In Florida, waterfront properties are hot-ticket items, typically worth double the value of their landlocked counterparts, even more so when it has the proper marine construction attached. Whether you're settled along a canal, inlet, or the ocean itself, adding a dock to your home will definitely increase its value. The question is, by how much?
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Do Docks Add Value to Your Property?
Adding a dock to your waterfront property can offer a range of benefits, from enhanced lifestyle enjoyment to increased property value. While it’s clear that a dock adds functional and aesthetic appeal, the exact impact on your property’s value depends on several factors. These include the dock’s design, its access to navigable water, and how well it complements your property’s natural features and local market preferences.
Generally, docks that provide access to deep water—especially at low tide—tend to add the most value, as they allow for easier and more reliable boating and water access. However, many variables come into play, including your property’s location, shoreline characteristics, and the specific type of dock you choose.
There are several types of docks to consider, each with its own benefits and potential to increase value:
- Floating Docks
- Stationary Standing Docks
- Wheeled Boating Docks
- Pipe Docks
- Lift Docks
- Slip Docks
- One-of-a-kind Custom Docks
Then, of course, there are the style options, extras, and luxury additions that can increase the value of your dock even further. In Florida, people have been known to turn their docks into picnic areas, outdoor lounges, grilling stations, and tiki bars!
Why You Should Add a Dock to Your Waterfront Property
Most people don’t add a dock just to increase property value, a well-built dock also brings real benefits like added convenience, easier water access, and long-term savings.
Convenience
Without your own dock, a day on the water often involves a lot of prep: loading gear, driving your boat across town, waiting for space at crowded public docks, and setting up, which eats into your actual time on the water and discourages spontaneous trips. Having a private dock changes everything: you can simply step outside, hop on your boat, and be on the water within minutes. This convenience not only saves time but also encourages more frequent and flexible use of your boat, making your waterfront property a true recreational retreat and allowing you to enjoy more of what you love without the hassle.
Savings
Adding a dock to your property doesn’t just save you time, it can also save you money long term. With your boat right at home, you eliminate the need to pay for fuel to haul it across town or monthly and seasonal storage fees. Over time, these savings add up, making a dock a smart investment for both your lifestyle and your wallet.
Lifestyle
Living on the water offers a lifestyle unlike any other. Beyond boating, you gain easy access to swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and countless other water activities. By adding a dock to your property, these experiences become even more accessible and convenient. A dock truly transforms waterfront living, making every day feel like a getaway.
Here at Duncan Seawall, we have spent the last forty years serving Southwest Florida with marine projects, from planning to permits to project completion.
To learn more about our products and services, including our marine construction expertise and custom residential docks, please contact us at any time. We look forward to hearing from you!
