GULF-FRONT PENTHOUSE WITH STUNNING VIEWS. This fully renovated, designer-furnished residence offers panoramic Gulf and Bay views from nearly every room. Located on the best stretch of Lido Beach, this off-season rental is bright, spacious, and sophisticated. The open-concept floor plan includes a modern chef's kitchen with stone countertops, custom cabinetry, built-in oven, glass cooktop, and breakfast bar. Enjoy the spacious living area with electric fireplace and smart TV, or entertain at the private tiki bar with built-in kegerator. Three hidden Murphy beds allow the unit to comfortably sleep six. The primary suite is a serene retreat with Gulf views, king bed, walk-in closet, built-ins, workspace, and a spa-style en-suite bathroom. Other upgrades include a wine closet, barn doors, tankless water heater, coffered ceilings, crown molding, and in-unit washer and dryer. An expansive lanai spans the width of the unit and offers multiple seating areas to enjoy sunsets and ocean breezes. Community amenities include private beach access, a heated pool, fitness center, and one covered parking space. Walk to Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle in minutes. Offered at $6, 500/month off-season. Utilities included. No pets. Virtual tour available upon request.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bedroom 1 Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Furnished Description: Furnished
Appliances
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
Kitchen and Dining
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Features: Beach, Gulf/Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway
- Beach Front
- Gulf/Ocean
Land Info
- Land Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
- Lot Size Acres: 1.78
- Lot Size Square Feet: 77668
Garage and Parking
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wrap Around
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Level: First
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Fitness Center, Pool
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Association Name: St Armands North Tower
- Pets Allowed: No
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions Source: Association
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- High School: Booker High
- Middle School: Booker Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 13
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month, Seasonal Rent: 7500, Security Deposit Terms: At signing of lease
- Tenant Pays: Cleaning Fee
- Security Deposit: 3000
- Rent Frequency: Monthly
- Application Fee: 200
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Gulf/Ocean Front
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Availability Date: 2025-06-01
- Directions: I75 to Fruitville Road, head west to US 41, take third exit on the round about, head south to next round about and take the ?rst exit to Ringling Blvd, take the second exit onto St. Armand's Circle toward Lido Beach, left onto Polk and the building will be on your right at 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive
- Source Property Type: Residential Lease
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: ST ARMAND TOWERS NORTH
- Owner Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Grounds Care, Internet, Pool Maintenance, Repairs, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water
- Parcel Number: 2015161070
- Postal Code Plus 4: 1242
- Subdivision: ST ARMAND TOWERS NORTH
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1389
- Year Built: 1968
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1669
- Building Name: ST ARMANDS NORTH
- Levels: One
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 57
- Levels or Stories: 13
- Building Total Stories: 13
- Structure Type: Penthouse
- Elevator: Yes
