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: Can I get an appraisal for tax purposes?

• <div><p>Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.</p></div>

Q: How can I find a trustworthy appraiser?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Do home appraisers look at windows?

• <div><p>Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They&rsquo;ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.</p></div>

Q: How often should I have my property appraised?

• <div><p>Typically during transactions or refinancing, or whenever significant improvements are made.</p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2025

Reviewed in June 2023
We are one of a handful of new construction purchases (within the last year). During the build process, they were great to work with. Once we closed, all that changed. We have to run space heaters during the winter months (a brand new home) due to the design of the ductwork and Sussex...
Sussex Construction Inc
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Reviewed in May 2023
Expedient and responsive! I was unable to perform some cleanup and maintenance this spring due to an injury and Tim helped me remove some dead trees, debris, and went out of his way to help with other cleanup and spring prep to help the property be ready for sod. I look forward to Tim helping...
Tim's Lawn Care Helena
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Reviewed in August 2022
My landlord insists on using this business and they have wasted so much time and money just for simple issues that they make worse. The level of unprofessionalism and disrespect is astounding, especially as a small local business. Every time, there's an issue with them sending someone on time,...
CLARK'S PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in May 2021
Dani was so easy to work with and eager to meet the requirements that Air bnb has for our vacation property. She will be our go-to gal for a long as she is in business!
Moore Clean
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Reviewed in October 2015
excellent care of property; clearly conveyed issues; did take longer to complete than originally thought
GOLDEN EAGLE CONSTRUCTION CO
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Reviewed in September 2014
The provider was respectful of my property, responsive and did a good job. I would use them again.
Mr C's Chimney & Air Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in April 2014
Many thanks to the crew for a job well done. Their trimming of the hedges and removal of the trees and stumps was done quickly and in a professional manner. Nitro Green's arborist was especially helpful in offering not only an acceptable fee estimate, but also, suggestions on how to enhance...
Nitro Green of Helena
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Reviewed in September 2012
I was extremely pleased with Three Generations Roofing. This is a family-run business. They are very straight-forward in their dealings, and extraordinarily pleasant people to have working on your property. They work hard, and they seem proud of the work that they do. They took care of the...
Three Generations Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2012
Initially they were a little stand-offish when first called (perhaps because this was for a rental property), but once on site they were very professional and resolved the issue quickly. In the end we were very pleased with their work.
H & L Drilling Inc
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Reviewed in April 2012
As stated above we needed several large and dangerous pine trees removed as well as the debris - once awarded the contract they were prompt and complete. They did a wonderful job and did no damage to our property. Plus they saved us over $1500 from the other bidders. This is the tree company...
Cost Cutters
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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

Yes, appraisals are often used for property tax appeals, estate planning, and determining market value.

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.

Yes, home appraisers look at your windows when appraising your property to determine the market value of your home. They’ll factor in the type of windows, quality, condition, whether or not there are screens covering the windows, frame materials, size, insulation, and more to come up with an unbiased property assessment.

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

Typically during transactions or refinancing, or whenever significant improvements are made.

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