797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active5 days on marketListed Sep 15, 2026MLS #A4695159
About this home
797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9
A little unexpected. A lot to discover. And the Gulf is part of the view. Tucked into a tropical setting on Lido Key, this end-unit townhouse is one of those homes best experienced in person. With no neighbor on one side, additional sliders and windows bring in beautiful natural light, while views of the Gulf appear from the living room and outdoor spaces both upstairs and down. The kitchen offers expansive counter space, a coastal backsplash and a bay window that adds character and light. Nearby, the laundry closet is thoughtfully finished with custom cabinetry. Outdoor living is part of everyday life here. The main living area opens to a balcony with room for casual dinners overlooking the tropical surroundings and Gulf beyond. Upstairs, the primary bedroom has its own private balcony, while the ground-floor patio gives you another place to relax, grill and come home with sandy feet after the beach. Even the third bedroom has something special—a bay window that gives the room personality and makes it equally appealing as a bedroom, office or flex space. It seems every room has a feature of its own. And the two-car garage? There’s room for more than cars. Beach toys, bikes, paddleboards, storage, a workshop—or a combination of them all. On Lido Key, that kind of space is something you quickly learn to appreciate. Multiple balconies, Gulf views, an end-unit setting, a two-car garage and the feeling of a home rather than a typical condominium. And the Gulf views? Those are better left for the showing. Seeing is believing on Lido Key.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,522
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1986
Year built
Three Or More
Levels
$656
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$6,803 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$6,803/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$656 vs $352
Days on market
5 vs 63 typical
Where $656/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sarasota
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SARASOTA 34236 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
13,916
Median age
66.6
Median income
$96,400
Median home value
$917,100
Avg household
1.63
Households w/ children
460
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
199 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 33% above the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$1,150,000
1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1001
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,532 sqft · $751/sqft · 11 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,050,000
1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 501
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,532 sqft · $685/sqft · 44 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$1,060,000
1212 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 901
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 sqft · $690/sqft · 36 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Moe Thouk Oo
Licensed Realtor® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $6,803/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $10,535. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $999,000, this home is listed about 81% above the Sarasota median of $552,448. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 797 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9?+
Alta Vista Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY · Camille Buck. MLS #A4695159.
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