5 Minneapolis Area Wow! Houses With Must-Have Swimming Pools

MINNEAPOLIS, MI — Right, it’s not outdoor swimming pool season and there are months to go before it is. But getting financing and closing all take time, so even if you can’t dip your toe in the water until May or June, you should start searching now if a swimming pool is at the top of must-have amenities.

Because of the weather, Minneapolis isn’t on realtor.com’s Top 10 list of cities for pool-loving homeowners (not surprisingly, they’re concentrated in Arizona and Florida, the nation’s two steamiest states). They’re an asset in those states for sure, but in other areas of the country like Minnesota, the value of a pool may be more intrinsic than tangible. Insurance costs can go up and the home value may go down, according to realtor.com.

For potential homebuyers who aren’t put off by the risk of a swimming pool, here are five properties in the Minneapolis area from realtor.com:

This outstanding landmark residence at 4807 Sheridan Ave. S in Minneapolis (feature photo) is in exceptional condition and offer stunning Lake Harriet views. It has been superbly renovated and is exclusively detailed with gracious public rooms.The private back yard has an exceptional pool. And it’s all yours for $4,650,000. For a complete property listing and more photos, go to realtor.com.

For $3,750,000, this estate at 5028 Bruce Place in Edina can be yours. Feast your eyes on the gorgeous heated below-ground pool. For a complete property listing and more photos, go to realtor.com.

This 1920s traditional Colonial at 4300 Fremont Ave. S in Minneapolis was completely transformed in 2008. It’s snow-covered now, but the outdoor entertaining area includes terraces and a pool. For a complete property listing and more photos, go to realtor.com.

The price has just been reduced to $1,115,000 on this gorgeous mansion at 4248 Dupont Ave. S. in Minneapolis. The landmark English Tudor is set on an extremely private and oversized lot just steps away from Lake Harriet and Rose Garden. Besides a pool, you’ll also get spa bedrooms. For a complete property listing and more photos, go to realtor.com.

Finally, check out this luxury townhome at 118 Groveland Terrace in Minneapolis, which lists for $1,149,000. Nestled in a private wooded enclave on the crest of Lowry Hill, it offers sweeping views of the Minneapolis skyline. The property as three terraces, and the in-ground pool is shared among association members. For a complete property listing and more photos, go to realtor.com.

Want to see more great homes in the Minneapolis area? Just go to realtor.com and start searching. You can filter homes by price, geographic location and amenities.

All photos courtesy of realtor.com