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Presented By: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY with 941-366-8070. - 941-366-8070
  • MLS# A4680281
  • 02/20/2026
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  • Beds • 1
  • Full/Half Baths • 1 / 1
  • SQFT • 813

Home Details

HIGH & DRY! Renovated Coastal Retreat with Private Beach Access on Lido Key. Indulge in the ultimate island lifestyle with deeded private access to the pristine shores of Lido Beach, just steps from your doorstep. This beautifully improved 5th-floor residence in the very well-maintained Lido Towers offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and relaxed waterfront living. Ideal for both full-time residents and seasonal owners. The condo has been recently renovated, including new flooring throughout, creating a fresh and elevated coastal aesthetic. The updated kitchen features solid wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, and modern appliances, blending functionality with timeless style. Enjoy peaceful mornings on your covered, screened-in balcony before heading out for a day on the sand. This residence offers 1 bedroom and 1.5 bathrooms, including a spacious owner’s suite with an ensuite bath and tub/shower combination. Additional highlights include covered parking, ample guest parking, a private storage closet, and access to exceptional community amenities such as a large resort-style pool, jacuzzi, and club room with a kitchen and seating area. Laundry facilities are conveniently located on each floor and feature brand-new flooring. The building itself has undergone significant updates, including a new roof, modernized elevators, renovated mailroom, and updated laundry room flooring, enhancing both value and peace of mind. Living on the south end of Lido Key provides an unparalleled coastal experience surrounded by world-class beaches, scenic parks, and endless outdoor recreation. Enjoy effortless sunrise walks along Lido Beach and South Lido Beach, paddleboard through the mangrove tunnels at Ted Sperling Park, or explore nature trails and kayaking at South Lido Park. Residents can stroll to St. Armands Circle for fine dining and boutique shopping, or take a short drive over the iconic John Ringling Causeway into downtown Sarasota for farmers markets, waterfront festivals, boat shows, and a vibrant arts scene. One of the few rental-friendly buildings on Lido Key, Lido Towers allows one-month minimum rentals up to twelve times a year, which offers excellent flexibility for personal use or investment potential. All milestone inspections have been completed, reserves are fully funded, and there are no assessments or dues increases currently anticipated. Whether you’re soaking up the Florida sunshine, enjoying turquoise Gulf waters, or embracing Sarasota’s cultural energy, this residence delivers the very best of Lido Key living. Don’t miss your opportunity to own a piece of paradise in one of Sarasota’s most desirable island communities. Call us today! HURRICANE WINDOWS & DOORS (2021). NEWER AC (2023).
Presented By: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY with 941-366-8070. - 941-366-8070

Interior Features for 1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE 503

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms1

Bathrooms

Half Baths1
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourcePublic Records
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Fireplace Y/NNo
FlooringVinyl
Furnished Y/NUnfurnished
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCeiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry FeaturesSame Floor As Condo Unit
Total Stories1

General for 1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE 503

Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Architectural StyleFlorida
Assoc Fee Paid PerQuarterly
Association AmenitiesClubhouse, Elevator(s), Laundry, Other, Pool, Sauna, Security, Spa/Hot Tub
Association Fee IncludesCommunity Pool, Internet, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Pool Maintenance, Sewer, Trash, Water
Association NameCasey Managment - Molly Meleod
Attached Garage No
Body of WaterGULF OF MEXICO
Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
Carport Spaces1
Carport Y/NYes
CitySARASOTA
Community FeaturesBuyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Pool
Construction MaterialsConcrete
CoolingCentral Air
CountySarasota
DirectionsFrom I75 take exit for Fruitville road heading west then turn left onto US41 and follow over Ringling Bridge then turn left onto S Washington Drive then turn left onto S Boulevard of the Presidents. The condo unit will be on the right.
DockY/NNo
Elementary SchoolSouthside Elementary
Facing DirectionEast
Flood Zone CodeAE
Full Baths1
Garage Y/NNo
HOA Fee$2940
HOA Monthly Maintenance
HeatingCentral, Electric
High SchoolSarasota High
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Land Lease Y/NNo
Lease Considered Y/NYes
Legal DescriptionUNIT 503 LIDO TOWERS
LevelsOne
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
Lot Size Square Feet109825
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS Area34236 - Sarasota
Middle/Junior High SchoolBooker Middle
Minimum Lease1 Month
Monthly HOA Amount980
New ConstructionNo
Occupancy TypeVacant
OwnershipCondominium
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Screened
Pet Size LimitSmall (16-35 Lbs.)
Pets AllowedCats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
Property ConditionCompleted
Property SubtypeCondominium
Property TypeResidential
RoofConcrete
STELLAR_InLawSuiteYNNo
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Subdivision NameLIDO TOWERS
Tax Annual Amount6110.26
Tax Lot503
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms4
Unit Number503
UtilitiesBB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Virtual TourClick here
Water Access Y/NNo
Water View Y/NNo
Year Built1980
ZoningRMF4

Exterior for 1001 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE 503

Building Area Total888
Covered Spaces1
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony, Lighting, Sliding Doors
Foundation DetailsSlab
Lot FeaturesCity Lot
Lot Size Acres2.52
Lot Size Area2.5212
Parking FeaturesAssigned, Guest
Private PoolNo
Road Frontage TypeStreet Paved
Road Surface TypePaved, Asphalt
SpaNo
VegetationMature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

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Steven Silcock

Broker Owner
Price $499,000
MLS#A4680281
List Date 02/20/2026
Property Type Condos
Phone 407.574.0218
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