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$6,500 / Month

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208

Sarasota, FL 34236

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Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,421 sq ft
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Highlights

Pool
Waterfront

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208

About This Home

Available Now

Available April 1st,2026! This fully furnished seasonal rental at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT 208 offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle on Lido Key. Located just steps from the beach,this well-appointed condo features in-unit laundry,a comfortable and open living layout,and is move-in ready for seasonal enjoyment. Residents have access to all community amenities,providing a true resort-style experience,while enjoying the convenience of walking directly to the ocean and nearby attractions. Offered at $6,500 month,this is an ideal seasonal retreat in one of Sarasota’s most desirable beachfront locations. No pets permitted. MLS# A4677914

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr is a condo located in Sarasota County and the 34236 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
  - Application Fee Per Applicant
    
    $0

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Condo Features

Pool
Waterfront

Contact

Listed by Taymer Graham | PREFERRED SHORE LLC
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Amenities

Waterfront

Pool

City - Sarasota

Welcome to Sarasota, where coastal beauty meets cultural excellence along Florida's Gulf Coast. This waterfront city offers rental options from downtown apartments to beachfront communities. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,306 for studios to $2,952 for three-bedroom homes, with most areas experiencing modest price adjustments over the past year. The downtown district centers around Main Street and Palm Avenue, while the tree-lined streets of Laurel Park feature historic architecture. Siesta Key and Lido Key complement the mainland with their white-sand beaches and residential communities.

Sarasota's rich cultural heritage shines through the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the historic Sarasota Opera House. The city embraces its circus history as the former winter headquarters of the Ringling Bros. Circus. Nature enthusiasts can explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens or spend time at numerous public parks and beaches. St.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Ringling Coll. of Art & Design	Drive:	12 min	5.2 mi
New College of Florida	Drive:	15 min	6.9 mi
SCF, Sarasota, Bradentown	Drive:	25 min	12.1 mi
SCF, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch	Drive:	30 min	15.6 mi

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 is within 12 minutes or 5.2 miles from Ringling Coll. of Art & Design. It is also near New College of Florida and SCF, Sarasota, Bradentown.

Transportation

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 is near Sarasota/Bradenton International, located 7.8 miles or 17 minutes away.

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Sarasota/Bradenton International	Drive:	17 min	7.8 mi

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Shops at Siesta Row	Drive:	15 min	6.6 mi
Siesta Village Plaza	Drive:	21 min	9.3 mi
Siesta Beach Plaza	Drive:	22 min	9.5 mi

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 has 3 shopping centers within 9.5 miles, which is about a 22-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Mote Marine Aquarium	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens	Drive:	9 min	4.0 mi
Sarasota Jungle Gardens	Drive:	13 min	5.8 mi
Phillippi Estate Park	Drive:	19 min	8.8 mi
Red Bug Slough Preserve	Drive:	22 min	10.3 mi

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 has 5 parks within 10.3 miles, including Mote Marine Aquarium, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Sarasota Jungle Gardens.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Sarasota Memorial Hospital	Drive:	12 min	5.3 mi
Doctors Hospital of Sarasota	Drive:	23 min	11.3 mi

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 is 5.3 miles from Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Doctors Hospital of Sarasota.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Governmental U.S. Coast Guard	Drive:	77 min	52.3 mi
MacDill Air Force Base	Drive:	92 min	61.0 mi

1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 208 is 52.3 miles from Governmental U.S. Coast Guard, and is convenient to other military bases, including MacDill Air Force Base.