Swimming Pools Maintain Value in Real Estate Beyond Pandemic Trends

The Lasting Impact of Swimming Pools on Home Values

As Memorial Day 2025 marks the unofficial start of summer, Realtor.com® has shared insights indicating that the advantage of owning a home with a swimming pool remains strong, despite the cooling demand observed during the pandemic. In a recent analysis, it was revealed that homes featuring pools are being sold at a significant premium compared to those without, underscoring the continued desirability of this feature.

Significant Price Differences

According to the latest data from April 2025, the average price of a home with a swimming pool was $599,000, encompassing a spacious 2,450 square feet, while those without pools clocked in at only $389,000 and measured an average of 1,850 square feet. This price variation places the pool premium at 54%. Although this premium has decreased from earlier pandemic highs—where homes with pools displayed a 61% price advance in January 2022—it still represents a noteworthy factor for potential sellers.

Hannah Jones, a senior economic research analyst at Realtor.com®, elaborated on this phenomenon, stating, “During the pandemic, individuals sought greater enjoyment from their homes, resulting in an increased demand for amenities like swimming pools. Initially, this caused a remarkable increase in the pool premium.