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$1,950,000
1 Day On Site

1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE A205
SARASOTA, FL 34236

For Sale|Condominium|Active
2
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,350
SqFt
$1,444
/SqFt
1996
Built
Subdivision:
L ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH
County:
Sarasota

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Experience luxury Gulf-front living at L’Elegance on Lido Key Beach. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico from every room. Recent updates include a contemporary and chic kitchen and bathroom design, porcelain tile flooring throughout, remote-control shades, and a built-in Murphy bed in the second bedroom—ideal for maximizing both 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 bathroom 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 the perfect 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 was done in 2022, AC replaced in 2021 and water heater in 2021. The property also has a dedicated parking space in the parking garage. Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, L’Elegance is one of Lido Key’s premier beachfront communities. The building showcases expansive views of the Gulf, Sarasota Bay, and the 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 both men’s and women’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 Sarasota’s vibrant cultural scene. Possible opportunity to purchase turn-key furnished. Please ask listing agent #1.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,950,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,350 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1996
MLS® Number 
A4673088
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$14,767.09
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
50 minutes agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
12 hours agoStatus changed to Active
yesterdayListing first seen on site
General Features
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
West
Foundation 
Pillar/Post/Pier
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
12
Parking 
DeededUndergroundAttached
Pets 
Breed Restrictions
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Security 
Gated CommunitySecured Garage/ParkingSecurity Gate
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
1910
Utilities 
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedUnderground UtilitiesWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
WFR
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDryerElectric Water HeaterRangeRange HoodRefrigeratorWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Flooring 
Tile
Furnished 
Negotiable
Heating 
Central
Interior 
ElevatorBuilt-in FeaturesStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
InsideLaundry Room
Spa 
Yes
Window Features 
BlindsStorm Window(s)
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 12x11Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 6x8.9Level - First
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 6.5x15.6Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
Living Room 
Dimensions - 14x13Level - First
Master Bathroom 
Dimensions - 13x10Level - First
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 12.9x16.2Level - FirstFeatures - Ceiling Fan(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Concrete
Exterior 
BalconyLightingTennis Court(s)
Lot Features 
Waterfront
Patio And Porch 
Covered
Pool Features 
GuniteHeatedIn GroundLapPrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Built-Up
Spa 
Yes
View 
WaterPool
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Ocean Front
Waterview 
WaterPool
Windows/Doors 
BlindsStorm Window(s)
Community Features
Association Amenities 
ClubhouseElevator(s)Fitness CenterGatedMaintenanceSecuritySpa/Hot TubTennis Court(s)
Community Features 
GatedClubhouseFitness CenterPoolSidewalksTennis Court(s)
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
34236 - Sarasota
Roads 
Asphalt
Township 
36
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Southside Elementary
Middle School
Booker Middle
High School
Sarasota High
Listing courtesy of PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 7274246444



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