Above-ground pools may add value to homes if they are well-designed and maintained, but not if they're removable or poorly maintained. It also depends on pool demand in your area. Warm climates make any kind of pool desirable, while home buyers in colder climates will likely see the pool as an inconvenience. Above-ground pools tend to add less value than in-ground pools. Realtors will tell homeowners that the decision to add an above-ground pool should be based on their personal enjoyment rather than being an effort to increase the value of the outdoor space.