1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Unit 208

$6,800
Price
2
Beds
1,421 Sq. Ft.
$57 / Sq. Ft.
1,421
Sq. Ft.
$57
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Last minute winter deal! Best deal in the beach club. Welcome to Unit 208 at the Lido Beach Club, the best-priced rental in the building and available immediately. This spacious two-bedroom, two-bath condo offers an open, airy floor plan with a bright coastal atmosphere and balcony access from both bedrooms, allowing you to enjoy the warm Gulf breeze all day long. The living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly, creating an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining in a true beachfront setting....Last minute winter deal! Best deal in the beach club. Welcome to Unit 208 at the Lido Beach Club, the best-priced rental in the building and available immediately. This spacious two-bedroom, two-bath condo offers an open, airy floor plan with a bright coastal atmosphere and balcony access from both bedrooms, allowing you to enjoy the warm Gulf breeze all day long. The living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly, creating an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining in a true beachfront setting. Residents enjoy direct access to the pristine sands of Lido Beach along with resort-style amenities including a heated oceanfront pool, fitness center, entertainment room, peaceful library, table tennis, grilling station, fire pit lounge, outdoor shower, storage, and guest parking. Located just a short stroll to vibrant St. Armands Circle and only minutes from downtown Sarasota, this condo offers the perfect blend of beachside tranquility and convenient access to world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment. Unit 208 is ready for immediate occupancy and offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy one of Sarasota’s most desirable beachfront communities.
  1. Listed by Taymer Graham • Brokerage DRE #1049632 • REAL BROKER, LLC
    P: (941)-224-8737 C: (941)-224-8737 taymergraham@gmail.com

Property Details for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

Subdivision Name
LIDO BEACH CLUB
Carport Spaces
1
View
Pool, Water
Waterfront
Yes
Furnished
Turnkey
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 01:23 PM

Property Details for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

StatusActive
MLS #A4672679
Days on Market27
Rental Incentives-
Available Date11/21/2025
Lease Term-
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Condominium
Year Built1974
Lot Size3.56 AC / 155,176 SF
CountySarasota County

Location

Listing Courtesy of REAL BROKER, LLC, Taymer Graham
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Building Information for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

Building/Complex1212 Benjamin Franklin DrFloor2Stories13Residences-Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsNoYear Built1974Lot Size3.56 AC / 155,176 SF

Property Information for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1621.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Building Name Number: BEACH CLUB
  • Community Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Directions: Take John Ringling Causeway to St. Armands Circle, go straight through the circle toward Lido Key, then follow Benjamin Franklin Dr south. The building at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr will be on your right.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sarasota Middle
  • High School: Sarasota High
  • Floor Number: 2
  • Mls Major Change Type: Price Decrease
  • Long Term YN: true
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • SW Subdiv Community Name: Lido Beach Club
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1212
  • Street Name: BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • Unit Number: 208
  • State: FL
  • City: SARASOTA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Fee: $150
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Requirement: None
  • Association Name: Linda White
  • Association Phone: (941) 388-4567
  • Association: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Parcel Number: 2017031009
  • Water Access: Beach
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Extras: No
  • Living Area: 1421
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1974
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Storage
  • Building Elevator: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Owner Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Grounds Care, Internet, Laundry, Pool Maintenance, Recreational, Security, Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Private, Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: No
  • Waterfront Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Beach
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 100
  • Number Of Stories: 13
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Other
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Laundry Room, Same Floor As Condo Unit
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 5.0
  • Water View: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Seasonal Rent: $7,000
  • Pets Allowed: No

Property History for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4672679

$6,800
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4672679

$7,000
Nov 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4672679

Nov 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4672679

$7,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2025

Price Change

MFRMLS #A4672679

$6,800
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4672679

$7,000
11/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MFRMLS #A4672679

11/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #A4672679

$7,000

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

Schools near 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208

This home is within Sarasota.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Southside Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Booker Middle School
Public6 to 8

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.

1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208 is available for rent in Sarasota, FL 34236. This property was listed on November 19, 2025 by REAL BROKER, LLC, it's currently listed at $6,800. This listing's school district is Sarasota. Nearby schools include Southside Elementary School, Booker Middle School and Sarasota Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings). 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Unit 208 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,421 sqft a property built in 1974.

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Listing Courtesy of REAL BROKER, LLC, Taymer Graham

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