1 benjamin franklin drive

St Armands Towers North - this West/Southwest-facing 9th floor condo offers DIRECT LIDO BEACH VIEWS from nearly every room. Designed with entertaining in mind, this spacious 1,389 sq. ft. condo with 2-bedrooms and 2-full baths features an open floorplan that compliments the breathtaking wide-open water views. A private 280 sq. ft. GULF-FRONT balcony overlooking the pool brings the outdoors in, and is accessible from sliding doors in the living room and both bedrooms. Great for gatherings, the kitchen opens to the living and dining areas and features a breakfast bar, plenty of storage, and granite counters. The spacious primary suite is a sanctuary with captivating views of Lido Beach, an ensuite bath and generous walk-in closet. Sure to charm guests, the additional bedroom offers spectacular waterfront views, and is conveniently adjacent to the 2nd bathroom. There is a washer/dryer connection in the unit and a covered carport space is included, with a private storage closet. A landmark on Lido Key, St Armand Towers North boasts one of Sarasota’s most iconic locations one block from St Armands Circle’s many shops and restaurants, and directly across from Lido Beach. The island resort lifestyle is ingrained in this well managed community with amenities that include a heated pool with Gulf Views, exercise facility, community room/library, onsite maintenance supervisor, and a full-time office manager. Whether you appreciate leisurely pursuits like shopping and dining on the Circle, strolling the sugar-white sands of Lido Beach, or you prefer to seek adventure-packed bicycling, kayaking, or paddleboard excursions, this ultimate location offers it all nearby, and is just around the corner from the free-trolley stop to downtown Sarasota. Enjoy island living at its finest in the heart of Lido Key, with endless beach views, and easy access to all that Sarasota has to offer!