#A4650622, Ryan Miller, Listing office: HARRY ROBBINS ASSOC INC
1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 Sarasota, FL 34236
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About 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93
St Armands Towers North – savor the full, direct views of Lido Beach from nearly every room in this West & Southwest-facing condo, with an elevated perspective from the 9th floor. This spacious 1,389 sq. ft. beach retreat offers 2-bedrooms and 2-full baths with an open floorplan that highlights the breathtaking water views. Accessible from sliding doors in the living room and both bedrooms, the expansive balcony offers views of the Gulf and lets the sunshine pour in. Perfect for gatherings, the kitchen is open to the living and dining areas, with a breakfast bar, plenty of storage, and granite counters. The spacious primary suite is a sanctuary with captivating views of Lido Beach, an ensuite bath and generous walk-in closet. Sure to charm guests, an additional bedroom also offers spectacular waterfront views. An added convenience, the hot water heater was replaced in 2024 and there is a washer/dryer connection in the unit, plus a covered carport space with an adjacent private storage closet. A landmark on Lido Key, St Armand Towers North boasts one of Sarasota’s most iconic locations just one block from the lively St Armands Circle, with its boutiques and award-winning restaurants. The island resort lifestyle is ingrained in this well managed community with amenities that include a heated pool, exercise room, community room and library, along with an onsite maintenance supervisor, and a full-time office manager. Whether you appreciate leisurely pursuits like shopping and dining on the Circle, strolling the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach, or you prefer to seek adventure-packed bicycling, kayaking, or paddleboard excursions, this ultimate location offers it all in convenient proximity, including the free-trolley to downtown Sarasota, with a stop just around the corner. Enjoy island living at its finest in the heart of Lido Key, with easy access to all that Sarasota's cultural coast has to offer!
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Assigned, Covered, Guest, Off Street
- View: Pool, Water
- Exterior: Balcony, Lighting, Sliding Doors, Storage
- Architectural Style: Coastal, Florida
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,395,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,004
- HOA Amount: $1367 Quarterly
- Lot: City Lot, Near Public Transit, Paved
- Directions: Through St Armands Circle towards Lido Beach, turn left on S. Polk Dr., then right into St Armands Tower North. Park in front of the building. Listing agent will meet you in lobby
- Year Built: 1968
- Stories: 13
- Living Area: 1,389 SqFt
- MLS Number: A4657013
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
- Office Phone: (941) 388-4447
- Listing Agent: Doug Parks
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Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.0 mi
•1901 Webber St
7
Bay Haven School of Basics Plus
Public Magnet KG-5
3.6 mi
•2901 W Tamiami Cir
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.8 mi
•1050 S Euclid Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $117,763. Most Sarasota, FL residents have annual incomes $200k+. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93
The listing price of 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 property is $1,395,000.
The property 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 is a condo located in Sarasota, Florida, 34236.
Active Listing: 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Bay Haven School of Basics Plus (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
The property at 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 is 1,389 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 is 1968.
This home is located at 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 93 in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34236 in the Lido Key neighborhood. This 1,389 square foot home was built in 1968. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,395,000.
Over 28 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Sarasota, FL. In the same period over 365 listings were sold below the listed price and 69 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL between April and May 2025 decreased by 1%. In May 2025 median list price was $496,832 and the average listing age was 62 days.