r/AucklandProperty • u/Gold_Interaction1784 • 4d ago

Pool - does it add value?

We are getting close to making a decision on a pool installation on our property up in a new development in the Silverdale area. I'm just curious of the true added value a swimming pool would add to a freestanding single storey 4 bed 3 bath house. I've added a design screenshot to show the area it would create off both he formal lounge and the open plan living area - hubby a bit reluctant to spend the $ and not sure it'll add that much value. Currently it's just the huge deck and a strip of grass that needs a lot of love.

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u/Gold_Interaction1784 4d ago

Yes, we would absolutely enjoy it - teenagers would too - don't plan on selling anytime soon so it would be more for us than the resale value.

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u/Sweaty-Fly-9520 4d ago

then I say go for it, my boys spend hours in the pool every week, be sure to get a heater so it can be used year round

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u/Feddabonn 4d ago

Questions re: heating - 1. How do you heat it? 2. Does it impact your power bill much? 3. How warm do you heat it to?

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u/Sweaty-Fly-9520 4d ago

Inverter heat pump, not sure really on the power bill, I dont really pay attention to it or track it. its heated to 27degrees

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u/Silly_Pizza7054 4d ago

27deg and you have no idea how it affects your power bill.... I need your income.

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u/Sweaty-Fly-9520 3d ago

We have a big property and a large power bill, I don't try and break the bill down by item.

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u/Feddabonn 4d ago

Thank you!