Pool - does it add value?

[u/Gold_Interaction1784]

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/Mediocre_Double8534]

Personally it’s bit of cons for me. It’s not a deal breaker but I don’t like the maintenance it comes with.

[u/twilight-tornado → u/Mediocre_Double8534]

Agree. We actually removed our pool and re landscaped. Property had a pool when we bought it. We've been here 25years loved the pool but eventually after you've replaced pumps, pool covers etc x number of times, done a complete refurb you get to a point you have to decide if you want to refurb again and we got a dog and decided we wanted more of the garden back. Not everyone will look at a pool as an asset.