How much do appraisals cost by home type?

• <div><p>The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:</p><ul><li><p>Single-family homes: $300–$400</p></li><li><p>FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500</p></li><li><p>Condominium: $300–$500</p></li><li><p>Multi-family home: $500–$1,000</p></li><li><p>Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000</p></li><li><p>Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000</p></li><li><p>Raw land: $1,000–$8,000</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do I prepare for an appraisal?

• <div><p>Ensure the property is clean, provide access to all areas, and supply relevant documents, such as recent upgrades or tax records.</p></div>

Q: Will land ever lose value?

• <div><p>Land doesn&rsquo;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&rsquo;s value. </p></div>

Q: Who pays for a home appraisal?

• <div><p>The purpose of the home appraisal determines which party pays for it. You&rsquo;re generally responsible for the cost if you need to know the current value of your home to refinance your mortgage, though in some instances the lender will pay for it. The buyer pays for the appraisal when they are applying for their mortgage.</p></div>

Q: Do estate shutters increase home value?

• <div><p>Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home&rsquo;s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2025
Professional, efficient, pleasant. Job was completed in a day during the time frame agreed on (needed for insurance purposes). Property was left clean. Billed within quoted amount. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Wallace Home Improvement
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Reviewed in December 2023
I loved the first $20,000 project this company did for us. The two man crew involved us in every step and were very communicative. The office staff was very attentive and personable. so much so that we hired them to replace our roof and chimney. A crew of 11 men that didn't speak english showed...
Fowler's Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in April 2018
The entire experience from beginning to end was very easy. Our neighbor had recommended Titan Tree so we contacted them to come out and look at our property. We have about 10 crape myrtles and some other large trees in our backyard that needed trimming (e.g. they had large dead branches hanging...
Titan Tree Care
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Reviewed in September 2015
Jon and his crew were absolutely professional and are who you want to paint your home. Their attention to detail is spot on. Unlike most in this business they responded quickly to our initial inquiry and gave us a timely appraisal. The crew was courteous, and were detail oriented. The house...
Jon Sawyer Painting
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Reviewed in April 2013
Schneider Property Management handled every aspect of this project with quality work without any issues. This is one example of many projects that they have completed in recent years.
Schneider Property Management LLC
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Reviewed in February 2013
I called Marquis to clean up significant storm damage and to remove and/or prune many other trees on my property. They came out promptly to provide an estimate. Due to the amount of work, they gave me a break on the rate for the crew. I had a dedicated crew for 4 days. The crew arrived on...
Marquis Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2011
From their reps to their workers, all were excellent . Very responsive to every facet of the job. My house is 120 yrs old and the shingles were not in great shape. They replaced shingles were they had to and tightened up many more. They spent about a week on the prep work more than anticipated...
Innovative Contracting Services Inc
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Reviewed in May 2011
I had antique furniture pieces that I wanted appraised. I had no idea what the value might be; so, I requested guidance and an estimate of the cost of an appraisal via email. Within 1 day of my inquiry I received a phone call from Doug Stinson. He recommended I send pictures of the pieces for...
Carl W Stinson Inc
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Reviewed in October 2010
When our first contract went sour he went the extra mile to try to get it to work, but when it didn't, he helped us find an even better property for our needs. I highly recommend him.
Scott Pressman
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We are committed to producing appraisal reports of the highest quality, with integrity, and in a timely manner, for all our clients. The Maine Appraisal Company emphasizes the use of technology and updated valuation techniques, in order to provide clients with robust and credible reports. We offer a very personal and customer-friendly approach to our appraisal services. Our team of appraisers are eager to discuss your appraisal needs and provide the most appropriate solution. Call us today! If we are unable to assist you, we will make sure you are pointed in the right direction. We are not home inspectors. If you are looking for a home inspector, please start your search over again.

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Ensure the property is clean, provide access to all areas, and supply relevant documents, such as recent upgrades or tax records.

The cost to appraise a home depends on the type. Common types include:

Single-family homes: $300–$400
FHA or VA single-family homes: $400–$500
Condominium: $300–$500
Multi-family home: $500–$1,000
Apartment building: $1,500–$3,000
Commercial properties: $1,400–$10,000
Raw land: $1,000–$8,000

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.

The purpose of the home appraisal determines which party pays for it. You’re generally responsible for the cost if you need to know the current value of your home to refinance your mortgage, though in some instances the lender will pay for it. The buyer pays for the appraisal when they are applying for their mortgage.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

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