Would you pay more for a spa in your next home? In New Zealand, it seems so. Across the country, the number of homes listed in the past two years with spas reached 6,162, while those with a swimming pool numbered just 757.
This is perhaps due to a cool climate, averaging 10-16 degrees Celsius annually.
Sitting in a warm spa is clearly much more comfortable than swimming in a cold pool. However, spas are also a much more affordable option and don’t require a building permit and fencing in comparison to swimming pools.
Interestingly, out of the top 10 suburbs for homes listed with spas in the past two years, eight are in Auckland. This may mean if you live in Auckland and your home does not have a spa, it may be at a disadvantage when it comes time to sell. Spas generally increase the value of a home at a minimum of the amount they cost to build.
