You will fall in love from the moment you enter this stunning updated 5th-floor residence located at the well maintained Lido Towers on Lido Key. With private beach access to the beautiful Lido Beach, this unit has it all! Gorgeous renovated kitchen with wood cabinets, custom pull outs, soft close doors and drawers, granite countertops, the prettiest tiled backsplash, fabulous lighting that adds to the ambiance with under cabinet lighting, indirect lighting, and recessed lighting on adjustable dimmers, ceiling fan, large pantry, and a Culligan filtered water system. Relax on the private wrap around balcony that has wonderful views of the preserve and the downtown city lights. This open plan is light and bright. The luxurious master en-suite boasts a custom walk-in closet, updated vanity with marble counter top, marble shower with glass door, and marble flooring. You will appreciate all of the attention that was given to the details with the engineered wood flooring, plantation shutters through out, impact rated-windows and sliding glass doors, new screen door, plus the HVAC system had a UV light added in 2022. The guest bedroom en-suite has a walk-in custom closet and it's own entrance into the guest bathroom for privacy. Your guest will enjoy the exquisite finishes of the marble top vanity, marble glass enclosed shower, and marble flooring. This unit includes a covered parking space, plenty of guest parking, a storage closet, and community amenities consist of a large heated pool, nice sized hot tub, sauna, grills by the pool, and a club room that has a kitchen and plenty of tables and seating which is perfect for a party. Laundry facilities are located on each floor and includes a laundry sink. Owners are allowed one-month minimum rental twelve times a year. All milestone inspections are complete. Conveniently located to Ted Sparling Park, St. Armand's Circle which has a variety of restaurants and shops, golf courses, and downtown Sarasota.
For sale
$770,000
1001 Benjamin Franklin Dr UNIT 510, Sarasota, FL 34236
2beds
1,224sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1980
-- sqft lot
$701,000 Zestimate®
$629/sqft
$979/mo HOA
What's special
Exquisite finishesHot tubPrivate beach accessGorgeous renovated kitchenGuest bedroom en-suiteLarge pantryGranite countertops
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 02, 2025 at 08:04am
Listing Provided by:
Susan Retzke 941-544-5558,
RE/MAX PLATINUM 941-929-9090
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4643282
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x10
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x9
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Humidity Control
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Common Area, Same Floor As Condo Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Marble
- Doors: Outdoor Grill
- Windows: Shutters, Storm Window(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: Corner Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,369
- Total interior livable area: 1,224 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Screened, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Mailbox, Storage
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Park/Greenbelt
- Waterfront features: Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean Access
- Body of water: GULF OF MEXICO
Lot
- Size: 2.53 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2016145059
- Zoning: RMF3
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab, Stem Wall
- Roof: Membrane
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Access, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Pool
- Subdivision: LIDO TOWERS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Reserve Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Repairs, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance
- HOA fee: $979 monthly
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $629/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $554,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,425
- Date on market: 3/14/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Condominium
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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