-ceiling windows in the lobby, fitness gym and social room. First-floor amenities include shower/changing rooms, outdoor grills and kayak/paddleboard storage. The beachside pool area features a heated pool/spa and direct access to the beach. Excellent location across from South Lido Park nature preserve, one mile to world-famous St. Armands Circle and only four miles to Downtown Sarasota. Ride the complimentary Bay Runner Trolley to-and-from St. Armands Circle and Downtown Sarasota. Life is better on the beach! This residence is being sold fully furnished.
Exterior Features
Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk
Directions
Ringling Causeway around St. Armands Circle to Lido Key. Follow Benjamin Franklin to Lido Regency (1700 is beach side just south of Sandcastle Resort). Guest parking is by the road.
School Information
Elementary: Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle: Booker Middle
High: Booker High
Location
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Listing Information
Provided Courtesy of:
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
Listing Agent: Nancy Endara
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Data last updated: July 1, 2025, 10:12 pm UTC
MLS Source: Stellar MLS Copyright © 2025
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