Pool Homes Port St Lucie Florida

If you are looking for Pool Homes Port St Lucie Florida, then you need to visit www.StLucieRealEstate.com and speak with local Port St Lucie Realtor, Richard McKinney of Atlantic Shore Realty Expertise. The year around climate in Port St Lucie is the primary attraction for out of state buyers from the north. 

In South Florida, most homes with pools have a screen cage around them and are actually used as an extension of the homes square footage and living space. It is very peaceful to come home from a long day, sit by your pool and enjoy your favorite beverage without being bothered with bugs or debris floating if your pool. Richard says that there are many things to consider when trying to purchase a pool home Port St Lucie Florida. So it's important to consult a Port St Lucie Realtor.

Buyers can expect to pay more for a home with a pool. Port St Lucie Fl Realtor, Richard McKinney says that "on most home valuations in Florida, we add $20-30K to the value of the pool home vs. non pool home. Depending on the size of the pool and whether or not it is heated and screened.”

Richard goes on to explain, "purchasing a home with a pool in your back yard is refreshing and entertaining on those hot summer days. But keep in mind that it takes a lot of work to keep your pool clean, maintained and your electric costs will increase. Especially if the pool is heated with a heat pump." Richard also reminds potential home owners that pool safety and the higher cost of home owners insurance should be considered. "Homes with pools could cost the typical home owner $150 to $300 per month in extra expenses" says McKinney. Pool home Port St Lucie Florida

There are also maintenance issues to look for when shopping for a pool home. The lining of the pool can fade or wear off. In some cases in looks like large dark spots on the bottom of the pool. This is called pitting and could be a sign that the pool may need to be resurfaced. This is usually considered a cosmetic imperfection. However, a pool could develop a leak. It is important to look for cracks around a pool. Especially cracks that run from the deck down the interior side of the pool or around the skimmer. A pool inspection is a good idea on all purchases. Pool homes Port St Lucie Pool Home

When negotiating the price of a pool home remember there is a list of items that the seller may no longer need and may include with the sale. The pool pump and heater are usually included with the sale. However, ask your Realtor to include other pool related equipment such as cleaning supplies, the skim net, pool cover, child safety fence, robot pool cleaner and any other items that the seller may no longer need. "I have had sellers include patio furniture, all pool equipment and even floats" says Richard. So make sure to ask!

As you can see there are many things to consider when trying to get the best deal on a pool homes Port St Lucie Florida. It is important to have an experienced Realtor on your side. Use the home search here for Port St Lucie POOL HOMES $200,000 to $400,000 for the best deal on a pool home in Port St Lucie Florida and give Richard McKinney and his team a call. They are glad to help!

Pool screens are popular in South Florida 

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