1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B, SARASOTA, FL, 34236
Active1 days on marketListed Aug 14, 2026MLS #A4702866
About this home
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B
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.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,364
Sqft
1.73 ac
Lot size
1970
Year built
One
Levels
$9
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$247 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Estimated payment
$247/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Sarasota actives
$9 vs $345
Days on market
1 vs 63 typical
Where $9/sqft sits among the 400 Sarasota actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lido Key
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Lido Key — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,257
Median age
68
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,127,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
18%
For the school run
Sarasota County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sarasota market
$475K → $493K
Sarasota median sold, yr/yr
95.2%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
175 of 400
Sarasota actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sarasota, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 98% below the SARASOTA 34236 median. See the full Sarasota market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$1,300,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 6B · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 sqft · $953/sqft · 150 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,275,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 9C · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,364 sqft · $935/sqft · 25 DOM
Sold · May ’26$1,300,000
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1D · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,403 sqft · $927/sqft · 86 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Meivi Perez Basulto
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $247/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
Are pets allowed at 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B?+
The listing reports pets: No. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sarasota?+
At $12,000, this home is listed about 98% below the Sarasota median of $555,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1750 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT B?+
Southside Elementary School (elementary), Booker High School (high), Booker Middle School (middle) — Sarasota County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the SARASOTA 34236 market on paper
$12,000 is 98% below the SARASOTA 34236 median of $749,500, and at $9/sqft it sits under the Sarasota average of $494.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Fresh on the market
Only 1 day on market in a Sarasota market that averages 63 — if it fits, move quickly.
04Strong assigned schools
Southside Elementary School, Booker High School, Booker Middle School — Southside Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of SARASOTA REAL ESTATE GROUP · John Woodward. MLS #A4702866.
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