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1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit A205, Sarasota, FL 34236

$1,785,000

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Property Description

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Experience luxury gulf-front living at L'Elegance on Lido Key Beach. This beautifully updated two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers stunning, unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico from every room. Recent updates include a contemporary and chic kitchen and bath design, porcelain tile flooring throughout, remote-control shades and a built-in Murphy bed in the second bedroom, ideal for maximizing 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 bath 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 a 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 in 2022, air conditioner replaced in 2021 and water heater in 2021. The property also has a dedicated parking space in the parking garage. 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 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 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 turnkey furnished. Please ask listing agent #1.

1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit A205 | MLS# A4673088

This condo located at 1800 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit A205, Sarasota, FL 34236 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,785,000. This property was built in 1996 and has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 1350 sq. ft. Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit A205 is located in the L ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH subdivision. Search L ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH real estate on pattimohr.watsonrealtycorp.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Condominium
Cooling: Central Air
Garage: 1 car attached
Heating: Central
Roof Type: Built-Up
Stories: 12.0
Taxes: $14,767
Year Built: 1996
Square Feet: 1,350

Amenities

Built-in Features
Ceiling Fans(s)
Living Room/Dining Room Combo
Split Bedroom
Stone Counters
Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Treatments
Balcony
Lighting
Sidewalk
Sliding Doors
Tennis Court(s)

Feature Descriptions

Additional Rooms: Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
Condo Fee: $7282/ Quarterly
Days on Site: 124
Directions: Downtown Sarasota/ US 41 and west over the John Ringling Bridge, through St Armands Circle to Benjamin Franklin Drive and head south, L' Elegance will be on your right (almost to the end). Listing agent will meet you in the Lobby.
Exterior: Concrete
Flood Zone Code: X
Flooring: Tile
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Frontage Gulf Ocean: 400
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Hot Tub: Yes
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Number of Pets: 2
Ownership: Condominium
Parking: Deeded, Underground
Parking Notes: Deeded, Underground
Patio/Porch: Covered
Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions
Pets Restrictions: Tenants cannot have pets. Leash Laws
Pets Size: Extra Large (101+ Lbs.)
Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Condominium
Security: Gated Community, Secured Garage/Parking, Security Gate
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: 24 Hour Notice, Appointment Only, Listing Agent Must Accompany, See Remarks, ShowingTime
Special Sale Provisions: None
Special View Info: Water
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: Cable Connected, Public, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
Water: Public
Water Access: Gulf/Ocean
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Waterfront Features: Gulf/Ocean
Water View: Gulf/Ocean - Full
Windows: Blinds, Storm Window(s)
Zoning: WFR

Room Sizes

Kitchen: 6.5x15.6
Living Room: 14x13
Dining Room: 6x8.9
Primary Bedroom: 12.9x16.2
Primary Bathroom: 13x10
Bedroom 2: 12x11

Local Schools

High School: Sarasota High
Middle School: Booker Middle
Elementary School: Southside Elementary

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Agency Contact: 941-364-4000

Shown By

Agent Name: Patti Mohr
Agent Phone: (904) 813-4430
Agency Title: Watson Realty Corp., REALTORS ®

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$ 10,358.75 per month $8,607.54 Principal & Interest $1,230.58 Property Tax $520.63 Homeowner's Insurance

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