About 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive 809
Elegance on the Beach - Luxury Managed by the Ritz-Carlton -The Beach Residence on Lido Key, where concierge and security set the standard for gracious coastal living in Sarasota. Ideal for the executives or a family that cherishes together time, refined beachfront ambience, this residence combines quiet sophistication with spectacular views. This residence has been remodeled and redesigned to perfection. To see it is to fall in love and experience immediate enjoyment. Residence #809 captures the Sarasota Skyline and Intracoastal Waterway vista, a bird sanctuary, an ecological lagoon, and sweeping panoramas of Siesta Key, accented by the sparkling downtown Sarasota lights at night. Experience intimate, romantic evenings in a serene setting.3 bedrooms and 3 baths, or 2 bedrooms with a den (home office) for enhanced versatility. Two primary suites: one with an expansive closet/dressing room; the other offers built-in, oversized closets. Library/Den/Office: a refined space that can adapt to your needs, now a 3rd bedroom. Redesigned kitchen equipped for gourmet preparation and entertaining. 10-ft ceilings, an emphasis, and renowned Ritz-Carlton stewardship throughout. Private elevator foyer, floor-to-ceiling glass walls frame panoramic Intercoastal waterway, lagoon, city, sunrise, and moonrise vistas. Generous communal amenities, including a Boardroom, Theater, Sauna, Massage Room, Ping-Pong or Yoga Room, and more, are ideal for work, wellness, and social gatherings. Location is within easy walking/biking distance, or a short ride on the Ritz-Carlton shuttle bus to St. Armands Circle for dining and boutique shopping. The Beach Residences combine coastal luxury with effortless, Ritz-Carlton-managed services. Every day feels like a vacation—yet this is your everyday reality. Enter a world where dreams meet coastal living, and where the finest details are front and center. On-site restaurant and bar, The Beach Club pool, and tiki bar on the beach. Beach Club Membership included, and no wait list. Where The Ritz-Carlton Beach Residences align with Lido Key’s sun-kissed coastal lifestyle.
Features of 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive 809
| MLS® # | A4679860 |
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| Price | $4,888,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 3,352 |
| Year Built | 2005 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Condominium |
| Style | Custom |
| Status | Active |
| Property Taxes | 35,066.00 |
| Total Annual Fees | 51780.00 |
| Pet Allowed | Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes |
| Pet Size Limit | Extra Large (101+ Lbs.) |
| Minimum Lease | 1 Month |
Community Information
| Address | 1300 Benjamin Franklin Drive 809 |
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| Area | Sarasota |
| Subdivision | THE BEACH RESIDENCES |
| City | SARASOTA |
| County | Sarasota |
| State | FL |
| Zip Code | 34236-2148 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Sauna, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage |
|---|---|
| Parking | Assigned, Circular Driveway, Covered, Deeded, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Oversized, Under Building |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | City, Water |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Waterfront |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments |
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| Appliances | Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Wine Refrigerator |
| Heating | Central, Zoned |
| Cooling | Central Air, Humidity Control, Zoned |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room, Living Room, Non Wood Burning, Ventless |
| # of Stories | 12 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Balcony, Dog Run, Fire Pit, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Sauna, Sidewalk, Storage |
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| Lot Description | Conservation Area, FloodZone, City Lot, Near Public Transit |
| Roof | Membrane, Other |
| Foundation | Slab |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 3rd, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 29 |
| Zoning | WFR |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | COLDWELL BANKER REALTY |
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