Homes for Sale with a Pool in Buckeye, Arizona
Buckeye is one of the fastest-growing areas in the West Valley, with a historic downtown and a lot of new master-planned communities. It sits at the far western edge of the Valley, close to the White Tank Mountains and open desert. These are the newest homes for sale in Buckeye where the MLS listing data shows a pool. In the Phoenix area, a pool can be used much of the year, but it also adds ongoing cost and upkeep.
What to Check on a Pool Home
- The age and condition of the pump, filter, heater and other equipment.
- The condition of the pool surface, tile and decking.
- Monthly costs for maintenance, chemicals and electricity, and whether a pool service comes with the home.
- Fencing, barriers and safety requirements that apply to the property.
Before You Buy
Ask for the age and condition of the pool equipment and surface, and consider a separate pool inspection during your inspection period.
Every purchase is different, and I'm a strong negotiator who keeps negotiating until the keys are in my client's hands. On some homes you may also be able to take over the seller's existing FHA, VA or USDA loan; see my assumable mortgage guide.
Buckeye pool homes: questions people ask
What pool fence rules apply to a home in Buckeye?
Buckeye requires a barrier around a residential pool or spa that is at least 60 inches tall, measured on the side away from the water. Pedestrian gates must open outward away from the pool and be self-closing and self-latching, with the latch release at least 54 inches above the ground. Openings in the barrier cannot let a 4-inch sphere pass through, and the 3 feet outside the barrier must be kept clear of objects that could be climbed.
Does Arizona require a pool safety notice when you buy a home with a pool?
Yes, Arizona law requires anyone who sells, rents or leases a home with a swimming pool to give the buyer or renter a pool safety notice approved by the Arizona Department of Health Services. The same rule applies to anyone who agrees to build a pool. The notice covers pool safety education and the responsibilities of pool ownership.
Do I need a permit to add a pool or spa to a Buckeye home?
Yes, a new residential pool or spa in Buckeye needs a building permit from the city's Development Services department. The application includes engineered pool plans, a site plan showing the pool, equipment, barriers and gates, and a pool barrier form signed by the owner. The barrier must be in place by the pool's final inspection, and the pool cannot be placed in a public utility easement.
Does Buckeye restrict filling or refilling pools during a drought?
Not at this time, because the city's water conservation page says Buckeye has not put any part of its Drought Management Plan into effect. The plan has four levels, and a 2022 city update on the plan lists a ban on refilling swimming pools and spas at Level 3. The city estimates an average 400 square foot pool takes about 16,000 gallons to fill and can lose up to 2,500 gallons a month to evaporation in summer.
Who provides water to a pool home in Buckeye?
Many Buckeye homes get water from the City of Buckeye, but the city says EPCOR Water and Arizona Water Company also serve areas inside city limits. The provider depends on the address, so confirm it with the city's Utility Billing office before you buy. Learn more in my Moving to Buckeye guide.
Learn more in my Moving to Buckeye guide, browse homes by lifestyle and amenity, or compare all my Greater Phoenix city guides. Call Terry Day at 602-483-4665.
