‘Clothing-optional’ pool sets condos apart

Free upgrades and paid closing costs not enough incentive to buy a condo in a sluggish housing market? How about nude swimming and sunbathing?

The developers of Arbors at Branch Creek, a condo conversion in Tampa, Fla., are hoping a clothing-optional pool will attract buyers.

“We know there are people out there who will enjoy this amenity,” said Christine Pirkle, director of sales for Eden Condominiums. “It’s just become more accepted and people who want this option don’t have very much of it.”

A second pool on the property will require clothing.