Some of the ongoing expenses not listed are, property tax is higher than a non pool home do to the added valuation and home owners insurance is more due to the valuation and increased liability. When we were looking at matching properties, one with a beautiful pool and one with a beautiful view. When I researched the total cost of ownership the pool home including weekly maintenance, insurance, taxes and figuring $50 a month for pump replacement and other needed repairs was $2500.00 more per year. Since we really aren’t swimmers we opted for the view home. I could see it going either way, the extra expense being well worth it if you like to be in the pool a lot. Good luck in your decision.
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