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1 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 93

Sarasota, FL 34236

2 beds
2 baths
1,389 sqft
$1,004 per sqft
1968 build
– on site

St Armands Towers North – savor the full, direct views of Lido Beach from nearly every room in this West & Southwest-facing condo, with an elevated perspective from the 9th floor. This spacious 1,389 sq. ft. beach retreat offers 2-bedrooms and 2-full baths with an open floorplan that highlights the breathtaking water views. Accessible from sliding doors in the living room and both bedrooms, the expansive balcony offers views of the Gulf and lets the sunshine pour in. Perfect for gatherings, the kitchen is open to the living and dining areas, with a breakfast bar, plenty of storage, and granite counters. The spacious primary suite is a sanctuary with captivating views of Lido Beach, an ensuite bath and generous walk-in closet. Sure to charm guests, an additional bedroom also offers spectacular waterfront views. An added convenience, the hot water heater was replaced in 2024 and there is a washer/dryer connection in the unit, plus a covered carport space with an adjacent private storage closet. A landmark on Lido Key, St Armand Towers North boasts one of Sarasota’s most iconic locations just one block from the lively St Armands Circle, with its boutiques and award-winning restaurants. The island resort lifestyle is ingrained in this well managed community with amenities that include a heated pool, exercise room, community room and library, along with an onsite maintenance supervisor, and a full-time office manager. Whether you appreciate leisurely pursuits like shopping and dining on the Circle, strolling the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach, or you prefer to seek adventure-packed bicycling, kayaking, or paddleboard excursions, this ultimate location offers it all in convenient proximity, including the free-trolley to downtown Sarasota, with a stop just around the corner. Enjoy island living at its finest in the heart of Lido Key, with easy access to all that Sarasota's cultural coast has to offer!

Listing courtesy of STELLAR_MLS / MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 30, 2025 •

MLS# A4657013 —

The Building

Year Built:

1968
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Coastal
Construction Materials:

Concrete
Building Elevator:

true
Levels:

One
Stories Total:

13
Roof:

Built-Up
Foundation Details:

Stilt/On Piling
Window Features:

Shutters
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered
Floor Number:

9
Unit Number:

93
Building Area Total:

1669
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Carpet
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1389
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Public Records

Location

Directions:

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. Listing agent will meet you in lobby
Latitude:

27.316046
Longitude:

-82.580159
Coordinates:

-82.580159, 27.316046

The Property

Parcel Number:

2015161046
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Condominium
Lot Features:

CoastalConstruction Control Line
Zoning:

RMF5
Direction Faces:

West
View:

Pool
View:

true
Exterior Features:

Balcony
Water Source:

Public
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Street Paved
Flood Zone Code:

AE
Flood Zone Panel:

12115C0129G
Additional Parcels:

false
Homestead:

false
Lease Restrictions:

true
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

NA
Tax Legal Description:

UNIT 93 ST ARMANDS TOWERS NORTH
Tax Book Number:

4-16
Tax Annual Amount:

$13,389.35

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://pix360.com/vtour3/37819/
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2:

https://pix360.com/phototour3/37819/
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Public
Sewer:

Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher
Laundry Features:

Common Area

Schools

Elementary School:

Southside Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Booker Middle
High School:

Sarasota High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

ST ARMAND TOWERS NORTH
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Association Recreation - Owned
Waterview:

Beach
Waterview:

true
Water Access:

false
Water Body Name:

GULF OF MEXICO
Waterfront:

false
Pool Private:

false
Pets Allowed:

No
Association Amenities:

Elevator(s)
Association:

true
Association Fee Includes:

Community Pool
Association Fee Requirement:

None
Condo Fees:

4100
Condo Fees Term:

Quarterly
Monthly Condo Fee Amount:

1367
Ownership:

Condominium
Association Approval Required:

true
Additional Water Information:

Directly across the street from Lido Beach, with unobstructed views.

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

1
Covered Spaces:

1
Parking Features:

Assigned

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,395,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$7,469
Taxes	$1,115
Insurance	$383
Utilities	$119 See report
Total	$9,086/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/26/25 Jun 26, 2025	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS	$1,395,000	99.3% (5.7% / YR)
11/15/24 Nov 15, 2024	Price Changed	STELLAR_MLS
8/1/24 Aug 1, 2024	Listed / Active	STELLAR_MLS

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This condo located in Lido Key, Sarasota, FL 34236 is currently for sale for $1,395,000. 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 93 is a 1,389 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 6 days. 1 Benjamin Franklin Drive Unit 93 is in the Lido Key neighborhood of Sarasota and has a WalkScore® of 64, making it somewhat walkable. This condo is in the attendance area of Southside Elementary School and Booker Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: STELLAR_MLS and MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY.

Based on information from the My Florida Regional MLS DBA Stellar MLS 2025.

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