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1 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE SARASOTA FL 34236 Sold 12/28/2023

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1 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 Sold 12/28/23 1 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 Sold 12/28/23 1 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 Sold 12/28/23 1 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 Sold 12/28/23

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Overview of 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #61

2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Car Garage
1,669 Square Feet
1,389SF Living Area
Pool:
No
Water: None
Year Built 1968

Don't miss this condo for sale in Lido Key! Spectacular direct beach and island views illuminate the laid-back Lido Key lifestyle in this 6th-floor st armands towers north condo, with its legendary location just across from lido beach, one block from st armands circle boutiques, galleries, spas, and restaurants, and around the corner from the free trolley stop to sarasota’s cultural epicenter downtown. This 1,389 sq ft condo is perfect for a year-round residence, or seasonal beach retreat. Possibilities abound with an open floorplan and extended living area that opens the space with a disappearing wall, making an optional 2nd bedroom ideal for occasional guests. A private balcony extends along the entire length on one side of the residence, bringing the outdoors in and maximizing the tropical breezes and sparkling water views. The spacious primary bedroom is the ultimate seaside retreat with an ensuite bathroom and fabulous direct beach views to the west, as well as panoramic northern views of the island and bay. An added bonus, included with this unit are electric hurricane shutters on all windows, a stackable in-unit washer/dryer, one covered parking space, and private storage locker. Community amenities include a heated pool with gulf views, exercise facility, community/party room/library, onsite maintenance supervisor, and a full-time office manager. 90-day rentals are allowed, once per calendar year. Sold furnished and as-is.

This luxury condo was built in 1968 and features 2 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms. This condo for sale is 1,669 square feet, with 1,389 sq ft being air conditioned living space. The condo does not have a private swimming pool.

Directions to this property are as follows: Through St Armands Circle Towards Lido Beach, Turn Left On S. Polk Dr., Then Right Into St Armands Tower North. Park In Front Of The Building. Agent Will Meet You In Lobby.

Please contact your ZFC agent for more information about MLS# MFRA4584311 or any other condos for sale in Sarasota or elsewhere in the Sarasota County area.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Architecture

Florida

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central, Electric

Flooring

Carpet, Tile

Parking

Assigned, Covered

View

Water view

Construction Materials

Stucco

Interior Features

Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Open Floorplan

Exterior Features

Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Shade Shutter(s), Sliding Doors, Storage

Roof

Built-Up

Window Features

Shutters

Utilities

Public

Water Body Name

G U L F O F M E X I C O /L I D O B E A C H

Zoning

R M F5

Year Built

1968

Pets Allowed

No

Annual Real Estate Taxes

$10,596 (2022)

Legal Description

Unit 61 St Armands Towers North

Property Type

Condominium

Association Fee Includes

Cable T V, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Pool, Sewer, Trash, Water

Community Features

Association Recreation -Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Fitness Center, Pool

Direction Faces

Southeast

MLS Number

MFRA4584311

Universal Property Id

U S-12115-N-2015161026-S-61

Days On Market

62

Community Name

St Armands Towers North

Property Manager

St Armands Towers North /Al Menasco 941-388-2922

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The payment calculator figures for 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #61 should be used as an estimate only. Loan terms including interest rate, and required downpayment will vary with each lender and/or individual. RE taxes for this condo for sale are estimated based on the actual property taxes for this property for the tax year 2022 which are $10,596 but will likely change when this condo sells. These estimations are calculated from a list price of $1,375,000 and a 25% down payment and do not include homeowners insurance which will vary greatly depending on the condo characteristics and location.

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1155 N GULFSTREAM AVE #1407 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,075SF Vue 09/16/2024
1233 N GULFSTREAM AVE #802 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,030SF Marina Tower 11/18/2024
111 S PINEAPPLE AVE #607 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,025SF Mark Sarasota 05/09/2025
340 S PALM AVE #121 $Log in to view 2 2/0 2,024SF Sarabande 12/02/2024
1155 N GULFSTREAM AVE #603 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,000SF Vue 01/24/2025
1111 N GULFSTREAM AVE #14C $Log in to view 2 2/0 1,996SF One Watergate 05/06/2025
1111 N GULFSTREAM AVE #8D $Log in to view 2 2/0 1,996SF One Watergate 03/11/2025
1155 N GULFSTREAM AVE #1606 $Log in to view 2 2/1 1,987SF Vue 12/03/2024
770 S PALM AVE #101 $Log in to view 2 2/0 1,967SF Embassy House 12/20/2024
301 QUAY COMMONS #1406 $Log in to view 2 2/1 1,955SF Bayso 02/26/2025

MLS# MFRA4584311 Listing History

10/02/2023 Listed for sale by MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY with MLS# MFRA4584311 with a list price of $1,500,000.
12/28/2023 Sold For $1,150,000 by Marilyn Hayes with LOYD ROBBINS & CO. LLC.
This listing of 1 Benjamin Franklin Dr #61 Sarasota FL 34236 was last updated on 2023-12-28 16:44:09. Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY.
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