Welcome to a true turnkey coastal lifestyle opportunity defined by peaceful beach mornings, fun island afternoons, and elegant downtown evenings all from one exceptional, move-in-ready residence! Experience elevated island living in this FULLY RENOVATED, BEACHFRONT two-bedroom, two-bath condominium residence offering over 1, 400 living square feet on Lido Key in beautiful Sarasota, Florida. Reimagined from the studs and beyond, the entire unit features NEW installed electrical (including breaker panel), NEW hurricane impact windows and slider doors, NEW designer tile throughout, a BRAND NEW sleek kitchen with BRAND NEW Bosch appliances, complete BRAND NEW bathrooms, NEW interior paint on NEW drywall, NEW LG washer and dryer, and more! A $40K+ hurricane protection system, paid for by the owner and conveyed with the unit, adds peace of mind. Every detail is freshly installed, and if interested, all furnishings are available, creating a truly simple turnkey opportunity to take advantage of. The Key Tower South building has been thoughtfully transformed with fresh exterior paint (2025), with a completely renovated lobby (2025), a state-of-the-art fitness center (2025), a stylish social room (2025), and a newly added business center for more private meetings (2025). Both offer direct Gulf of America views as well as views of the beach and pool area. The fully restored community pool (2025) and Shellcrete deck by SRQ Modern (2025) create a private coastal oasis featuring fob-only gated beach access, a convenient beach wash-down station (2025), an outdoor shower (2025), grilling areas, and ample lounge seating for entertaining or unwinding. Begin your mornings with peaceful beach walks, enjoy full beach days just steps away, and end your evenings with breathtaking sunset strolls along the shoreline. Just a short walk from your residence, St. Armands Circle offers an unmatched island lifestyle with upscale dining, bars/pubs, boutiques, cafs, and vibrant nightlife. Outdoor enthusiasts will love nearby South Lido Park and the scenic Ted Sperling Park Nature Trail, ideal for kayaking, nature walks, and tranquil views of Sarasota Bay. When you're ready for culture and city energy, Downtown Sarasota is just minutes away over the John Ringling Causeway, offering theaters, art galleries, retail shopping, high-end waterfront dining, year-round events, and much more! The coastal lifestyle awaits you! Call us today for private showings and detailed information that is not found online!
Property Features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Primary Bathroom: 11 x 7.75
- Primary Bathroom Level: First
- Living Room Dimensions: 24 x 13.3
- Living Room Level: First
Appliances
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet, Same Floor As Condo Unit
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16.3 x 13.3
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12.7 x 11.7
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 5.1 x 12.3
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
Interior Features
- Built-in Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Smart Home
- Solid Surface Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Furnished
- Flooring: Tile
- Window Features: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 15.1 x 14.4
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: GULF OF AMERICA
- Water Features: Beach, Gulf/Ocean
- Beach Front
- Gulf/Ocean
- Waterfront Feet: 400
Exterior and Lot Features
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Private Entrance
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Porch Dimensions: 16.4 x 8.4
- Porch Level: First
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Deck, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lighting
- Pool Private: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
Land Info
- Lot Description: CoastalConstruction Control Line
- Lot Size Acres: 1.73
- Lot Size Square Feet: 75206
Home Features
- View: Water
- Other Equipment: Private Entrance
- Security Features: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s), Touchless Entry
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 1429
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1429
- Association Name: Kelli Bronkhorst
- Pets Allowed: No
School Information
- Elementary School: Southside Elementary
- High School: Booker High
- Middle School: Booker Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 1
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 14862.28
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: From downtown Sarasota, head west toward US-41 (Tamiami Trail) and merge onto FL-789 / John Ringling Causeway heading toward St. Armands Circle and Lido Key. Continue across the causeway and proceed straight through St. Armands Circle, staying on Benjamin Franklin Drive. Continue south along Benjamin Franklin Drive onto Lido Key, and 1750 Benjamin Franklin Drive will be located on your right. The drive is approximately 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34236 - Sarasota
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: KEY TOWER SOUTH
- Parcel Number: 2017101002
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2305
- Public Survey Range: 17E
- Public Survey Section: 35
- Subdivision: KEY TOWER SOUTH
- Township: 36S
- Zoning: RMF4
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1403
- Year Built: 1970
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1548
- Building Name: KEY TOWERS SOUTH
- Construction Materials: Stucco
- Direction Faces: East
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One
- Living Area Source: Public Records
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 56
- Property Condition: Completed
- Roof: Membrane
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Corner Unit, Elevated, End Unit, Mid Rise
- Elevator: Yes
- Architectural Style: Coastal
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
