Updated 2 Days Ago
Highlights
- In-unit laundry
- Community amenities
- Resort-style experience
- Open living layout
Location
1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA|Lido Key
Tour 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Contact
Taymer Graham
Nearby rentals
Property management
Apartments for rent RiverviewApartments for rent SarasotaApartments for rent St. PetersburgApartments for rent RuskinApartments for rent Port CharlotteApartments for rent North PortApartments for rent BradentonApartments for rent Punta GordaApartments for rent Pinellas ParkApartments for rent BloomingdaleApartments for rent Sarasota-BradentonApartments for rent BloomingdaleApartments for rent North Fort MyersApartments for rent VeniceApartments for rent JacarandaApartments Near Me
Houses for rent SarasotaHouses for rent BradentonHouses for rent St. PetersburgHouses for rent VeniceHouses for rent Longboat KeyHouses for rent Treasure IslandHouses for rent Punta GordaHouses for rent St. Pete BeachHouses for rent Bayshore GardensHouses for rent GulfportHouses for rent North PortHouses for rent Sarasota-BradentonHouses for rent OspreyHouses for rent Port CharlotteHouses for rent South PasadenaHouses for rent near me
Amenities for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208, Lido Key
Features
| Central Air | Furnished |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Other
| Five Rooms | View Type: Water |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
Advertisement
About 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Property Status: Active Available Dec 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. This is an ideal seasonal retreat in one of Sarasota's most desirable beachfront locations. No pets permitted. High Season Rate: $9,500. Office Phone: (941) 224-8737 Copyright © 2026 Stellar MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 174 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lido Key |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 34236 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in Lido Key
2-bedroom apartments at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208 cost about 52% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sarasota.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Lido Key
Sarasota
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,426 |
| November 2024 | $2,482 |
| December 2024 | $2,474 |
| January 2025 | $2,462 |
| February 2025 | $2,499 |
| March 2025 | $2,440 |
| April 2025 | $2,278 |
| May 2025 | $2,217 |
| June 2025 | $2,200 |
| July 2025 | $2,144 |
| August 2025 | $2,175 |
| September 2025 | $2,177 |
| October 2025 | $2,165 |
| November 2025 | $2,167 |
| December 2025 | $2,175 |
| January 2026 | $2,265 |
| February 2026 | $2,492 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,512 |
| May 2026 | $2,471 |
| June 2026 | $2,498 |
| July 2026 | $2,473 |
| August 2026 | $2,428 |
| September 2026 | $2,300 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $5,000 |
| November 2024 | $5,000 |
| December 2024 | $5,000 |
| January 2025 | $5,075 |
| February 2025 | $5,050 |
| March 2025 | $4,930 |
| April 2025 | $4,900 |
| May 2025 | $5,043 |
| June 2025 | $5,448 |
| July 2025 | $5,660 |
| August 2025 | $5,835 |
| September 2025 | $6,000 |
| October 2025 | $6,000 |
| November 2025 | $5,820 |
| December 2025 | $6,000 |
| January 2026 | $5,914 |
| February 2026 | $6,000 |
| March 2026 | $6,168 |
| April 2026 | $6,500 |
| May 2026 | $6,300 |
| June 2026 | $6,500 |
| July 2026 | $6,500 |
| August 2026 | $6,500 |
| September 2026 | $6,500 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$396,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $396,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $9,900.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 6 months ago | $5,000 |
Schools near 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Southside Elementary School
1901 webber st
sarasota, FL, 34239
PK, K-5Public
A
Sarasota Virtual School
1960 landings blvd
sarasota, FL, 34231
K-12Public
B-
Children First
1723 n orange ave
sarasota, FL, 34234
PKPublic
Sarasota Virtual Academy
4748 beneva rd
sarasota, FL, 34233
K-12Public
School of Academic & Behavioral Learning Excellence
6423 9th st e
bradenton, FL, 34203
PK, K-8Public
B
Advertisement
Internet available near 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Getting around Sarasota near 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
0/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208, Sarasota
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 1212 Benjamin Franklin Dr #208
Shore Diner
465 John Ringling Blvd
The Ancient Olive-Sarasota
26 N BLVD Of The Presidents
Morton's Siesta Market
205 Canal Rd
Vung Tau Oriental Market
1333 N Washington Blvd
Publix
3825 S Osprey Ave
June Simmons Jewelry LLC
35 S BLVD Of The Presidents
Olivia
9 S BLVD Of The Presidents
Sea Glass Lane
380 Saint Armands Cir
The Walking Company
380 Saint Armands Cir
Oh My Gauze!-Women's Clothing
374 Saint Armands Cir
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Sarasota
345 Saint Armands Cir
Starbucks
443 John Ringling Blvd
Local Bean
5138 Ocean Blvd
Meaney's Mini Donuts
201 Canal Rd
Lelu Coffee Lounge
5251 Ocean Blvd
Lido Key Tiki Bar
1234 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Drift Kitchen & Bar
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr
The Whiskey Barrel
15 S Boulevard Of The Presiden
Daiquiri Deck
325 John Ringling Blvd
Lynches Pub & Grub
19 N BLVD Of The Presidents
Le Macaron
382 Saint Armands Cir
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Sarasota
345 Saint Armands Cir
Made in Rome LLC
5204 Ocean Blvd
Siesta Farmers Market LLC
209 Beach Rd
The Oasis Cafe
3542 S Osprey Ave
Recreation Ground
Park
Recreation Ground
South Lido County Park
Recreation Ground
Ridley's Porch
1234 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Drift Kitchen & Bar
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Mahana Fresh LLC
343 S Polk Dr
Ben & Jerry's
372A Saint Armands Cir
Crab & Fin
420 Saint Armands Cir
S TAMIAMI TRL @ JASMINE CT
Sarasota/US-41/Venice
S TAMIAMI TRL @ ROSE ST
Sarasota/US-41/Venice
S TAMIAMI TRL @ ORCHID ST
Sarasota/US-41/Venice
S TAMIAMI TRL @ GOLDENROD ST
Sarasota/US-41/Venice
S TAMIAMI TRL @ WEBBER ST
Sarasota/US-41/Venice
Compare similar properties nearby
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
8234 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34242
Our team has verified this company8234 Midnight Pass Rd
3 Beds
$9,320
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
2127 Lusitania Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34231
Our team has verified this company2127 Lusitania Dr
4 Beds
$12,154
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
338 Avenida De Paradisio, Siesta Key, FL, 34242
Our team has verified this company338 Avenida De Paradisio
3 Beds
$9,240
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
8234 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34242
Our team has verified this company8234 Midnight Pass Rd
3 Beds
$9,320
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
2127 Lusitania Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34231
Our team has verified this company2127 Lusitania Dr
4 Beds
$12,154
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
338 Avenida De Paradisio, Siesta Key, FL, 34242
Our team has verified this company338 Avenida De Paradisio
3 Beds
$9,240
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
- dishwasher
- furnished
- dogs ok
Check availability
Advertisement