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Top-Rated Property appraisers in Cudahy - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser
5.0(
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"This was an appraisal of a older condominium unit in a gated Southern California beach community for a trust administration. Unusual in that Penny did not have access to interior of the unit she had to appraise. She was very thorough in her research of the complex, and inspected a similar unit that was on the market, in addition to reviewing prior sales records and condition of the unit she appraised. Her comps were very good and it was clear that she'd done her due diligence to discern the appropriate sales, given the three different areas of buildout in the complex. She made a balanced and fair valuation of the property which was important for me to have as the Trustee, and reported on her considerations in good detail."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First Source Appraisal, Inc.
4.7(
165
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The appraiser was on time to inspect. And the report came back timely."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Beggs
4.9(
28
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Angi is like a crazy one night stand that won't go away once she gets your number but the appraiser was very professional, knowledgeable, efficient and responsive."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for Randy M. Sonns, Certified Residential Appraiser
Randy M. Sonns, Certified Residential Appraiser
4.7(
180
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Randy was very helpful in appraising our property for us, and was prompt in writing the report. He is very knowledgeable, and his fees were reasonable. Thanks Randy!"
Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Carlton Haugh Appraisal Services
5.0(
55
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about appraisals. Was available within a few days of our first contact and arrived on time to the properties. One of the rental properties' tenants was abrasive and obnoxious but Carlton maintained his composure."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Appraising LA
4.7(
14
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Got three referrals and decided on one. Richard Pease came out at a convenient time for us and was able to give us a detailed appraisal the following day. He was professional, polite, pleasant, and informative."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal Real Estate Solutions
4.9(
8
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Cudahy, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very responsive , informative , and was quick with delivering the appraisal that we asked for . Highly recommend him to anyone, 100% trusted."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, built-in bookshelves can be worth the investment and can add value to your home, especially when constructed from high-quality, timeless materials like luxury hardwood. They offer a practical and stylish storage solution that utilizes wall space effectively. While they cost more than store-bought units, the custom fit and potential to increase your property's resale value make them a desirable feature for many buyers, particularly for homeowners with large book collections. For the best return on investment, consider having them professionally built.

Basement bedrooms can count toward your room count and the square footage of your home on an appraisal if they’re fully legal, which means they have proper ventilation and points of egress, as defined by your local building code. Simply partitioning off a space for a bedroom in an otherwise unfinished basement that isn’t a legal living space won’t affect your appraisal value.

A property valuation, sometimes called a comparative market analysis or CMA, provides a real estate expert’s opinion on how much your property will sell for. It takes many things into consideration, like the condition and location of the home, but ultimately, all that matters for a property valuation is what a buyer might be willing to pay for the property. An appraisal is more concerned with determining the value. A valuation is to estimate what you’ll get for a property, while an appraisal helps a lender establish loan-to-value ratios and loan amounts.

Some appraisers hold a Member of the Appraisal Institute designation. This accolade is the highest credential property appraisers can earn. An MAI appraisal is typically used for commercial properties.

While your lender will likely recommend an appraiser, you can also hire a professional home appraiser on your own. Choose someone who is experienced in your type of residential property, and ensure they hold all of the necessary credentials that your state or region requires.

While there’s technically no limit to the dollar amount you can borrow for a home addition, the standard limit is around 80% of the value the addition is expected to add to your home. That means you could feasibly borrow up to $80,000 if an appraiser determines that the addition or bump out will add $100,000 in value to your property. You might also be limited by your debt-to-income ratio or credit score.

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