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

CLEVELAND, 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, Cleveland 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 Ohio, 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 Cleveland area from realtor.com:

This mansion at 19400 N. Park Blvd. in Shaker Heights (feature photo) lists just shy of $5 million —$495,000,000. The Georgian revival masterpiece one of Cleveland’s most remarkable and iconic homes, blending traditional design with every modern amenity and luxury. Of course, there’s an in-ground pool and expansive lawns for summer entertaining — and your guests can stay over at a private apartment with a separate entrance. There’s a pub in the fully finished lower level, too. For a complete property description and more photos, go to realtor.com.

For significantly less money — $2,775,000 — this gorgeous mansion at 9755 Reserve Run in Brecksville. But the cost to duplicate it is more than $5 million. So, what do you get at this mansion besides a 70-by-40 foot indoor swimming pool? Everything you could possibly want or need. For a complete property description and more photos, go to realtor.com.

With an address like 29997 Chairmans Rowe, it’s no surprise that this Westlake property has every amenity possible, including an outdoor in-ground pool and cabana house with a granite kitchen and brick fireplace, a beautifully manicured outdoor entertainment area and numerous other Wow! factors. For $2.4 million, you’ll get absolute perfection, luxury and sophistication. For a complete property description and more photos, go to realtor.com.

This historic carriage house at 17 E. Hanna in Bratenahl has been completely restored without compromising the architectural details. Besides all the amenities inside — a serious cook’s kitchen, coffered ceilings, two fully renovated in-law suites, granite, marble and so much more — there’s a gorgeous in-ground pool. For a complete property description and more photos, go to realtor.com.

If something more contemporary is your style, this $2,200,000 estate at 2828 Weybridge Drive in Westlake offers elegance with casual living in one incredible home. Besides a pool, you’ll also get an indoor basketball court and private weight room. For a complete property description and more photos, go to realtor.com.

Want to see more great homes in the Cleveland 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