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$12,000

1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #B
SARASOTA, FL 34236
Listed by John Woodward
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,364 sqft
Year built
1970

About this home

Seasonal Lido Key penthouse rental available early January at Key Towers South, 1750 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota. Wake up to the aroma of fresh coffee and the soft sound of waves just beyond your balcony. There is simply no better way to begin the day than in this Lido Key penthouse, where the Gulf sets the rhythm and every morning feels like a quiet coastal escape. From this top-floor home, enjoy sweeping vistas across the water, soft morning light, and the open horizon that makes island living feel expansive and private at the same time. he private balcony—accessible from two rooms—becomes your front-row seat to the daily show of sky, water, and light. Views of Siesta Key are just to the left, the turquoise color waters of the Gulf are straight ahead. An don't forget those warm evenings enjoying the nightly r sunsets Lido Key is known for. Inside, the bright open-concept layout features a spacious living and dining area, well-appointed kitchen, three bedrooms (including a versatile third bedroom or den), and two full bathrooms. Everything feels airy and connected, with the balcony extending your living space outdoors. Key Towers South has been significantly refreshed with major post-storm improvements that elevate the entire experience. Residents now enjoy a beautifully redesigned lobby, state-of-the-art fitness center, community room with full catering kitchen, heated beachfront pool, and a resort-style deck overlooking private Gulf frontage and the soft sands of Lido Beach. Direct beach access, saunas, library, bike storage, and professional on-site management complete the package—resort amenities without the crowds. Location seals the deal. Step outside and you’re on Lido Beach within moments. Minutes away lies St. Armands Circle with its boutique shopping, excellent restaurants, outdoor cafés, and lively energy. Downtown Sarasota is an easy trip for arts, waterfront dining, and cultural attractions. The free Sarasota Bay Runner trolley makes exploring effortless. This is more than a seasonal rental—it’s elevated Lido Key living with true penthouse perspective, modern building upgrades, and the best of beach, St. Armands, and downtown Sarasota at your fingertips. Sorry, no pets.

Highlights

Waterfront

Property details

MLS #
MFRA4702866
Property type
Condominium
Subdivision
KEY TOWER SOUTH
Status
Active
Days on market
N/A
On market date
August 14, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
1.73 acres
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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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2.42 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
Middle
BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL
2.79 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
760
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
SARASOTA
High
SARASOTA HIGH SCHOOL
3.12 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 0 days -- 174 fewer days than SARASOTA's current average of 174 days.
For reference, the median list price across 4,439 active listings in SARASOTA right now is $350,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$222/mo
$2,400 down
$9,600 loan
Principal & interest$62
Property tax (est.)$10
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 15, 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.