Property
ActiveCondo
1/52
$1,455,000

1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE A905

Sarasota, FL 34236
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,350
SqFt
5.09
Acres
STELLAR
#A4692060
Updated: Jun 8, 2026, 10:53am

Property Description

Direct Gulf-front views from the living room and both bedrooms. Newly widened beach. Ninth-floor elevation.

Wake to the sound of waves and unobstructed Gulf views from this ninth-floor residence at L’Elegance on Lido Beach, where the living room, primary suite, and guest bedroom all enjoy direct Gulf frontage—a rarely available opportunity on Lido Beach.

Positioned directly on the beach, this residence features an expansive Gulf-front terrace designed for year-round sunsets, coastal breezes, and panoramic water views stretching across the horizon.

Residents of L’Elegance enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities including a 24-hour guarded entrance, Gulf-front resort-style pool and spa, updated fitness center, tennis courts, clubhouse, and a private deeded beach reserved exclusively for residents and their guests—offering a more peaceful and secluded beachfront experience.

Adding to its appeal, Sarasota County’s recent beach renourishment has dramatically expanded the shoreline, creating an even more impressive beachfront setting and enhancing the enjoyment of this coveted stretch of Lido Key and the community’s private deeded beach.

Located on the coveted south end of Lido Key, residents enjoy a quieter beachfront setting while remaining just moments from the boutiques, restaurants, and waterfront dining of St. Armands Circle, as well as the arts, entertainment, and cultural attractions of downtown Sarasota.

Whether envisioned as a seasonal escape or a full-time coastal residence, this offering presents a rare opportunity to own direct Gulf-front property on one of Sarasota’s most desirable beaches—where every day begins with sweeping water views and ends with Sarasota’s unforgettable sunsets.
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DishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterExhaust FanMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher

Property Details

Highlights
View
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
Interior
Appliances
DishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterExhaust FanMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Bathrooms Total Decimal
2
Building Area Total
1910
Cooling
Central AirZoned
Floor Number
9
Flooring
CarpetHardwood
Furnished
Unfurnished
Heating
CentralElectricHeat PumpZoned
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)Eating Space In KitchenPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Wood CabinetsWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer HookupInsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
Living Area
1350
Rooms Total
6
Security Features
Fire AlarmFire Sprinkler SystemGated CommunityKey Card EntrySecurity GateSecurity Lights
Window Features
Double Pane WindowsTinted Windows
Construction
Building Area Source
Public Records
Building Area Units
Square Feet
Construction Materials
Concrete
Direction Faces
East
Foundation Details
Pillar/Post/Pier
Levels
One
Living Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Units
Square Feet
Num Timesper Year
2
Roof
Built-Up
Stories Total
11
Year Built
1996
Site & Exterior
Covered Spaces
Yes
Exterior Features
BalconyIrrigation SystemLightingStorageTennis Court(s)
Flood Zone Code
X
Garage Spaces
Yes
I D X Participation
Yes
Lot Features
City LotLandscapedNear Golf CourseNear MarinaSidewalk
Lot Size Acres
5.09
Lot Size Area
5.0925
Lot Size Square Feet
221831
Lot Size Units
Acres
Other Structures
Tennis Court(s)
Parking Features
AssignedCoveredDeededElectric Vehicle Charging Station(s)Garage Door OpenerGround LevelGuestUnder Building
Patio And Porch Features
Porch
Pool Features
GuniteHeatedIn GroundLighting
Public Survey Range
17
Public Survey Section
35
Road Frontage Type
Street Paved
Road Responsibility
Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type
PavedAsphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Spa Features
HeatedIn Ground
Utilities
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedPublicSewer ConnectedSprinkler RecycledStreet LightsWater Connected
Vegetation
Mature LandscapingTrees/Landscaped
View
PoolWater
Water Access
Yes
Water Body Name
GULF OF AMERICA
Water Source
Public
Water View
Yes
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Gulf/Ocean FrontGulf/Ocean
Waterfront Feet Total
100
Zoning
WFR
Financials
Association Fee Frequency
Quarterly
Association Fee Includes
24-Hour GuardCable TVCommunity PoolEscrow Reserves FundFidelity BondInsuranceMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsMaintenance RepairsManagerPest ControlPool MaintenanceSecuritySewerTrashWater
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft
1077.78
Condo Fees
7282
Condo Fees Term
Quarterly
Contract Status Change Date
2026-05-01
Current Price
1455000
Feed Types
BBO
Lease Considered
Yes
Minimum Lease
3 Months
Monthly Condo Fee Amount
2427
Owner Name
ON FILE
Ownership
Condominium
Parcel Number
2017104080
Public Survey Township
36
Tax Annual Amount
19414
Tax Book Number
31-12
Tax Legal Description
UNIT A-905 L'ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH
Tax Lot
A905
Tax Year
2025
Total Annual Fees
29128
Total Monthly Fees
2427.33

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Community & Association
Additional Lease Restrictions
See condo docs
Association Amenities
SaunaSpa/Hot Tub
Association Approval Required
Yes
Association Fee Requirement
Required
Association Name
Rolf
Community Features
Gulf/Ocean FrontWater AccessBuyer Approval RequiredClubhouseFitness CenterGated Community - GuardIrrigation-Reclaimed WaterPoolSidewalksTennis Court(s)
Lease Restrictions
Yes
M L S Area Major
34236 - Sarasota
Pets Allowed
Cats OKDogs OK
S W Subdiv Community Name
L'Elegance On Lido Beach
Subdivision Name
L ELEGANCE ON LIDO BEACH
Schools
Ratings
Elementary
Southside Elementary
Middle
Booker Middle
High
Sarasota High
Listing provided courtesy of STELLAR via IDX. Updated: Jun 8, 2026, 10:53am.
Lisa Garcia

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