Atlanta Homes For Sale with a Swimming Pool
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In case you haven’t noticed, Atlanta can get pretty dang hot in the summertime, which is exactly what it’s so nice to have your very own private swimming pool out in the backyard on those really hot days where all you want to do is cool off with a nice, refreshing swim.
Thanks to Atlanta’s warmer climate and home owners being able to take advantage of having a swimming pool for a little longer than in other colder weather cities throughout the country, finding the perfect new place to live with a pool might be a little easier here than in other places. And did you also know that according to The Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (yes, that’s really a thing), the number of in-ground swimming pools in our country increased by 10 percent from 2002 to 2005 and that close to 5 million homes now have in-ground pools?
There’s no doubt that higher-end homes in Atlanta are much more likely to have a swimming pool, but that certainly doesn’t mean you won’t find a few options or opportunities that fit all your needs in a new home with a pool, including your budget. But before you dive into searching Atlanta homes for sale with a swimming pool, let’s first take a look at some of the advantages and disadvantages to owning a home with a pool so you get a better idea of what you may be in for should you eventually find a place with a backyard pool…
Advantages to Owning an Atlanta Home With a Swimming Pool
- Most swimming pools also have wrap-around sundecks, patios, and grilling areas, which can certainly make for great entertaining space. So if you’re someone who loves to host family get-togethers, nothing beats having your own backyard swimming pool.
- A swimming pool can certainly elevate the aesthetic appeal of a backyard, especially if you’ve done a nice job landscaping the entire surrounding area.
- As mentioned, summers in Atlanta can be a bit steamy, so there’s nothing like coming home after a long day and taking a quick dip before or after dinner. In fact, as soon as I get done writing this, I think that’s exactly what I’ll do!
- If you’re searching Atlanta homes for sale with a swimming pool, chances are other home buyers are too. So you can bet owning a home with a pool certainly adds to the re-sale value of a home
Disadvantages to Owning an Atlanta Home With a Swimming Pool
- The obvious disadvantage to owning an Atlanta home with a pool is the regular maintenance. Swimming pools require regular cleaning, chemicals, and on-going repair over time as well.
- While you may love having a swimming pool, some home buyers may not want all that extra work, so it would turn away a certain segment of potential buyers.
- Most swimming pools are large and take-up quite a bit of yard space. So if you’re wanting a big yard for you, your kids, or your dog, searching Atlanta homes for sale with a swimming pool may not be a great fit.
- Swimming pools can be dangerous for little kids. Did you know drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental deaths among kids ages 1 to 4? Just something to keep in mind if you have some little ones running around.