For homeowners considering adding a pond, one of the most common questions is: What does the average pond cost? At AquaReale, we offer a range of pond sizes and customization options that allow you to create a pond suited to your preferences, landscape, and budget. Our Pond Calculator helps estimate starting costs, but there’s more you can do to make a pond your own.
Starting Prices for Custom Ponds
At AquaReale, we offer pond sizes and designs to suit a variety of spaces and budgets. Each pond is crafted to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, enhancing your landscape with a serene, natural water feature. Based on our experience, here’s an overview of what you can expect for starting prices:
- Small Pond (4′ x 6′): Starting at $13,075
Ideal for smaller yards or areas with limited space, this compact pond provides a tranquil escape without overwhelming the landscape. Despite its smaller size, it includes essential features such as excavation, durable liner, and an efficient filtration system, ensuring a high-quality pond that’s easy to maintain and enjoy. - Medium Pond (8′ x 11′): Starting at $20,850
A popular choice for those wanting a pond that makes a statement without occupying too much space, the medium-sized pond offers more depth and flexibility. This size is perfect for adding fish or aquatic plants, and with extra room, it can accommodate a few custom features like a waterfall or lighting to enhance its appeal. - Large Pond (11′ x 16′): Starting at $30,850
For a more prominent landscape feature, the large pond size allows for an expansive design that can be the focal point of your outdoor space. With plenty of room for customization, a large pond can support a variety of plants, a fish habitat, and multiple add-ons. This option provides a more immersive water feature experience, perfect for those who want a backyard retreat. - Extra Large Pond (16′ x 20′): Starting at $46,725
Our extra-large ponds are ideal for larger properties or for homeowners who want a grand, eye-catching feature. With ample space for fish, plants, streams, and custom features like multiple waterfalls, this pond size offers endless possibilities for creating a backyard oasis. It’s designed to blend into the natural environment, providing a serene, spacious area to relax and enjoy nature.
These starting prices include all the essentials for a functioning, aesthetically pleasing pond—excavation, pond liner, filtration system, and basic setup. With these basics covered, you have a solid foundation to build upon, giving you the flexibility to add customized features and upgrades that match your vision.
Optional Add-Ons for a Truly Unique Pond
To make your pond a standout feature, consider these highly popular add-ons:
- Fish Cave ($675.00)
Protect your fish from predators like Blue Heron with a specialized fish cave—a strategically placed area of rocks that provides a safe hideaway. - Automatic Bacteria Dosing System ($675.00)
Think of this as an “IV for your pond.” This system helps keep your pond water clear and healthy year-round by automatically adding beneficial bacteria. - Stream Upgrade ($400.00 per foot)
Nothing enhances a pond like a stream. Add length to your water feature for a more natural, flowing appearance. As they say, “No one ever wanted less pond!” - Lighting Upgrade Package ($1,950.00)
LED lights create an enchanting nighttime display, highlighting your pond’s features and providing peaceful, evening ambiance. - IonGen String Algae Elimination System ($1,325.00)
This Aquascape system helps prevent unsightly string algae from taking over your pond, keeping it clear and beautiful. - Aeration System ($675.00)
Add oxygen to the water to keep fish comfortable during hot months and prevent freezing in winter by circulating the water for added freshness. - Faux Rock Cover ($275.00)
Hide cords, boxes, or other equipment with a realistic faux rock cover that blends seamlessly with your pond’s aesthetic. - AutoFill Valve ($675.00)
Keep your pond consistently filled with an AutoFill valve that connects to a water source. A convenient option for busy pond owners, it’s as easy as setting it up and letting it work automatically. - Perimeter Planting ($3,950.00)
Complete your pond with beautiful perimeter plantings, including 12 small shrubs and perennials, to seamlessly integrate your pond with the landscape. We handle planting and mulching, creating a lush, finished look.
Making Your Pond Your Own
While the base price of a pond includes all essentials, these upgrades can truly make your pond one-of-a-kind. Just like designing a custom home, creating a pond with features that match your lifestyle and aesthetic gives you a space you’ll enjoy every day.
Start Planning Your Pond with AquaReale’s Pond Calculator
To get an idea of costs and features that fit within your budget, try our Pond Calculator for an instant estimate. For further assistance, reach out to our team to discuss a custom pond design that’s right for you!
Ready to Make Your Dream Pond a Reality?
If you’re ready to bring your vision to life, try our Pond Calculator to get a rough estimate based on your preferences. For a more personalized approach, schedule a call with us to discuss your specific vision. Our AquaReale team is here to help design a pond that meets your needs, budget, and style.
