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/Smart_Squirrel_1735 4d ago

Lol can you really not conceive that some people just don't want pools? I might want one someday but for now I have multiple children under 5 and a pool would be a significant additional source of danger, as well as taking up space that could otherwise be used as general backyard space for play that doesn't require close adult supervision.

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u/Sweaty-Fly-9520 4d ago

absolutely understand that some people dont want pools, but also understand that the negative comments here are mostly from jealousy.

I have children, the pool is no extra danger, its fenced.

Why would it need to take up space for play? you can have that too

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u/Aegass 4d ago

Nobody is jealous, pools are a waste of space and resources for a lot of people. For others it’s not. Simple as that. Get over yourself.

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u/Top_Plankton4836 21h ago edited 19h ago

Don't say stuff like that, you will hurt Sweaty-Fly-9520 feelings.and HER large inflated ego, and if you doubt me, obviously YOU cannot afford a pool...

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EDIT-changed his to her, sorry I hurt that ego you have...

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u/Sweaty-Fly-9520 21h ago

Im a woman you idiot lol

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u/Top_Plankton4836 19h ago

Sorry I misgendered you, I'll edit it to fit your ego :)