Pool Cost in Palm Beach County
Pool Cost in Palm Beach County: $50K to $250K Guide
Pool Cost Guide
How Much Does a Pool Cost in Palm Beach County?
A typical new custom gunite pool from Blue Key Pools runs $50,000 to $250,000. Where your project lands in that range depends on the design, the features and finishes you choose, and your site. Get a free estimate for your yard.
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The Short Answer: $50,000 to $250,000
For most Palm Beach County homeowners, a new custom gunite pool from Blue Key Pools falls between $50,000 and $250,000. That is a wide range because every pool we build is custom. A modest pool with a clean design and standard finishes sits at the lower end. A larger pool with a raised spa, a sun shelf, water features, premium tile and coping, a big deck and automation moves toward the top.
The fastest way to get a real number is a free on-site consultation. We look at your yard, talk through what you want and your budget, and then deliver a free 3D design in 3 days, followed by a detailed written proposal with your project price.
Every Blue Key Pools project includes engineering and permits handled for you, and a typical new build takes under 3 months from dig to swim.
What Drives the Price Within That Range
These are the main factors that move a project up or down the range. We do not publish line-item prices, because each depends on your design and site. Your written proposal breaks the project down for you.
Pool size and depth: A bigger pool means more excavation, steel, gunite, tile, finish and water. Depth matters too: a deep end for diving, or a pool that is shallow throughout for play and lounging.
Shape and complexity: Simple geometric shapes are the most straightforward to form. Freeform curves, multiple levels, vanishing or spillover edges and tight radii take more labor.
Spa: A raised or attached spa adds its own shell, plumbing, jets, heating and often a spillover into the pool.
Sun shelf, benches and steps: Built-in features such as a sun shelf, benches, swim-outs and wide entry steps add forming, steel and finish work.
Water features: Bubblers, sheer descents, deck jets, scuppers and fire bowls each add equipment, plumbing and installation.
Interior finish: Finish types and colors vary in material and labor, and they change the look and feel of the water.
Waterline tile and coping: Porcelain, glass and natural stone tile, and coping materials such as travertine, natural stone, pavers or concrete, all differ in material cost and installation.
Deck material and area: The deck is often a large part of the project. How much square footage you want, and whether it is pavers, travertine or another surface, both move the total.
Equipment and automation: Pump, filtration, sanitation (such as a saltwater system), heating or a heat pump, and automation.
Lighting: LED pool and spa lighting, plus landscape and deck lighting for evenings.
Site access and conditions: Tight side yards, limited access for equipment, soil conditions, water table, drainage, existing structures and anything that has to be removed or relocated.
Engineering, permits and HOA: Engineering, permit fees and the inspections required by your town or the County, plus HOA architectural review where it applies.
Safety barrier, fence or screen enclosure: Every pool needs a barrier that meets Florida’s Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act. That might be a fence, a screen enclosure or other approved safety features.
Pergolas: A pergola over the deck or lounge area adds shade and style, and it also raises the total project price.
Outdoor kitchens: An outdoor kitchen, with grill, counters, storage and the gas, electrical and plumbing it needs, can also raise the total project price.
Artificial turf: Artificial turf around the pool or in the yard is low-maintenance and stays green, and it also adds to the total project price.
Ways to Keep the Project Within Budget
Start with how you will actually use the pool, whether that is lounging, laps, kids or entertaining, and size it to fit.
Choose a few features you will love instead of every option.
Phase the project: build the pool now and leave the utilities and deck space ready for a pergola, outdoor kitchen or turf later.
Ask about financing through Lyon Financial.
Remodeling instead of building new? See our pool renovations. Every renovation is quoted from what we find on site.
FAQ
Pool Cost Questions
How much does a new pool cost in Palm Beach County?
A typical new custom gunite pool from Blue Key Pools runs $50,000 to $250,000, depending on size, features, finishes and your site.
Why is the range so wide?
Every pool is custom. Size, shape, spa, water features, finishes, deck area, equipment and site conditions all vary, and so do outdoor living additions like pergolas, outdoor kitchens and artificial turf.
Are permits and engineering included?
We handle the engineering and permits for your project, and your written proposal spells out what is included.
How do I get an exact price?
Book a free consultation. We deliver a free 3D design in 3 days, then a detailed written proposal.
Do you offer financing?
Yes, through Lyon Financial. See our financing page.
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