Available April 1st, 2026! This fully furnished seasonal rental at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT 208 offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle on Lido Key. Located just steps from the beach, this well-appointed condo features in-unit laundry, a comfortable and open living layout, and is move-in ready for seasonal enjoyment. Residents have access to all community amenities, providing a true resort-style experience, while enjoying the convenience of walking directly to the ocean and nearby attractions. Offered at $6,500 month, this is an ideal seasonal retreat in one of Sarasota's most desirable beachfront locations. No pets permitted.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14' x 17'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14' x 15'
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Family Room Dimensions: 14' x 16'
- Family Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Crown Molding
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Furnished Description: Turnkey
Appliances
- Built-In Oven
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room, Same Floor As Condo Unit
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 8' x 8'
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 8' x 13'
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Features: Beach, Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront
- Beach Front
- Waterfront Feet: 100
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
- Pool Private: Yes
Land Info
- Land Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
- Lot Size Acres: 3.56
- Lot Size Square Feet: 155176
Garage and Parking
Exterior and Lot Features
- Other Structures: Storage
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Patio: Yes
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Storage
- Association Name: Linda White
- Association Phone: 9413884567
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
School Information
- High School: Sarasota High
- Middle School: Sarasota Middle
Amenities and Community Features
- Elevator(s)
- Fitness Center
- Laundry
- Pool
- Recreation Facilities
- Storage
- Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Seasonal Rent: 7000
- Rent Frequency: Monthly
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Availability Date: 2025-11-21
- Directions: From downtown Sarasota, take John Ringling Blvd west over the John Ringling Causeway onto Lido Key. Continue straight as the road becomes Benjamin Franklin Drive. Proceed south on Benjamin Franklin Drive to 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr. Building will be on the Gulf side of the road. Unit 208.
- Source Property Type: Residential Lease
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: LIDO BEACH CLUB
- Owner Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Grounds Care, Internet, Laundry, Pool Maintenance, Recreational, Security, Water
- Parcel Number: 2017031009
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2214
- Subdivision: LIDO BEACH CLUB
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1421
- Year Built: 1974
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1621
- Building Name: BEACH CLUB
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 52
- Levels or Stories: One
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Total Area Sqft: 1421
- Elevator: Yes
