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$1,455,000 Reduced -$45,000
1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905
Sarasota, FL 34236
  • 2Beds
  • 2.00Total Baths
  • 2 Full, 0 HalfBaths
  • 1,350SqFt
  • 1996Year Built
  • 5.09Acres
  • MLS# A4692060
  • Residential
  • Condominium
  • Active


Overview

Direct Gulf-front views from the living room and both bedrooms. Newly widened beach. Ninth-floor elevation.Wake to the sound of waves and unobstructed Gulf views from this ninth-floor residence at LElegance on Lido Beach, where the living room, primary suite, and guest bedroom all enjoy direct Gulf frontagea rarely available opportunity on Lido Beach.Positioned directly on the beach, this residence features an expansive Gulf-front terrace designed for year-round sunsets, coastal breezes, and panoramic water views stretching across the horizon.Residents of LElegance enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities including a 24-hour guarded entrance, Gulf-front resort-style pool and spa, updated fitness center, tennis courts, clubhouse, and a private deeded beach reserved exclusively for residents and their guestsoffering a more peaceful and secluded beachfront experience.Adding to its appeal, Sarasota Countys recent beach renourishment has dramatically expanded the shoreline, creating an even more impressive beachfront setting and enhancing the enjoyment of this coveted stretch of Lido Key and the communitys private deeded beach.Located on the coveted south end of Lido Key, residents enjoy a quieter beachfront setting while remaining just moments from the boutiques, restaurants, and waterfront dining of St. Armands Circle, as well as the arts, entertainment, and cultural attractions of downtown Sarasota.Whether envisioned as a seasonal escape or a full-time coastal residence, this offering presents a rare opportunity to own direct Gulf-front property on one of Sarasotas most desirable beacheswhere every day begins with sweeping water views and ends with Sarasotas unforgettable sunsets.



Agriculture / Farm

Association Fees / Info

Community Features:  Clubhouse, Fitness, Pool, TennisCourts, Waterfront, WaterAccess, Gated, StreetLights, Sidewalks

Pets Allowed:  CatsOk, DogsOk

Hoa Fees Frequency:  Quarterly

Association:  Yes

Association Amenities:  Sauna, SpaHotTub

Hoa Fees Frequency:  Quarterly

Association Fee Includes:  AssociationManagement, CableTv, Insurance, MaintenanceGrounds, MaintenanceStructure, PestControl, Pools, ReserveFund, Sewer, Security, Trash, Water

Hoa Fees:  7282

Bathroom Info

Total Baths:  2.00

Fullbaths:  2

Building Info

Window Features:  DoublePaneWindows, TintedWindows

Roof:  BuiltUp

Building Area Source:  PublicRecords

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Pool Features:  Gunite, Heated, InGround, Community

Patio:  Porch, Balcony

Exterior Features:  Balcony, SprinklerIrrigation, Lighting, Storage, TennisCourts

Fees / Restrictions

Financial

Original Price:  $1,500,000

Garage / Parking

Parking Features:  Assigned, Covered, Deeded, ElectricVehicleChargingStations, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Guest

Attached Garage:  Yes

Garage:  Yes

Green / Env Info

Green Water Conservation:  WaterRecycling

Interior Features

Floors:  Carpet, Wood

Levels:  One

Spa:  Yes

Laundry Features:  WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, Inside, LaundryRoom

Interior Features:  BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, MainLevelPrimary, WalkInClosets, WoodCabinets

Appliances:  Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Spa Features:  Heated, InGround

Lot Info

Direction Remarks:  From St. Armands Circle, head south on Benjamin Franklin Drive toward Lido Beach. Continue approximately 1.5 miles to 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive. LElegance on Lido Beach will be on the left (Gulf side). Proceed through the gate and follow gate guard directions to guest parking.

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Lot Size Acres:  5.09

Lot Sqft:  221,831

Vegetation:  PartiallyWooded

Lot Desc:  CityLot, NearGolfCourse, BuyerApprovalRequired, Landscaped

Misc

Other

Other Structures:  TennisCourts

Equipment:  IrrigationEquipment

Special Conditions:  None

Security Features:  FireAlarm, FireSprinklerSystem, SecurityGate, SecuredGarageParking, KeyCardEntry, SecurityLights, GatedWithGuard, GatedCommunity

Other Rooms Info

Property Info

Section:  35

Class Type:  Condominium

Property Sub Type:  Condominium

Construction Materials:  Concrete

Stories:  1

Total Stories:  11

Foundation:  PillarPostPier

Human Modified:  Yes

Room Info

Total Rooms:  6

Sqft Info

Sqft:  1,350

Bulding Area Sqft:  1,910

Living Area Units:  SquareFeet

Living Area Source:  PublicRecords

Tax Info

Tax Year:  2,025

Tax Lot:  A905

Tax Legal Description:  UNIT A-905 L'ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH

Tax Annual Amount:  19414

Tax Book Number:  31-12

Unit Info

Unit:  A905

Utilities / Hvac

Heating:  Central, Electric, HeatPump, Zoned

Water Source:  Public

Sewer:  PublicSewer

Cool System:  CentralAir, Zoned, CeilingFans

Cooling:  Yes

Heating:  Yes

Utilities:  CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected, MunicipalUtilities, SewerConnected, WaterConnected

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  Yes

Waterfront Features:  BeachAccess, DeededAccess, GulfAccess, OceanAccess

View:  Yes

Water Body Name:  GULF OF AMERICA

View:  Ocean, Pool, Water

Schools

Elem:  Southside Elementary

Middle:  Booker Middle

High:  Sarasota High

Directions

From St. Armands Circle, head south on Benjamin Franklin Drive toward Lido Beach. Continue approximately 1.5 miles to 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive. LElegance on Lido Beach will be on the left (Gulf side). Proceed through the gate and follow gate guard directions to guest parking.

This listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty 

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Price & Status History (on davidshippey.com since Fri, May 1st 2026)
  • Original Price: $1,500,000
  • Current Price: $1,455,000
  • Price Reduced: $45,000
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1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida has 2 Beds, 2 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida is A4692060.
The price for 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida is $1,455,000.
The status of 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida is L Elegance On Lido Beach.
The home located at 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive UNIT A905, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.