
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active54 days on marketListed Jun 14, 2026MLS #A4695528
About this home
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D
AVAILABLE 2027 SEASON & 6/26 - 12/26. This is a rare, convenience-driven Gulf-front luxurious retreat that delivers uninterrupted Gulf views, architectural volume, privacy, security, and seamless access to every amenity. A spectacular coastal offering designed for those who value discretion, quality, and effortless living. 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! Every detail is freshly installed. 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). Direct Gulf 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, cafés, 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 building has undergone a FULL-SCALE TRANSFORMATION, including a complete renovation of the lobby, elevators, fitness center, social room, mail room, and the pool and pool deck. The arrival experience has been elevated with newly enhanced sightlines and “grand view” moments as you enter, achieved through thoughtfully opened walls and the addition of modern glass partitions. Outdoors, the property has been refreshed with all-new lawn, landscaping, and irrigation, fully replaced for a clean presentation. The coastal lifestyle awaits you!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,403
Sqft
1.73 ac
Lot size
1970
Year built
One
Levels
$11
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$272 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$272/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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
$11 vs $343
Days on market
54 vs 61 typical
Where $11/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 Lido Key
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Lido Key — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,257
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
18%
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)
159 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 98% below the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$1,300,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,403 sqft · $927/sqft · 86 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$1,300,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 6B · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 sqft · $953/sqft · 150 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,275,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9C · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 sqft · $935/sqft · 25 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
Shawn Headley
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $272/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $15,500, this home is listed about 97% below the Sarasota median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D?+
Southside 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.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the SARASOTA 34236 market on paper
$15,500 is 98% below the SARASOTA 34236 median of $815,000, and at $11/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $496.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Southside Elementary School, Booker High School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Brenda Cozy. MLS #A4695528.
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