Gunite Pool Cost in Knoxville, TN (2026 Price Guide)
Gunite pools offer unlimited design freedom. Every gunite pool is custom-built on-site, which means pricing varies widely. Here is what gunite pools actually cost in Knoxville and surrounding areas.
$95,000 - $350,000+
Complete installed price range
Pricing reviewed June 2026 by Morales Outdoor Living
What to Expect
Every project is unique. These ranges reflect typical East Tennessee installations.
Standard Custom
$95k - $155k
- ✓Up to 400 sq ft freeform shape
- ✓Plaster interior finish
- ✓Concrete or basic paver deck
- ✓Standard equipment package
- ✓LED lighting
Premium Custom
$155k - $250k
- ✓400 to 600 sq ft with features
- ✓Pebble or premium plaster
- ✓Travertine or porcelain deck
- ✓Integrated spa or sunshelf
- ✓Waterfall or grotto
- ✓Heater & salt system
Resort / Luxury
$250k - $350k+
- ✓600+ sq ft with complex shape
- ✓All-tile or premium pebble
- ✓Multi-level hardscape
- ✓Full outdoor kitchen adjacent
- ✓Fire features
- ✓Smart automation & cover
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Pricing Factors
Pool Size & Complexity
Larger pools require more gunite, steel, and plaster. Complex shapes, beach entries, and infinity edges add significant labor.
Interior Finish
White plaster is standard. Pebble finishes like Pebble Tec or all-tile interiors increase cost but last longer and look stunning.
Deck & Coping
Travertine coping and paver decking cost more than concrete but are the most requested upgrades on gunite pools.
Water Features
Rock waterfalls, grottos, sheer descents, and deck jets require additional plumbing, pumps, and structural work.
Integrated Spa
Adding a connected spa with spillover requires additional equipment, plumbing, and heater capacity.
Site Challenges
Rock excavation, limited access, high water tables, and steep grades all increase the complexity and cost of gunite construction.
Frequently Asked
How much does a custom gunite pool cost in Knoxville / East Tennessee in 2026?+
Custom gunite pools run $95,000 to $350,000+ installed. A standard custom build lands around $95,000 to $155,000, most premium projects with a spa and quality decking land between $155,000 and $250,000, and resort-level builds run $250,000 to $350,000+.
Why is gunite more expensive than fiberglass?+
Gunite is built from scratch on site: excavation, steel reinforcement, concrete sprayed in place, then plaster or pebble finish and tile. That craftsmanship buys unlimited shape, size, and features, but it costs more and takes 6 to 12 weeks.
What adds the most cost to a gunite pool?+
Integrated spas ($12,000 to $30,000), vanishing edges ($15,000 to $50,000), premium finishes, automation, and site challenges like rock excavation or retaining walls on sloped East Tennessee lots.
How long does a gunite pool last?+
The shell lasts 30 to 50+ years. Plan on refinishing the interior every 10 to 15 years for plaster or 15 to 25 for pebble finishes.
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