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$695,000

800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #304
SARASOTA, FL 34236
Listed by MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1.5
Living area
900 sqft
Year built
1978

About this home

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Now $695,000-Don't miss this Exceptional Opportunity! Welcome to Unit 304 at Lido Ambassador — a beautifully appointed 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence where coastal elegance and comfort come together. This exceptional residence is located within an intimate community of just 74 residences, offering a more private and relaxed lifestyle in one of the best locations directly on Lido Key Beach. The stunning kitchen features quartz countertops, designer light fixtures, and a stylish modern feel, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The inviting living room offers a versatile sectional which can be arranged as two twin beds for guests, while the dining area is enhanced with lovely Serena & Lily dining chairs that complement the home's relaxed coastal aesthetic. The coastal vibe continues into the spacious primary bedroom featuring a king-size bed designed for comfort and relaxation. Step outside onto your private balcony and take in stunning Gulf views while enjoying the sea breeze. Additional features include private storage, assigned parking space, and a recently installed new A/C for added comfort and peace of mind. Residents enjoy a community pool with exciting upgrades nearing completion, a fitness room, and a recreational room complete with a pool table and gathering space for community activities and social events. Ideally situated next door to Lido Beach Resort and within walking distance to St. Armands Circle and the beautiful beaches of Lido Key, this residence represents an exceptional value and offers one of the best locations on Lido Key Beach. Paradise is calling-unpack and start living the dream! Being sold Turn-key furnished for a seamless transition to beachside living!

Property details

MLS
Stellar MLS
MLS #
MFRA4694518
Property type
Condominium
Subdivision
LIDO AMBASSADOR
Status
Active
Days on market
80
On market date
May 22, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2.63 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
681
Student:teacher ratio
14.8:1
District
SARASOTA
MiddleCharter
SARASOTA SCHOOL OF ARTS/SCIENCES
2.99 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
752
Student:teacher ratio
18.8:1
District
SARASOTA
High
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL
3.15 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,508
Student:teacher ratio
20.1:1
District
SARASOTA

Walkability

Blended score for SARASOTA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

48
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
11.3 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
34 / 100
Restaurants & cafes5
Grocery stores0
Parks13
Schools0
Transit stops2
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in SARASOTA, from live MLS data.

On the market 80 days -- 88 fewer days than SARASOTA's current average of 168 days.
For reference, the median list price across 4,720 active listings in SARASOTA right now is $365,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$139,000 down
$556,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,606
Property tax (est.)$579
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 10, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.