Some prospective buyers aren’t interested in paying the additional energy and insurance costs associated with pools.
While an in-ground swimming pool may seem like the ultimate luxury to you, it could negatively impact your home’s value. Families with small children may consider pools to be safety hazards. Some prospective buyers aren’t interested in paying the additional energy and insurance costs associated with pools. Also consider whether it’s usable all year. If you live in southern California or Florida, a pool might be a nice selling point. But a pool in Seattle? Not so much.