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$475,000

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475 Benjamin Franklin Dr #215, Sarasota, FL 34236

1 bed Β· 1 bath Β· 593 sq ft

Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Β· MLS# A4708910

1 day on market

Refreshed from the Stellar MLS feed . This listing’s MLS record last changed .

About this home

Located directly across from Lido Beach, this fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the Lido Dorset building offers the perfect beach getaway. THIS COMMUNITY HAD NO FLOODING DURING PREVIOUS STORMS. Just steps from the sand, the condo features an open living area with a kitchen island, coastal-style finishes, and a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed. The unit also includes a sleeper sofa, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, and has two convenient entrances along with an assigned parking spot. Enjoy the community pool and lounge area, complete with umbrellas and chairs, or take a short walk to the Lido Pavilion, which offers a large pool with lifeguards and dining area next to the Gulf of Mexico. Lido Dorset is ideally located just a short walk to St. Armands Circle, home to an array of shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors, and nightlife. Sarasota's vibrant downtown is only a quick drive across the Ringling Bridge, or you can take the free Bay Runner Shuttle, which picks up directly across the street at the Lido Pavilion. Lido Beach Resort is conveniently close by, with award winning food and drink services. Weekly rentals are allowed, making this condo an excellent investment opportunity, whether you choose to use it as your vacation home or let the on-site management company handle rentals. With its prime location, stylish finishes, and close proximity to both the beach and local attractions, this unit is perfect for guests to relax, explore Sarasota, and enjoy all that the area has to offer.

Facts

Property type
Condominium
Year built
1963
Living area
593 sqft
Lot size
1.04 acres
Private pool
No
Exposure
West
Furnished
Furnished
Flood zone
AE
CDD
No
55+ community
No
Annual taxes
$5,712/yr
Monthly fees
$1,098/mo
Listed
Oct 8, 2026
MLS #
A4708910

Estimate the monthly payment

Estimate by Lasbury Tracy Realty β€” not a loan offer

Starting figures for 475 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DR #215. Everything below is editable.

AssumptionNot a quoted rate. Ask a lender what you actually qualify for today.

From this listingThe seller's most recent annual tax bill as reported to the MLS. Your bill will differ β€” Florida reassesses on sale and homestead caps reset.

Editable estimateA placeholder, not a quote. On the Gulf Coast this is the line item most likely to be wrong: premiums swing on roof age, wind mitigation, elevation, and carrier appetite. Get a real quote before you rely on this number.

Starts at $0Deliberately zero until you enter a figure β€” we will not inflate a payment with a guess. Many homes here need it; ask us for the property's flood zone and the current policy's premium.

From this listingMonthly association fee as reported to the MLS. Confirm what it includes, and ask about special assessments.

AssumptionNot applied β€” your down payment is 20% or more.

Estimated total monthly payment

$4,372

$2,402 of that is principal & interest. 45% is taxes, insurance and fees β€” which is why those inputs matter more here than the rate does.

Principal & interest
$2,402
Property taxes
$476
Homeowners insurance
$396
Flood insurance
$0
HOA / condo fees
$1,098
Mortgage insurance (PMI)
$0
Total per month
$4,372

Over the life of the loan

Loan amount
$380,000
Down payment
$95,000
Total interest
$484,669
Principal + interest paid
$864,669
Paid off in
2056

Interest is the exact schedule total for a fixed-rate loan held to term and assumes no extra payments. Taxes, insurance and fees are not included in these lifetime figures because they change every year.

Calculated on this page from the figures above β€” nothing is sent anywhere and no lender is quoting you. Figures are estimates for planning only, not a pre-approval, commitment to lend, or a statement of the taxes and insurance you will actually be charged. Lasbury Tracy Realty Inc. is a real estate brokerage, not a lender or an insurance agent.

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475 Benjamin Franklin Dr #215, Sarasota, FL 34236

Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Β· MLS# A4708910 Β· Active

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In person Β· Sat, Oct 10 Β· Morning (9-12)

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Where this home is

Opens on aerial β€” on this coast the canal, the lot and the neighbours answer more questions than a street grid does.

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Listing information is provided in part by Stellar MLS, as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS as of Oct 9, 2026, 6:44 PM (ET). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.

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