Cost of building a pool in Palm Springs, CA?

[Keao Tano]

HI All!

I was wondering if anyone has had experience building a pool in the Palm Springs area of CA? The idea is that homes with pools cost significantly higher than homes without. Plus, the cost of the pool installation would be deductible on an investment property, so I was thinking to spend less on a home without a pool and install a pool later. BUT, I have no idea how much a pool would cost. Obviously details of the pool would change the price, but I was just wanting a ball park number. Or if you have done it before, I would love to hear what you got and for how much.

Thank you all!

[John D.]

We used to be able to get them done around $40k.  Now you are looking at $60k+.  The pool companies were completely slammed, now they are just extremely busy.  Keep in mind for a vacation rental the equipment is a bit more expensive as you need a good heater and remote automation, and a pump and filter that can keep up with heavy sporadic use.