Quick answer: A pool house costs $40,000–$150,000 in Los Angeles depending on scope — a basic cabana with shade and storage is the affordable option, while a full pool house with bathroom and kitchenette costs significantly more. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) handles this throughout Greater Los Angeles.
A pool house turns a backyard pool into a true outdoor living destination, adding shade, storage, a changing area, and often a bathroom or kitchenette. In Los Angeles, where outdoor entertaining is a year-round lifestyle, a well-built pool house in Brentwood, Encino, Pacific Palisades, or Tarzana adds both enjoyment and property value. APLA Construction is a licensed LA general contractor (CA Lic #1136359) that builds custom pool houses and cabanas.
Pool house construction in Los Angeles typically costs between $40,000 and $150,000, depending on size, plumbing, and finishes. A 2026 guide:
| Item | Typical Cost |
| Basic cabana (shade, storage, changing area) | $40,000 to $70,000. |
| Pool house with bathroom and kitchenette | $80,000 to $150,000. |
| Cost per square foot | roughly $300 to $500 in LA, higher with full plumbing and premium finishes. |
The biggest cost drivers are running water and sewer lines for a bathroom, adding a kitchenette, electrical and lighting, and matching the design to your main home.
A pool house with a full kitchen and bathroom may qualify as an ADU under California law, which can let you rent it for income. If you want that flexibility, we design to ADU standards. If you simply want a poolside amenity, a cabana is faster and more affordable. Explore our ADU construction services to compare.
A pool house with plumbing or electrical requires a permit from LADBS or your city building department, and setback rules apply. APLA handles plans, permits, and inspections so the structure is fully legal and adds documented value at resale.
From Spanish-style cabanas in Los Feliz to clean modern pool houses in Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, we match the architecture of your home and the character of your neighborhood, with materials chosen for sun, heat, and coastal conditions.
Yes, if it includes electrical, plumbing, or is a permanent enclosed structure. APLA pulls all required permits.
Yes, and it is one of the most popular features. Adding a full bath runs roughly $20,000 to $35,000 depending on how far utilities must run.
In LA, a quality pool house enhances outdoor living appeal and can return a meaningful portion of its cost, especially in higher-end neighborhoods.
Most pool houses take 6 to 12 weeks of construction after permits, depending on plumbing and size.
APLA Construction builds custom pool houses and cabanas across Los Angeles. Licensed CA Lic #1136359 — verify on CSLB. Call (818) 818-4419 or email info@aplaconstruction.com for a free estimate today.