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Last update on April 15, 2026

Top-Rated Property appraisers in Oakland - Updated Nov 2026

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Silicon Valley Pioneer Appraisal Services
4.8(
38
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Customers say: True professional

"Fast, fair and first-rate service. Viewed property on a Wednesday, and had the appraisal by Saturday evening"
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Elmer Gamoning
5.0(
12
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Elmer was very professional on my land appraisal. He made two trips to the planning department in order to determine the highest and best use of my land based on San Jose's zoning and building requirements. Elmer was very easy to contact by phone. He always answered his phone or readily called me back. I would gladly use him to do any future appraisals."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fleener Services
5.0(
43
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He did a thorough and flawless job. Could not be happier. I own multiple properties and for this property got three appraisals and his was the most insightful by far."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mission Group Appraisal
5.0(
7
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Kabatznick performed an appraisal in a timely fashion and was very pleasant to work with. I would recommend him for future appraisals."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJR Appraisal Services
New to Angi
Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

JJR Appraisal Services is an appraisal firm founded and managed by Jeffrey Ho and Joseph Schumacher, Certified Residential Appraisers. \n\nPrior to being a real estate appraiser, Jeffrey worked for five years as a corporate lawyer at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, a major international law firm, and he applies that work ethic to all aspects of his appraisal business. Prior to real estate appraisal, Joseph founded and exited two service businesses, growing the last to over 60 on the team, and understands the importance of understanding and prioritizing clients' needs. As Bay Area property owners and real estate investors themselves as well, both Jeffrey and Joseph bring decades of knowledge.\n\nWe pride ourselves on quality work, fast turnaround times and competitive pricing. We have experience completing appraisals for single family homes, multi-family properties (2-4 units) and condominiums. Contact us today for a free quote - we'd love to help you out with your appraisal needs!

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
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Property Appraiser FAQs, answered by experts

You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.

Land doesn’t depreciate in the same way that a house, vehicle, or other property does, but it can lose value based on various factors. Environmental changes, nearby development, zoning changes, and economic downturns can all cause land to lose value over time. Value is a comparative figure, so as other related factors change, so can land’s value.

Appraisals can come in above or below the list price or offer price for a property, and where it falls depends on many factors. Those include the condition of the property, the location, and the age of the home, but often, the condition of the market is the biggest determining factor. Where demand is high for properties, buyers compete with each other for homes, which tends to drive up offer prices above where appraisals come in. Where demand is low, you’ll often see the opposite happening.

In short, yes, a pond can add to your home’s value. However, whether it adds value will depend on the condition and aesthetic of your pond. Having this feature already built into a yard’s home can be appealing to homebuyers who value its aesthetic and would prefer not to build it themselves. But if it is not kept in good condition, it could turn buyers away.

As a seller, it might feel tempting to skip the appraisal, especially in a hot market that sees a lot of all-cash offers. While you can technically forgo it and hope for an all-cash offer, you’ll likely have a very tough time selling without an appraisal. 

In addition to protecting lenders from risk, appraisals also protect buyers’ investments. As such, it isn’t typically recommended for buyers to skip appraisals.

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