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Harris Appraisal Services

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About us

MA Certified Residential R.E. Appraiser with over 25 years experience for divorce, estate planning, probate, date of death valuation, bankruptcy, appraisal review, & market value for sellers (FSBO) or buyers. From a tear-down or starter home in need of work to a multi-million dollar mansion. Pre-revolutionary war era antique home to proposed construction. Quality work by a member of the Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Appraisers for residential single family, two to four family, condominium, or residential land, north of Boston in eastern Middlesex, Essex, and parts of Suffolk counties. FHA/HUD approved. When you require the highest quality, well researched, well written appraisal report or if a less structured valuation is desired, please contact us. Sorry, but no commercial properties, businesses, or personal property. Except for a Credit Union Loan, for a new mortgage or refinance, your lender shall arrange for an appraiser. Please feel free to contact us.

Business highlights

29 years of experience

Services we offer

( 1 -4 family ), condominium, and single residential lots of land. Sorry, but no , Residential Real Estate Appraisal Our Specialty! Single family, multi-family , commercial, large tracks of land, or personal property.

Reviews
4.818 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Stephen N.
May 2021
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Rusty Harris is very personable and professional and is very familiar with Medford, having lived there for years before moving to Reading. Our appraisal report is due in 10 days.

Michael J.
Mar 2019
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$525
When I contacted the Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Appraisers (MBREA) for their recommendations, two of the instructors on the board provided me with a list of six appraisers in my area and Rusty Harris was at the top of their recommendation list. The appraisal report that I received was both detailed and accurately describes the property. He provided additional details in the addendum of the report for substantiation. In addition, Rusty Harris extensive qualifications are listed in the report which adds further credibility. I found Rusty Harris to be professional and easy to work with, and the cost of the service to be competitive with other appraisals. Given the opportunity, I would likely use Harris Appraisal Services in the future.

Susan F.
Mar 2018
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Rusty does a very complete and thorough appraisal. Excellent!

Marilyn G.
Jun 2016
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Professional, knowledgeable, spent time to explain perimeters of appraisal, reasonably priced.

JAGMOHAN C.
Jun 2016
4.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
He is experienced professional. lot of years experience in the industry,

Ken L.
Jun 2016
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$395
Rusty was very professional and thorough.He was on time and gave a more detailed appraisal than my other ones I received, I would recommend him to any one.

Joel W.
May 2016
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
very helpful and thorough

Timothy R.
May 2016
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$375
Rusty Harris was extremely thorough and thoughtful. He spent at least one hour looking at my condo and thoroughly explained everything he was looking at. His report was of great quality and he was a pleasure to work with.

Donna M.
Mar 2016
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Rusty is professional, thorough,and honest. He spent considerable time completing the research and developing comparisons in a more difficult real estate appraisal situation. He stayed in contact with me and provided detailed explanations of the appraisal results.

Tony N.
Sep 2015
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Rusty was very thorough and met my expectations

John G.
Jul 2015
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Mr. Harris was prompt and professional. He was very thorough and was very familiar with the local and surrounding real estate market.

Dag Y.
May 2015
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Harris appraisal was prompt and professional in all communication. Mr. Harris really had the knowledge, experience and dedication to produce accurate and well documented appraisals. I would not hesitate to recommend his services

Shanna B.
Aug 2014
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have worked with Rusty Harris for both personal and buisness purposes. As an atttorney representing financial institutions, I have come across many appraisal companies and Mr. Harris is the best that I have seen. He was very understanding of the timeline and the need for expedited services and he was able to work with me to get the appraisal done. I have recommended his company to all of my lending clients and to my friends and family. He is now my "go to person" for my appraisal and expert needs.

Christine R.
Sep 2013
5.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very thorough and helpful with all my questions.

Peter M.
Sep 2013
4.5
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Rusty was thorough, on time and delivered the appraisal when he promised! I highly recommend his services

Marissa V.
Aug 2013
3.0
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Rusty was very responsive, but I was expecting a more thorough appraisal and better understanding of the market (e.g. better knowledge surrounding comps in town and better ability to assign a tangible value to attributes in a home that are important to today's buyers, such as open floor plans, etc.). I also expected a more detailed financial analysis regarding any potential detractors to the property - he did not really put a dollar value on these. While this exercise is not an exact science and ultimately true value is determined by the market, I think a more DD was warranted for analysis.

Bob N.
Apr 2013
N/A
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Rusty contacted me with amazing speed to discuss the project. He honestly related the area he does most of his work and we agreed that my needs would be better served by someone closer to the property.

Thomas D.
Dec 2012
N/A
Appraisal Real Estate Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$375
Mr. Harris showed up promptly and armed with all the information he needed concerning my home. He did a great job looking at all aspects of the property and gave me his honest opinion of what we could do to increase the value of our home.

Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number

4033

Trade License Expiration

11/19/2025

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FAQ

Harris Appraisal Services is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

No, Harris Appraisal Services does not offer free project estimates.

No, Harris Appraisal Services does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Harris Appraisal Services does not offer a senior discount.

No, Harris Appraisal Services does not offer emergency services.

No, Harris Appraisal Services does not offer warranties.