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Homes With a Swimming Pool for Sale

Start the day with a swim and end it poolside as the evening light fades. From villas on Turkey's Turquoise Coast to estates beneath South Africa's mountains, explore 1,314 homes with a swimming pool for sale in 13 countries.

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Homes with a swimming pool: Everything to know

A pool comes with its own rules on safety, water, building, and tax. These six facts show what to check before you buy.

  • 1.2 mPool safety in Dubai

    Dubai Municipality's guideline for private villa pools requires each pool to be registered with the municipality before construction, and enclosed by a wall or fence at least 1.2 metres high.

    Why it matters: Dubai Municipality can confirm what applies to a specific pool, including any changes to it.

  • CoveredPool rules in Cape Town

    Under Cape Town's permanent water-saving rules, every swimming pool must be covered when not in use, and pools cannot be topped up automatically from the municipal drinking water supply.

    Why it matters: These rules apply to pools in Cape Town. The City of Cape Town can confirm how they apply to a specific home.

  • 20%Pools and garden space in Turkey

    Turkey's zoning regulation leaves open-air pools out of a home's building footprint, as long as they, together with pergolas, gazebos, and similar garden features, take up no more than 20% of the garden.

    Why it matters: Limits like this can affect plans to add or enlarge a pool. A local architect can confirm what a plot and the local plan allow.

  • +0.06Pools and property tax in Portugal

    Portugal's property tax code adds 0.06 to a home's quality and comfort coefficient for an individual pool, and 0.03 for a shared pool. The coefficient is part of the formula for the taxable value used for property tax.

    Why it matters: A pool forms part of the calculation of a home's taxable value in Portugal. A tax adviser can confirm the figure for a specific home.

  • Type 3AShared pools in Spain

    Spain's national pool health decree classes pools in residential communities as Type 3A. They must meet its rules on water treatment and water quality, and display information such as the chemicals used and the nearest emergency services.

    Why it matters: The running costs of a shared pool can form part of community fees. The community can share how its pool is run and what it costs.

  • 300,000Drowning worldwide

    The World Health Organization estimates around 300,000 drowning deaths a year worldwide, and drowning is the fourth leading cause of death for children aged one to four.

    Why it matters: WHO notes that fencing swimming pools greatly reduces the risk, which may be useful to families with young children.

Sources: Dubai Municipality, the City of Cape Town, Turkey's Planned Areas Zoning Regulation, Portugal's property tax code, Spain's Royal Decree 742/2013, and the World Health Organization.

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Homes with a swimming pool: Compare markets

Here are the six largest markets on this page, with their homes with a swimming pool and where starting prices begin.

Spain348 homesStarting prices begin at EUR 235,000.
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South Africa320 homesStarting prices begin at ZAR 1,249,000.
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UAE299 homesStarting prices begin at AED 357,983.
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Thailand186 homesStarting prices begin at THB 2,490,000.
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Portugal101 homesStarting prices begin at EUR 359,000.
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Malta39 homesStarting prices begin at EUR 356,000.
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Pools are taken from each listing's details and may be private or shared. Prices come from each listing and can change. This table is general information rather than financial or legal advice.

For the full list of countries with homes with a swimming pool on INTRIC, see our FAQs.

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Homes with a swimming pool: Your questions answered

Clear answers to help you plan your purchase.

What counts as a home with a swimming pool on this page?

Every home on this page is listed with a swimming pool, based on its listing details. Many are described as having a private pool, from plunge pools on a terrace to full-size pools in a garden. Others share a pool within their development, and in some developments only selected homes have a private pool. Ask the seller whether the pool is private or shared, how large it is, and whether it is heated, so you can compare homes with confidence.

Why should I consider a home with a swimming pool abroad?

A home with a swimming pool brings the feeling of a holiday into everyday life, with space to swim, entertain, and unwind outdoors, often for much of the year in warmer climates.

The strongest choices usually come down to four things: the length of the swimming season where the home is, whether the pool is private or shared, the running costs of heating, water, and maintenance, and the local rules on safety, water use, and tax. Weigh these alongside the home itself, and you will know both what the pool adds to your days and what it costs to keep.

Which countries have homes with a swimming pool for sale on INTRIC?

You can explore homes with a swimming pool in 13 countries, so you can compare several regions before you decide:

  • Spain
  • South Africa
  • UAE
  • Thailand
  • Portugal
  • Malta
  • Croatia
  • France
  • Albania
  • Fiji
  • Indonesia
  • Japan
  • UK

Turkey, South Africa, and Spain have the most homes on this page, so they are a useful place to start your search.

What does it cost to run a swimming pool?

Running costs depend on the size of the pool, the climate, and whether it is heated. Budget for electricity for the pump and any heating, water, chemicals, and regular servicing, and ask the seller for recent bills and service records, so you know what to expect each year.

What should I check about a pool's safety?

Look for a wall or fence around the pool with a gate that closes and latches by itself, a safety cover, and secure drain covers. Rules vary by country and sometimes by city, so ask the seller for any registration or approval the local authority requires. The facts above show examples from Dubai, Cape Town, and Spain.

Can I add a pool to a home I buy abroad?

Often you can, subject to local planning and building rules, which vary by country and city. Ask a local architect to check the plot, the local plan, and any approvals needed before you buy, so the pool you have in mind is possible.

Can I rent out a home with a swimming pool?

You can often let a home, but the rules depend on the country, the city, and any community rules. Ask the seller and a local adviser about licences, tax, and insurance for guests using the pool before you buy, so you can plan with confidence.

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Found a home with a swimming pool you would like to know more about?

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