$850,000

101 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 54 Sarasota, FL 34236

Lido Key Neighborhood

Estimated payment $6,799/month

Total Views 1,969
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,275 Sq Ft
$667 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna
  • Open Floorplan
  • Southside Elementary School Rated A
  • Full Bay or Harbor Views
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

ST. ARMANDS TOWERS SOUTH - Located across the street from the crystal blue waters of Lido Beach, and two short blocks from St. Armands Circle, this furnished fifth-floor condo is the epitome of coastal chic with 1,275 sq ft of interior living space in an open floor plan, with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The east-facing residence extends a refined yet relaxing living experience with style that includes natural textures, a palette of coastal colors, and generous sliding glass doors from the living room and both bedrooms to the spacious balcony, creating an open airy feel throughout the space. Thoughtful updates such as ceiling fans and oversized tile floors are a perfect complement to the Florida lifestyle. The kitchen is open to the spacious living room and dining room, and is equipped with recessed lighting, stone counters, an undermount sink, beautiful cabinetry with plenty of storage, and stainless appliances. The primary bedroom includes an en suite bathroom and generous walk-in closet, and the additional bedroom is perfect for a home office, or an extra room for guests. There is a storage closet in the unit, and one covered carport space is included, with a private storage locker for beach toys. St Armands Tower South is a well-managed, pet friendly building (up to 25 lbs), with amenities that include a heated pool with Gulf views, beautifully updated lobby, community room with kitchen, library, and fitness room, with a laundry room on each floor, onsite management and maintenance supervisor. When you’re not at the beach, enjoy the upscale European ambiance on St. Armands Circle with art galleries, retail therapy, relaxing spa services, gourmet & casual sidewalk cafes, a vibrant social scene, a pedestrian-friendly promenade, and an array of local events just around the corner. The iconic Lido Key location is also just 3 miles from downtown Sarasota, so you can truly experience the metropolitan sophistication of Florida’s “Cultural Coast” from an elegant beachside locale at St. Armands Towers South.

Listing Agent

Doug Parks

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Brokerage Phone: 941-388-4447 License #3105565 Listed on: 10/14/2025

MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,361

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $1,561 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Full Bay or Harbor
  • City
  • Canal

Home Design

  • Florida Architecture
  • Entry on the 5th floor
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Pile Dwellings

Interior Spaces

  • 1,275 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sauna

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Concrete
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • Guest Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Southside Elementary School
  • Booker Middle School
  • Sarasota High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include pool, escrow reserves fund, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, management, pest control, recreational facilities, sewer, trash, water
  • St. Armands Towers South / Marco Solorzano Association
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • St Armand Towers Community
  • St Armand Towers Subdivision
  • Association Owns Recreation Facilities
  • The community has rules related to building or community restrictions, deed restrictions, no truck, recreational vehicles, or motorcycle parking
  • 10-Story Property

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 25 lbs
  • 1 Pet Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,361

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,561 per month

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Architectural Style: Florida
  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1275
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Building Area Total: 1515
  • Status: Active
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 140.75
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Floor Number: 5
  • Minimum Lease: 6 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 1
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 666.67
  • Total Acreage: Non-Applicable
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Condo Fees Term: Quarterly
  • Property Description: Mid Rise
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • Attribution Contact: 941-388-4447
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Included: Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Foundation Details: Stilt/On Piling
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 10
  • Living Area Meters: 118.45

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Sauna, Sliding Doors, Storage
  • Roof: Built-Up
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City
  • Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View: Bay/Harbor - Partial,Canal
  • Water View YN: 1
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12115C0129G

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Guest

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Same Floor As Condo Unit
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Pool, Special Community Restrictions
  • Association Name: St. Armands Towers South / Marco Solorzano
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: One small pet allowed for owners (up to 25 lbs). See condo docs for additional information.
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Condo Fees: 4684
  • Condo Land Included YN: 0
  • Max Pet Weight: 25
  • Association Email: 101starmands@gmail.com
  • Monthly Condo Fee Amount: 1561
  • Pet Size: Small (16-35 Lbs.)

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 18736.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 1561.33

Schools

  • Elementary School: Southside Elementary
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Booker Middle

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RMF5
  • Parcel Number: 2016041022
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: AE

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Refer to Condo docs for more info.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9360.59
  • Tax Book Number: 3-9
  • Tax Lot: 54

Multi Family

  • Approval Process: Application, fee, and background check.

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,104 $659,243 -- --
2023 $9,104 $640,042 $0 $0
2022 $8,876 $621,400 $0 $621,400
2021 $6,871 $453,300 $0 $453,300
2020 $6,169 $374,800 $0 $374,800
2019 $7,439 $455,700 $0 $455,700
2018 $7,830 $479,300 $0 $479,300
2017 $7,518 $434,997 $0 $0
2016 $7,480 $498,300 $0 $498,300
2015 $6,935 $446,400 $0 $446,400
2014 $6,088 $297,109 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/14/2025 10/14/25 For Sale $850,000 -- $667 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $610,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $320,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: A4668252

Stellar MLS

APN: 2016-04-1022