101 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Unit 61

$7,000
Price
2
Beds
1,275 Sq. Ft.
$66 / Sq. Ft.
1,275
Sq. Ft.
$66
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Literally steps to the Beach! Just bring your luggage and you can start enjoying this fantastic 2 Bedroom with 2 Bathroom Seasonal Rental (3 to 4 month minimum). Fully Furnished, all Utilities included, Bi-Monthly Cleaning Service, and 6th Floor Unit with stunning Panoramic Views of the Gulf of Mexico and Lido Beach from all Windows and Bedrooms. With multiple Glass Sliders and an Open Floor Plan, the main Living Space feels Light and Bright. The separate Dining Room and Pass-through to the Kitchen...Literally steps to the Beach! Just bring your luggage and you can start enjoying this fantastic 2 Bedroom with 2 Bathroom Seasonal Rental (3 to 4 month minimum). Fully Furnished, all Utilities included, Bi-Monthly Cleaning Service, and 6th Floor Unit with stunning Panoramic Views of the Gulf of Mexico and Lido Beach from all Windows and Bedrooms. With multiple Glass Sliders and an Open Floor Plan, the main Living Space feels Light and Bright. The separate Dining Room and Pass-through to the Kitchen are perfect for entertaining friends and family. The large Master Suite has a King Bed with En-Suite Bathroom with Jetted Tub and Shower, a Ceiling Fan, and a Walk-in Closet with Custom Shelving. The 2nd Bedroom has a Queen Bed, Ceiling Fan, and Double Closet. The white and blue themed Hall Bathroom has a Glass Enclosed Shower. The Resort like amenities at St Armand’s Tower South include On-Site Management, a Heated Pool, a Club Room with Full Kitchen, a Fitness Room, and Outdoor Gardens with a Grill. This Rental also features a covered Parking Spot, a 40 Ft Balcony with Patio Furniture for marveling at the breathtaking Sunrises and Sunsets, and plenty of Beach Accessories. St Armand’s Circle is just minutes away with its World Class Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment. Drive over the John Ringling Causeway to Downtown Sarasota and your options are endless. Application required $75/Person 18 years and older. Sorry no pets allowed.
  1. Listed by Mike Shorr • Brokerage DRE #1053537 • COASTAL PIONEER REALTY
    P: (813)-922-8894 C: (813)-922-8894 mikeshorrrealtor@gmail.com

Property Details for 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

Subdivision Name
ST ARMAND TOWERS
Carport Spaces
1
View
Water
Waterfront
No
Water View
Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full
Furnished
Furnished
LISTING UPDATED: 12/12/2025 01:09 PM

Property Details for 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

StatusActive
MLS #TB8424965
Days on Market106
Rental Incentives-
Available Date09/12/2025
Lease TermShort Term Lease
FurnishedFully Furnished
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Condominium
Year Built1968
Lot Size0.01 AC / 435 SF
CountySarasota County

Location

Listing Courtesy of COASTAL PIONEER REALTY, Mike Shorr
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Building Information for 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

Building/Complex101 Benjamin Franklin DrFloor-Stories10Residences-Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsNoYear Built1968Lot Size0.01 AC / 435 SF

Property Information for 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1275.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: ST ARMANDS TOWNERS
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Directions: From I75 and Fruitville Road, head South on Fruitville Road. Continue to Traffic Circle at N Tamiami Trail. Take 3rd Exit onto N Tamiami Trail heading South. Enter next Traffic Circle heading West on Gulfstream Avenue. Continue on John Ringling Causeway. Enter Traffic Circle at St Armands and continue heading to Beach on John Ringling Causeway. Turn Left on S Polk Drive. Building is 2nd Highrise on the Right. Park in front.
  • Floor Number: 6
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Long Term YN: true
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Road Frontage Type: Street Paved
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: St Armand Towers
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 101
  • Street Name: BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • Unit Number: 61
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Common, Guest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Applicant Fee: $150
  • Association Approval Fee: $100
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association Name: St Armands Tower South
  • Association: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
  • Parcel Number: 2016041025
  • Water Access: Beach, Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Extras: No
  • Living Area: 1275
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1968
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Lobby Key Required, Vehicle Restrictions
  • Building Elevator: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Owner Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Grounds Care, Internet, Management, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water
  • Property Condition: Completed
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
  • Levels: One
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Security Deposit: $4,000
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 10
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Other, Same Floor As Condo Unit
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 7.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Window Features: Drapes
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: No

Property History for 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,000—
Nov 16, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,500—
Nov 6, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,900—
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$8,000—
Dec 4, 2023

Rented

MFRMLS #T3483704

$8,000—
Nov 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #T3483704

$8,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,000
11/16/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,500
11/06/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$7,900
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8424965

$8,000
12/04/2023

Rented

MFRMLS #T3483704

$8,000
11/09/2023

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #T3483704

$8,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Charter - 6 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Southside Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Booker Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sarasota Military Academy
Charter6 to 12

Sarasota School Of Arts/Sciences
Charter6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61 is available for rent in Sarasota, FL 34236. This property was listed on September 5, 2025 by COASTAL PIONEER REALTY, it's currently listed at $7,000. It has been on the market for a total of 106 days and was last rented on December 4, 2023. This listing's school district is Sarasota. Nearby schools include Southside Elementary School, Booker Middle School and Sarasota Military Academy. 101 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 61 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,275 sqft a property built in 1968.

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Listing Courtesy of COASTAL PIONEER REALTY, Mike Shorr

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