1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Unit 305
Sold 2/25/25
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Sold 2/25/25
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Description
55-bottle wine cooler Reverse osmosis water tap – a highly desired and much-needed feature in Florida coastal homes Tray ceiling with recessed lighting for added elegance Thoughtfully Furnished for Comfort and Style: Three custom-designed closets Impact floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
2019 roof and 2022 HVAC
Living room features: Queen-size sofa bed with a memory foam mattress and a large storage area Iconic ‘Cherner’ style dining chairs for comfort and easy maintenance George Nelson’s ‘saucer’ pendant lamp hanging over a minimalist 48” round glass dining table that easily sits 6 White leather contemporary recliner in mint condition for a perfect reading haven
Spacious bedroom features: Versatile built-in desk/vanity table King-size comfort-adjustable bed with high-quality mattresses Custom-designed walk-in closet with lockable drawers and a wall safe for added security Luxurious Bathroom and High-End Finishes:
Spacious bathroom with 2 separate rooms featuring: Quartz countertops Walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head Spacious linen closet Gorgeous porcelain tile throughout the kitchen, living room, hallways, and bathroom
Lido Beach Club Lifestyle | Highly sought-after community with: Direct beach access Tropical feel heated pool with exotic palapas Fire pit Well-equipped fitness center Pickleball court Pool/ping pong table Two separate storage units:
-Lockable one conveniently located a few feet from the entry door of the unit, including bike storage
-Additional storage space for beach chairs Designated sheltered parking spot
Enjoy a drink next door at the Ritz Carlton Tiki Bar where you can relax with your feet in the sand
Short walk down the beach to The Lido Beach Resort for: Poolside lunch Elegant dining at the beautifully redesigned Drift Kitchen and Bar on the top floor with sweeping views
20-minute walk to the celebrated St. Armand's Circle for: Fun shopping Delicious dining Entertainment
3-minute walk to kayaking through the mangrove tunnels
This condo presents a rare opportunity to live on the desirable shores of Lido Key or use it as an attractive investment rental. With its prime location and thoughtful features, this is a perfect unit to own, either as a fabulous vacation home or a lucrative rental property. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live the ultimate Florida beach lifestyle! Contact us today to schedule a viewing and start living your dream!
- Listed by Rory McDonald • Brokerage DRE #1047042 • PREFERRED SHORE LLCP: (941)-961-7247 C: (941)-961-7247 rory.mcdonald5@gmail.com
Property Details for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
Property Details for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| MLS # | A4635189 |
| Days on Market | 8 |
| Taxes | $7,934 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | $1,215 / month |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Residential / Condominium |
| Year Built | 1974 |
| County | Sarasota County |
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Building Information for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
Property Information for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1316.0
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name Number: LIDO BEACH CLUB
- Community Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Pool
- Direction Faces: Southwest
- Directions: Starting from Downtown Sarasota, head west and cross the John Ringling Bridge towards St. Armands Circle. Take the second exit to remain on John Ringling Blvd. Follow the road as it curves left and becomes Benjamin Franklin Dr. Proceed straight and you'll find the Lido Beach Club on your right, located on the gulf side.
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- Middle Or Junior School: Booker Middle
- High School: Booker High
- Floor Number: 3
- Mls Major Change Type: Sold
- Major Change Type: Closed
- Listing Service: Full Service
- Senior Community: No
- SW Subdiv Community Name: Lido Beach Club
- Unit Number: No
- Street Number: 1212
- Street Name: Benjamin Franklin
- Street Suffix: DRIVE
- Unit Number: 305
- State: FL
- City: SARASOTA
- Attached Garage: No
- Carport: Yes
- Garage: No
- Parking Features: Covered
- Association Approval Required: Yes
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pest Control, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Association Fee Requirement: None
- Association Name: Ashley Allain
- Association Phone: 941-388-4567
- Association: Yes
- CDD: No
- Condo Land Included: No
- Montly Maint Amt Addition To HOA: $0
- Tax Legal Description: 1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR UNIT 305 LIDO BEACH CLUB
- Tax Lot: 305
- Tax Year: 2024
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=bgX4FD2CaDW&mls=1
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2: https://youtu.be/_Vrjz3rEbsE
- Additional Parcels: No
- Parcel Number: 2017031015
- Water Access: Beach, Gulf/Ocean
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Body Name: Gulf Of Mexico
- Water Extras: No
- Living Area: 1116
- Year Built Numeric: 1974
- Building Elevator: Yes
- Flood Zone Code: AE
- Homestead: No
- New Construction: No
- Dock YN: No
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
- Construction Materials: Concrete
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Pool Private: No
- Pool: Community
- Pool Private: Yes
- Roof: Concrete
- Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System
- Waterfront Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Beach, Gulf/Ocean
- Waterfront Feet Total: 0
- Number Of Stories: 13
- Bedrooms Total: 1
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Additional Rooms: Storage Rooms
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Electric, Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Porcelain Tile
- Heating: Electric
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry Features: Common Area, Corridor Access
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Room Count: 4.0
- Water View: Yes
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Minimum Lease Period: 0
- Pets Allowed: No
Property History for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
Schools near 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 305
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southside Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Booker Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Sarasota Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings) Public9 to 12 | ||
Sarasota School Of Arts/Sciences Charter6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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