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1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE SARASOTA FL 34236

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1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 - MLS#MFRA4673088 1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 - MLS#MFRA4673088 1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 - MLS#MFRA4673088 1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34236 - MLS#MFRA4673088

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Overview of 1800 Benjamin Franklin Dr #a205

2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1 Car Garage
1,910 Square Feet
1,350SF Living Area
Pool:
Yes
Water
Year Built 1996
Listed For 2 Days

Don't miss this condo for sale in Lido Key! Experience luxury gulf-front living at lÂ’elegance on Lido Key beach. This beautifully updated two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers stunning, unobstructed views of the gulf of mexico from every room. Recent updates include a contemporary and chic kitchen and bath design, porcelain tile flooring throughout, remote-control shades and a built-in murphy bed in the second bedroom, ideal for maximizing comfort and functionality. A custom-designed window expansion in the primary bedroom enhances natural light and adds additional views of the gulf vistas. Designed for comfort and elegance, the primary bath is a luxury retreat, showcasing a large soaking tub, an oversized walk-in shower and separate vanities. Both bedrooms and the living room have sliding glass doors to open to a full-length private balcony, extending the living space outdoors and offering a setting for peaceful mornings and breathtaking sunsets over the water. An additional plus is the unit features a full-size washer and dryer in the spacious in-unit laundry room. Other features are the remodel in 2022, air conditioner replaced in 2021 and water heater in 2021. The property also has a dedicated parking space in the parking garage. Directly on the gulf of mexico, lÂ’elegance is one of Lido KeyÂ’s premier beachfront communities. The building showcases expansive views of the gulf, sarasota bay and downtown sarasota skyline, and offers an exceptional array of amenities including an 85-foot year-round heated lap pool, gulf-front spa, wading pool, direct private beach access, two har-tru tennis courts, a well-equipped fitness center with dry saunas in menÂ’s and womenÂ’s locker rooms, underground assigned parking, and a gated entry with a state-of-the-art security access system. Gated with onsite guard and onsite management. Whether as a full-time residence or a coastal retreat, this exceptional home delivers the quintessential Lido Key lifestyle with luxury amenities, direct beachfront living and proximity to world-class dining, shopping and sarasotaÂ’s vibrant cultural scene. Possible opportunity to purchase turnkey furnished. Please ask listing agent #1.

This luxury condo was built in 1996 and features 2 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms. This condo for sale is 1,910 square feet, with 1,350 sq ft being air conditioned living space. The condo1 assigned parking garage spot and has a private swimming pool.

Directions to this property are as follows: Downtown Sarasota/ Us 41 And West Over The John Ringling Bridge, Through St Armands Circle To Benjamin Franklin Drive And Head South, L' Elegance Will Be On Your Right (almost To The End). Listing Agent Will Meet You In The Lobby.

Please contact your ZFC agent for more information about MLS# MFRA4673088 or any other condos for sale in Sarasota or elsewhere in the Sarasota County area.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central

Flooring

Tile

Parking

Deeded, Underground

View

Pool, Water view

Construction Materials

Concrete

Security Features

Gated Community, Secured Garage/Parking, Security Gate

Interior Features

Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments

Furnished

Negotiable

Exterior Features

Balcony, Lighting, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Tennis Court(s)

Patio And Porch Features

Covered

Pool Features

Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap

Roof

Built-Up

Window Features

Blinds, Storm Window(s)

Utilities

Cable Connected, Public, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Waterfront Features

Gulf/Ocean

Laundry

Inside, Laundry Room

Zoning

W F R

Year Built

1996

Pets Allowed

Breed Restrictions

Annual Real Estate Taxes

$14,767 (2025)

Legal Description

Unit A-205 L'elegance On Lido Beach

Property Type

Condominium

Association Fee Includes

Cable T V, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Security, Sewer, Trash

Association Amenities

Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)

Community Features

Association Recreation -Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Gated Community -Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)

Direction Faces

West

MLS Number

MFRA4673088

Universal Property Id

U S-12115-N-2017104010-S-A205

Days On Market

2

Community Name

L Elegance On Lido Beach

Property Manager

Rolf Visser 941-388-1819

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The payment calculator figures for 1800 Benjamin Franklin Dr #a205 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 2025 which are $14,767 but will likely change when this condo sells. These estimations are calculated from a list price of $1,950,000 and a 25% down payment and do not include homeowners insurance which will vary greatly depending on the condo characteristics and location.

Recent Condo Sales near 1800 Benjamin Franklin Dr #a205

Address Sale Price Bed Bth Size Location Sale Date
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #A403 $Log in to view 2 2/0 1,910SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 04/18/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #A1003 $Log in to view 2 2/0 1,910SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 04/25/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B408 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,330SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 11/21/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B810 $Log in to view 2 2/1 2,330SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 01/15/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #A801 $Log in to view 2 3/0 2,900SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 04/07/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #A304 $Log in to view 2 3/0 2,810SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 10/10/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B308 $Log in to view 3 2/1 2,330SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 11/25/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B507 $Log in to view 3 3/0 2,700SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 02/12/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #A802 $Log in to view 3 3/0 2,700SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 04/14/2025
1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B1009 $Log in to view 3 3/0 2,230SF L Elegance On Lido Beach 08/18/2025
1155 N GULFSTREAM AVE #1507 $Log in to view 2 2/1 1,910SF Vue 12/03/2024
50 CENTRAL AVE #14G $Log in to view 2 2/0 2,189SF Plaza At 05 Points Residences 01/15/2025

MLS# MFRA4673088 Listing History

11/21/2025 Listed for sale by PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY with MLS# MFRA4673088 with a list price of $1,950,000.
This listing of 1800 Benjamin Franklin Dr #a205 Sarasota FL 34236 was last updated on 2025-11-26 12:12:09. Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY.
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