It’s pool season! ‘Tis the season for not just Austin pool homes in my market, but homes with pools nationwide. If you are a regular reader of my blogs, you know I’m not exactly a raving fan of pools. They cost money to maintain. They can narrow your buyer pool. They can even limit how long you might want to stay in your home. None of my past posts about them have been 100% positive, and this one is no exception. Just like ‘boat’, ‘pool’ is a four-letter word. They are great, until they are not. They cost a lot of money, until you don’t own one anymore.
Now here’s the good news. Pools are headturners for those buyers who want one, especially this time of year. They have no greater value than when it is 90+ degrees outside. This may be Texas, where pools can be open all year, but summer is pool season.
Here’s more good news. Any way you can turn a head in this market is a card you should play. While not everyone wants a backyard pool, they are in limited supply at any given time, making any house that has one unique.
Sun-filled garden home nestled in the gated community of the Cottages at Northwoods at Avery Ranch, far enough away from the beaten path. Floor plan includes a primary suite on the main level and another bedroom with a game room and full bath on the second floor. Great floor plan for teen suite, frequent guests, or roommate. An open living and kitchen area makes an ideal space for entertaining. Energy efficiencies include foam insulation and a tankless water heater. Updates include roof replaced (2023), exterior freshly painted (2025), and over $16,000 in landscaping and outdoor living improvements. Features center island kitchen w/ buffet, ss appliances. Engineered Hardwood on first floor, crown molding in living and primary bedroom with double vanity, and more.
The storybook garden setting provides a serene backdrop to this 4-bedroom beauty. Two primary bedrooms (one on each floor) offer in-law or guest space options. Living area windows bring the outdoors in with a scenic panoramic view of the garden, including bridges, a stone gazebo, and trees. Too many updates to list. Includes hardwood floors (‘14), remodeled kitchen w/ cabinetry and granite counters, bathroom counters, commodes, and shower doors (‘14), low-e windows (‘14), Rheem water heater (~’21), paved driveway (‘22), electric subpanel (‘14). The interior modern features balance the exterior tranquil touches that weave through the property, including live oak trees, stepping stone paths, and even a remnant of a once spring-fed pool. The backyard flagstone patio, fire pit, garden room, and sculptures dotting the landscape complete this truly unique home. 