BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED , TURNKEY FURNISHED & TASTEFULLY DECORATED 2 Bedrooms /2.5 Baths 4th floor CORNER unit can be yours to enjoy ocean breezes with a special peek of the Gulf from the master bedroom and SPECTACULAR wrap-around porch! RARELY AVAILABLE, here is the PREMIUM unit on Lido Key you have waited for with the coveted wraparound, screened terraces creating a superb atmosphere for seamless indoor/outdoor living.TWO GENEROUS EN-SUITES, this is one of the LARGEST FLOOR PLANS only steps to the elevator with an EXTRA 1/2 BATHROOM adjacent to the kitchen. A chef worthy kitchen with city views boasting gorgeous granite countertops, granite backsplash , stainless appliances, modern cabinets/ decorator hardware, delightful breakfast nook, convenient pantry storage, and pass-thru to dining room and porch is ready for all your entertainment needs. MOVE-IN READY open floor plan & freshly painted with the living room and dining room having abundant natural light & living large with two sets of sliders to both front and side porches. Rich laminate flooring, NEW HURRICANE WINDOWS THROUGHOUT, plantation louvered bi-fold doors, and beautiful decorator lighting/ fans add extra value and convenience. Relax lavishly in this large master suite with panoramic 4th floor views the end unit has natural light , a spacious walk in closet, newer carpet, and a nicely upgraded ensuite bath.Guests will be impressed with the zen-like 2nd ensuite bedroom, its updated bath with brand new quartz tiled shower, designer vanity, and dimmable touch sensor LED mirror. Effortless strolling and shelling awaits on the beautiful white sands of Lido Beach for amazing sunsets or indulge in the warm gulf water as Lido Towers also has DEEDED BEACH ACCESS via Lido Surf & Sand just across the street WITH A GATED and private LOCKED ENTRANCE.This is a Secure, Gated Building with Security Cameras, Two Elevators including Outdoor Grills, Recreation Room with Sauna, Large Heated Pool , Jacuzzi plus Bicycle Rack. The community features a poolside community room for social events and parties, laundry rooms on every floor, bbq area, reserved covered parking for one, numerous guest spots , landscaped, manicured grounds, dry sauna, heated pool, jacuzzi, free WI-FI, extra storage for your beach toys and overflow, plus on-site manager. The investor-friendly rental policy allows for 1-month minimum rentals, 12 times per year and management offers rental services. PET FRIENDLY with one small pet allowed. If youve had enough of the beach and dined at the beach tiki -Ted Sperling kayak park is in the backyard and you are just minutes away from world-renowned St. Armands Circle, known for its shopping and fine dining or head over the bridge to the heart of Sarasota with its abundance of cultural venues. Youll never lack for great things to do here with Selby Gardens, the Marina, art galleries, SRQ, UTF Mall, Barbara B.Mann plus Ringling Museum close by. Lido Beach, St. Armands Towers and Downtown Sarasota are magical sparkly sights from either one of your two balcony terraces with this special condo. DONT DELAY & MISS OUT, this spectacular slice of paradise is perfect to start enjoying now, SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING TODAY!
Property Features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 11
- Primary Bathroom: 5 x 9
- Primary Bathroom Level: First
- Dinette: 7 x 10
- Dinette Level: First
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 8 x 5
- Living Room Dimensions: 20 x 14
- Entry Foyer Level: First
- Living Room Level: First
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Laundry Features: Common Area
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14 x 14
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 12
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 5 x 9
- Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 7 x 5
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
- Bathroom 3 Level: First
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Turnkey
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 10 x 9
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 11 x 10
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: GULF OF AMERICA
- Water Features: Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean
Exterior and Lot Features
- Balcony
- Outdoor Grill
- Sauna
- Sliding Doors
- Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Wrap Around
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Porch Dimensions: 5 x 50
- Porch Level: First
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Driveway, Guest
Land Info
- Lot Description: City Limits
- Lot Size Acres: 2.53
- Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
- Lot Size Square Feet: 110012
Home Features
- View: City, Water
- Green Energy Efficient: Windows
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- High School: Sarasota High
- Middle School: Sarasota Middle
Homeowners Association
- Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Laundry, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Pool, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 980
- Association Name: Rosemary Hanrahan
- Association Phone: 9413885504
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: One pet allowed up to 25 pounds, Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.), Max Pet Weight: 25, Number Of Pets: 1
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 4
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Pool, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Water Access
- Annual Tax Amount: 3397.74
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: Cross the John Ringling Causeway heading west toward St. Armands / Lido Key. After the bridge, continue straight as the road becomes South Washington Drive. Turn left onto South Boulevard of the Presidents (toward Lido Key). Turn right onto Benjamin Franklin Drive. Continue south on Benjamin Franklin Drive along the beach. 1001 Benjamin Franklin Drive will be on your right-hand side.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: LIDO TOWERS
- Parcel Number: 2016145042
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2242
- Public Survey Range: 17E
- Public Survey Section: 35
- Subdivision: LIDO TOWERS
- Township: 36S
- Zoning: RMF3
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 2940 Quarterly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1367
- Year Built: 1980
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1582
- Building Name: 1001
- Construction Materials: Block
- Direction Faces: East
- Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 45
- Roof: Concrete
- Levels or Stories: 7
- Building Total Stories: 7
- Structure Type: Corner Unit, End Unit, High Rise
- Elevator: Yes
- Architectural Style: Florida
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Public
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public