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FAQ: How Much Does a Natural Swimming Pool Cost to Build?

The cost to build a Natural Swimming Pool/Pond depends on the design of the NSP itself (there are many different styles and construction methods) as well as the intended site (local material costs and availability vary greatly from region to region). Because of these factors, natural pools range widely in price, anywhere from $15 - $300 per square foot (with most falling in the $20 - $80 per square foot range).

Things that go into the cost of a natural pool build:
  • Design (see our design options here)
  • Permitting (cost and complexity vary greatly by location)
  • Materials (liner, pump(s), plumbing, rocks, plants, etc)
  • Heavy machinery rental (excavator, track loader, compactor, etc)​ or cost of professional operator time/equipment use
  • Labor to put it all together (4-8 weeks for construction is typical)

In our experience, most natural pools cost around $70,000 - $150,000 to build depending on the design and local material/labor costs. Larger, more complex natural pools (commercial size) can be more like $400,000 - $600,000. 

If you're ready to learn more about natural pools, check out the eBook and online courses available on The Natural Pool Academy! Ready to build? The Natural Pool Academy has construction plans too. ​​

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