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About us
We are State Certified real estate appraisers serving the Chicago and suburban area. We provide residential appraisal services in Chicago and the six county area including Cook, Du Page, Kane, Lake, Will and Mc Henry county.
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
29 years of experience
Services we offer
Date of death valuations, Residential appraisals for all purposes including, bail bonds, bankruptcy, divorce settlement, estate setttlement, pre-listing, pre-purchase, probate, zoning board of appeals and tax appeals.
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.991 Reviews
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Showing 1-25 of 91 reviews
Trudye N.
Dec 2020
As I stated above, I hired Mr. Walsh to appraise my house because I was in the process of selling. He was accommodating in his scheduling. He was able to do the assessment within a few days and on the weekend. According to the tenant he showed up on time. That was where his professionalism ended. I asked him to please provide a sincere appraisal to aid in my decision making. Instead, I got the exact same price that was on the sales contract. He severely under appraised the house. Here was his explanation: “The report says: "Considering the subject's deferred maintenance and that it was sold in as is condition, the appraised value was taken from the contract sales price."” My response was “I knew what the contract sale price was. I set the price. I asked you to appraise the value of the property.” He knew before he went out to view the property that the property was listed ‘As Is’. If he didn’t and he thought that was going to be germane to the appraisal he could have asked. He wasted everyone’s time and my money appraising the house for what was the current asking price. He was also very rude and unprofessional in some of his responses. Do not hire Mr. Walsh. You can easily find someone more courteous with integrity and professionalism.
Maura G.
Dec 2020
I contacted Citywide's Michael Walsh and he responded within 15 minutes. He came out within a few days and was very thorough. I received a multi-page appraisal that was extremely detailed with many pictures, comps and other things I had never thought of. Michael is a shining example of what an appraiser should be.
Linda N.
Sep 2020
It was great and I highly recommend this company! Appraisal was very thorough!
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I do appreciate it"
Timothy K.
Sep 2020
great and he was very informative
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write this review, I do appreciate it"
Sharon C.
Aug 2020
Michael was excellent.
Peter N.
Jul 2020
Michael was thorough and took the neighborhood as well as the house itself into consideration. His completion of the appraisal was timely and clear.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking the time to write this review, I do appreciate it."
Jamil A.
Jun 2020
it went very well. i would totally recommend
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking the time to write a review, I sure do appreciate it"
DAWN F.
Dec 2019
Michael Walsh was great! He replied to my initial email immediately, the price was reasonable, & he was able to schedule the appraisal within days, at a time convenient for us. I needed the report quickly for a property tax appeal & I received it two days before my requested deadline. Highly recommended!
Joe C.
Jul 2018
I needed a house appraisal and the transaction went very smoothly beginning with my initial communication to receiving the appraisal report as everything was done in an efficient and professional manner!
Myles C.
Apr 2018
It went great, Michael was very knowledgeable and helpful. He did a thorough and excellent job on my appraisal in a very timely manner. He was able to answer all of my questions immediately and I would recommend him highly to anyone needed help in the real estate area.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for the review I do appreciate it"
Mike R.
Feb 2018
Michael Walsh was a complete professional to conduct business. The appraisal is very through and complete.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks very much for taking the time to write this review, I do appreciate it"
ELAINE G.
Jan 2018
I left a message for Michael Walsh on Monday, he promptly called me back and came out the very next day for the appraisal. He was prompt, thorough and professional. I would highly recommend his service.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks very much for taking the time to write this review. I do appreciate it"
Ivy B.
Dec 2017
Excellent and thorough appraisal was done in a timely manner. Would recommend using this firm.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you much for taking the time to write the review. I do appreciate it."
Andre B.
Dec 2017
He was professional, he was courteous. He arrived before the scheduled time. He was very efficient when he came. Overall, it was a very good experience.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write the review, I do appreciate it"
Yancong S.
Nov 2017
extremely low appraisal
Elsa D.
Oct 2017
Very prompt and responsible.. well availability and fast service
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I do appreciate it"
TANYA F.
Aug 2017
I disovered that my property was listed 70,000 under market value. Investing is this appraisal was more than worth the investment.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write the review, I do appreciate it"
Richard A.
Jun 2017
Was on time, work seems professional
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks very much for taking the time to write the review I do appreciate it"
Linda D.
May 2017
the work was done
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking the time to write the review, I really do appreciate it"
Julie S.
May 2017
The appraisal was a very thorough detailed report that was sent promptly after receipt of payment. Good followup and service.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I do appreciate it."
Kim T.
May 2017
It went very well.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review, I do appreciate it."
Beth H.
Apr 2017
Michael responded immediately and was available right away. He completed the appraisal in 24 hours from the time of the walk-through. He was professional and courteous. I will definitely recommend his services to family and friends.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking the time for the review and I appreciate your kind words."
Craig L.
Apr 2017
Smoothly and promptly.
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking time to write a review, I do appreciate it"
Chach D.
Apr 2017
Well and accurate
Linda B.
Mar 2017
Excellent!
Response from Citywide Services
"Thanks for taking time to write a review, I do appreciate it"
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FAQ
Citywide Services is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Citywide Services accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Citywide Services offers free project estimates.
No, Citywide Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Citywide Services does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Citywide Services offers emergency services.
No, Citywide Services does not offer warranties.