1800 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE, #B308
Sarasota, FL 34236
$1,187,500
Discover the pinnacle of coastal elegance on Lido Beach! This stunning TURNKEY FURNISHED, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence at L'Elegance is move-in perfect and showcases a sweeping 39-foot terrace with breathtaking views of South Lido Park, the iconic Ringling Bridge, and the Sarasota skyline. Gleaming new wood-look tile floors flow seamlessly throughout, adding a fresh, modern warmth to every room. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, gleaming granite countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The expansive primary suite serves as a true sanctuary, featuring a generous walk-in closet, an indulgent soaking tub, a separate glass shower, and dual vanities crafted for everyday luxury. The spacious second bedroom, currently enjoyed as a stylish den and study, offers the added bonus of direct terrace access — perfect for morning coffee or an inspiring work-from-home setting with stunning views. A versatile third bedroom with its own half bath provides ideal flexibility for guests or additional living needs. A dedicated interior laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer adds effortless practicality to daily living. L'Elegance sets the standard for resort-style community living, offering two lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, a heated Olympic-size pool perched above the pristine shoreline, and an elegant Gulf-view social lounge ideal for entertaining. A fully equipped fitness center with men's and women's saunas keeps wellness front and center, while around-the-clock security at the guard-gated entrance provides peace of mind. Secure under-building parking rounds out the convenience.
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Listing Courtesy of: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
941-388-4447
Buyer Represented by: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
| Listing Id: | A4689391 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,300,000 |
| Close Price: | $1,187,500 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-09 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Condominium |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 1,700 |
| Condo Fees: | 7,282.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $7,388 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 221,831 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 5.09 |
| Waterfront?: | Yes |
| City: | Sarasota |
| County Or Parish: | Sarasota |
| Subdivision Name: | L Elegance On Lido Beach |
| Postal Code: | 34236 |
| Year Built: | 1996 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Association Fee Includes: | Guard - 24 Hour, Cable TV, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Fidelity Bond, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 2330 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Direction Faces: | East |
| Foundation Details: | Slab |
| Construction Materials: | Concrete |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Directions: | Take US 41 to John Ringling Blvd to Benjamin Franklin Drive, head south, L' Elegance will be on your right. |
| Exterior Features: | Balcony |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Ceramic Tile |
| Furnished: | Turnkey |
| Garage Spaces: | 1 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Community Features: | Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Pool, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s) |
| Heating: | Central, Electric |
| Interior Features: | Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Laundry Features: | Laundry Room |
| Levels: | One |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-08-15 |
| Ownership: | Condominium |
| Living Area Source: | Public Records |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Acres: | 5.09 |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 2339 |
| MLS Area Major: | 34236 - Sarasota |
| MLS Area Major: | 34236 - Sarasota |
| Original List Price: | $1,300,000 |
| Parcel Number: | 2017104023 |
| Parking Features: | Assigned, Covered, Deeded, Ground Level, Guest, Basement |
| Stories Total: | 18 |
| Township: | 36S |
| Road Surface Type: | Asphalt |
| Roof: | Membrane |
| Tax Year: | 2024 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None |
| State Or Province: | FL |
| Utilities: | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected |
| View: | City, Water |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Public Survey Range: | 17E |
| Public Survey Section: | 35 |
| Zoning: | WFR |
| Waterfront Features: | Beach Front, Gulf/Ocean |
| Additional Lease Restrictions: | per condo docs |
| Alternate Key Folio Num: | 2017104023 |
| Approval Process: | per condo docs |
| Association Approval Required Yn: | Yes |
| Association Email: | rvisser@associagulfcoast.com |
| Available For Lease Yn: | Yes |
| Backups Requested Yn: | Yes |
| Building Area Total Srch Sq M: | 216.46 |
| Building Elevator Yn: | Yes |
| Building Name Number: | L ELEGANCE |
| Calculated List Price By Calcula: | 764.71 |
| Cddyn: | No |
| Condo Fees Term: | Quarterly |
| Condo Land Included Yn: | No |
| Dprurl: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4689391?w=Agent&skip_sso=true |
| Dprurl 2: | https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/A4689391?w=Customer |
| Dpryn: | No |
| Exist Lse Tenant Yn: | No |
| Flood Zone Code: | AE |
| Floor Number: | 3 |
| Green Verification Count: | 0 |
| Homestead Yn: | Yes |
| Lease Restrictions Yn: | Yes |
| Listing Exclusion Yn: | No |
| Living Area Meters: | 157.94 |
| Lot Size Square Meters: | 20609 |
| Minimum Lease: | 3 Months |
| Monthly Condo Fee Amount: | $2,427 |
| Num Times per Year: | 2 |
| Property Description: | High Rise |
| Room Count: | 5 |
| Sdeo yn: | No |
| Sw Subdiv Community Name: | L Elegance On Lido Beach |
| Total Annual Fees: | $29,128 |
| Total Monthly Fees: | $2,427 |
| Unit Number Yn: | No |
| Water Access: | Beach, Gulf/Ocean |
| Water Access Yn: | Yes |
| Water Extras Yn: | No |
| Water Frontage Feet Gulf Ocean: | 200 |
| Waterfront Feet Total: | 400 |
| Water View: | Yes |
| Association Name: | Rolf Visser |
| Association Phone: | 941.388.1819 |
| Association 2 Yn: | 0 |
| Attribution Contact: | 941-388-4447 |
| Originating System Name : | Stellar MLS |
| Community Association Water Features: | Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront |
| In Law Suite Yn: | No |
| Water Frontage Feet Beach: | 200 |
| Green Energy Generation Yn: | No |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-04-09 |
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