GULF-FRONT PENTHOUSE WITH WOW FACTOR - ST. ARMAND'S TOWER NORTH! OFF SEASON RENTAL ONLY. Live the dream in this fully renovated, designer-decorated penthouse condo with jaw-dropping Gulf & Bay views from every angle! This stunning, turnkey-furnished unit features a sleek, open-concept layout, modern chef's kitchen with stone counters, custom cabinetry, built-in oven, glass cooktop, and breakfast bar-perfect for entertaining. Enjoy cocktails at your private tiki bar with kegerator, cozy movie nights in the spacious living area with smart TV & electric fireplace, or host guests with ease thanks to 3 hidden Murphy beds (sleeps 6!). The luxe primary suite boasts Gulf views, king bed, walk-in closet, built-ins, workspace, and a spa-style en-suite bath. Extras? You bet: wine closet, barn doors, tankless water heater, coffered ceilings, crown molding, and in-unit W/D. The oversized lanai spans the entire unit, offering multiple seating areas to soak in golden sunsets and salty breezes. Resort-style amenities include: fitness center, heated pool, and private beach access. One covered parking space. Walk to Lido Beach & St. Armand's Circle in minutes! -$7, 500/mo off-season (utilities included). -Virtual tour available - just ask! -No pets per HOA.
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: Seasonal Rent: 7500, Security Deposit Terms: Negotiable with Term of lease
- Tenant Pays: Cleaning Fee
- Security Deposit: 7500
- 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