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#A4646372, Rachelle Golden, Listing Office: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
$995,000 List price
1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 Sarasota, FL 34236
$10,000
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2 beds
2 full
1,812 sqft
$549 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909
Experience breathtaking views in every direction from this expansive 9th-floor end-unit condo at Lido Beach Club, one of the largest two-bedroom floorplans in the building. With three private balconies, enjoy panoramic scenes of the Gulf, Sarasota Bay, and the city skyline, including stunning sunrises and sunsets. Just steps from the sand, this beachfront condo offers a rare combination of space, comfort, and location. Freshly painted and updated with new kitchen countertops, the open-concept layout features a spacious kitchen with a large island, ideal for casual dining or entertaining. The kitchen flows into a bright living and dining area, where a full-length mirrored wall enhances the sense of space while capturing the reflection of the bay and skyline beyond. Floor-to-ceiling hurricane-rated sliders and windows flood the unit with natural light and frame sweeping coastal views to the north and south. The split bedroom design ensures privacy, with each suite offering direct balcony access and its own full bath. The oversized primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a flexible sitting area, perfect for a reading nook, office, or lounge space with views of the Gulf and beyond. Lido Beach Club provides resort-style amenities, including direct beach access, a newly renovated beachfront pool area, fitness center, grilling station, and dedicated storage for bikes and beach gear. The association is professionally managed with proactive leadership and a strong sense of community. Located just minutes from St. Armands Circle, this residence offers easy access to fine dining, boutique shopping, and the natural beauty of South Lido Park and its kayak trails. **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.**
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,812 sqft
Year built1974
ParkingAssigned, Covered, Deeded, Guest
MLS #A4651475
WaterfrontBeach, Gulf
ViewWater
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Tile
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Assigned, Covered, Deeded, Guest
- Waterfront: Beach, Gulf
- View: Water
- Exterior: Balcony, Lighting
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $995,000
- Price/SqFt: $549
- HOA Amount: $1458 Quarterly
- Directions: From US-41, take Gulfstream Ave. and cross over the John Ringling Bridge. Turn left onto S. Washington Dr. and then turn left onto S. Blvd of the Presidents. Bear right onto Taft Dr. then turn left onto Benjamin Franklin Dr. Destination is the immediate right into Lido Beach Club.
- Year Built: 1974
- Stories: 13
- Living Area: 1,812 SqFt
- MLS Number: A4651475
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: KW COASTAL LIVING III
- Office Phone: (941) 900-4151
- Listing Agent: Toni Zarghami
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Nearby schools
10
Southside Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•1901 Webber St
8
Phillippi Shores Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
3.1 mi
•4747 S Tamiami Trl
5
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.5 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 $93,873. The most common annual income of people living in Sarasota, FL is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
23%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
19%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
49%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
47%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
5%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
55%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Minor League Baseball Games
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Stein Mart
New York & Company
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
Chick-fil-A
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Lincoln
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classical
Talk/Personality
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909
The listing price of 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 property is $995,000.
The property 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 is a condo located in Sarasota, Florida, 34236.
Active Listing: 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 are: Southside Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Phillippi Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Alta Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Brookside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sarasota School of Arts/Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Suncoast School for Innovative Studies (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sarasota Virtual Instruction Program (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sarasota High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sarasota Military Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 is 1,812 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 is 1974.
This home is located at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 909 in Sarasota, FL and zip code 34236 in the Lido Key neighborhood. This 1,812 square foot home was built in 1974. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $995,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Sarasota, FL there were more than 28 sold above asking price, over 365 sold below and more than 69 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Sarasota, FL decreased by 1% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 62 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $496,832 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.