The Domain report published October 27, 2025, shows In the face of shrinking block sizes, rising living costs and an ongoing construction crunch, Aussie home buyers are refusing to pull the plug on pools, with the beloved backyard blue remaining the most sought-after feature across almost every capital.
As summer looms and pool owners prepare to smugly roll out the floaties and Esky, a new Domain report has revealed that “pool” still tops the list of most-searched-for keywords for home hunters.
Just Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra buck the trend, with buyers there prioritising a granny flat, art deco charm and a north-facing abode above a place to dip their toes.
Industry experts say prices have stabilised over the past 12 months, as supply chains ease and new tech speeds up installs. Meanwhile, property punters still tip a price premium of 10 to 13 per cent for homes with a pool.
“It’s clear most Aussie home buyers still value a pool above all else,” said Domain chief of research and economics Dr Nicola Powell.
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