Hi, all. City Editor Bailey here. We've reached the depths of August, and a pool isn't just a want ... It's a need.

We rounded up six Tampa Bay homes to make that poolside perch permanent. FYI, they’re all on the market as of Wednesday, Aug. 2.

5909 Beacon Shores St., Tampa | 4 BD, 7 BA | $4 million
Enjoy 180° sunset views over Tampa Bay from this stunning Westshore Yacht Club home's multiple outdoor terraces.

416 16th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | 4 BD, 4.5 BA | $2.7 million
Located in St. Pete's highly sought after Historic Old Northeast neighborhood, this 1920s home sits on two lots + features original hardwood floors, a mother-in-law suite, and a lagoon pool with waterfalls and a hot tub.

4505 W. San Rafael St., Tampa | 5 BD, 7 BA | $3.25 million
This modern Sunset Park home features a luxe owner's suite, open concept kitchen, workshop space, a putting green, and a private escape backyard with a serene pool.

Every day could start with a boat trip when you wake up here. | Photo via Keller Williams St. Pete Realty

560 79th St. S., St. Petersburg | 2 BD, 3 BA | $1.13 million
The canal-front home is perfect for enjoying the outdoors, with a boat lift, floating dock, heated pool, and pavered space for parking your lounge chair.

2093 Carolina Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | 6 BD, 8 BA | $9.9 million
The nearly 8,000-sqft home sits right along the water in Venetian Isles and includes a full catering kitchen, 400-bottle wine cellar, elevator, two boat docks, and a pool.

Hop in the glowing pool after your boat day or a long work week. | Photo via Craig Kincheloe, Keller Williams

6 Sandpiper Rd., Tampa | 4 BD, 4 BA | $3.4 million

This beautiful Mediterranean-style estate boasts waterfront views from the front and back of the home, a natural gas grill, custom woodwork, and a massive garden with a koi pond, waterfalls, lush landscaping, and a pool + spa.