Pool-Ready or Not? What to Know About Homes in St. Johns, Florida

Pool-Ready or Not? What to Know About Homes in St. Johns, Florida

Thinking about buying a home in St. Johns, Florida but can’t find one with a pool? 🏡☀️ You’re not alone—and the good news is, adding a pool after closing might be an option. In this video, I’m sharing six important things to consider before you buy if you're planning to install a swimming pool right after closing.

💡 Here's what you'll learn:

1️⃣ Lot Size & Layout: Is there enough space in the backyard for a pool? You’ll need a copy of the property survey—your real estate agent can help get this—and it's a good idea to loop in your pool contractor early to review it with you.

2️⃣ HOA Rules: Does the community allow pools? Can you add a screened enclosure? Always check the HOA bylaws before making an offer so there are no surprises down the line.

3️⃣ Easements & Restrictions: Just because the yard looks big enough doesn’t mean it’s buildable. Some neighborhoods (like Nocatee) have easements that limit where you can build—even if you can't see them.

4️⃣ Financing a Pool: Planning to roll the cost of the pool into your mortgage? Some loan programs allow it—but not all. Talk to your lender, and if they say no, don’t be afraid to shop around.

5️⃣ New Construction Tips: If you're buying new construction, think twice before asking the builder to include a pool. They’ll likely subcontract it and charge a hefty markup. Instead, talk to your own pool builder and coordinate utilities (electric, plumbing, etc.) during the build to make it easier later.

6️⃣ Access for Equipment: In many St. Johns communities, homes are close together—sometimes just 10 feet apart. With fences, AC units, and landscaping, access for heavy pool equipment could be blocked. In those cases, it might make more sense to have the builder include the pool after all.

🎥 Whether you're buying resale or building new, this video will help you plan smarter and avoid common pool-related pitfalls!

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
02:49 Can I build a pool behind my home?
03:47 Do HOAs allow swimming pools behind homes?
05:43 How can easements stop you from building a swimming pool?
07:33 Can you build a pool and roll it into the financing of your hew home?
10:07 Should your builder build your pool while building my home?

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