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>

Do ponds add to your home’s value?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: What factors do professionals consider in appraisals?

• <div><p>Property condition, comparables, market trends, and location influence appraisal.</p></div>

Q: Should you ever pay more than the appraised value for a home?

• <div><p>Ideally, you&rsquo;d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you&rsquo;re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.</p></div>

Q: Do ponds add to your home’s value?

• <div><p>In short, yes, a pond can add to your home&rsquo;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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Do koi ponds increase home value?

• <div><p>A koi pond may add value to your home if it&rsquo;s a feature sellers are looking for. Like pools, ponds can affect your property value depending on their condition, whether they&rsquo;re a popular selling point, and how well they&rsquo;re incorporated into your home&rsquo;s landscape.</p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Very thorough and professional. Was open to questions and discussion about the appraisal and the process.
Green Mountain Valuations, PLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
Showed up on time- were neat and respectful of property. Very pleasant to deal with
Veilleux Seal Coating
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Reviewed in June 2023
Jerry and his team are so nice and so professional!! We were so impressed at how they were able to cut down 5 trees on our small property, it was a tight squeeze! They were so respectful of our property right down to an old broken bird feeder. The clean up was impressive as well, they left our...
On A Limb Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
KO Property not only did a great job on the painting, but did so affordably! Kevin was polite, professional, and punctual. My wife and I are very happy with the work completed and thankful to KO for his hard work and his flexibility to work around our often crazy schedule. I would recommend KO...
KO Property Enhancements LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
Excellent work by very professional and dedicated contractor Armand Morel. Easy to talk to and very helpful with ideas and suggestions that worked out beautifully. I am asking him to come back in the spring to add a new building to the property
Morel Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
My phone call was promptly returned. We arranged to meet for an estimate on the weekend. Mike White arrived 45 minutes late. I explained the job that needed to be done. He measured the area to be fenced. We had a nice conversation. I found him affable. He told me he would call me with an...
White's Fence
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Reviewed in February 2014
Great Job! Especially in keeping our property clean. Every day they cleaned up all around the house and left no trace.
AATEK INC
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Reviewed in October 2013
It was great! They took the appropriate safety precautions, cleaned up after themselves, and did excellent work for a very reasonable price. They also gave us advice about the types of trees on our property which we thought was very helpful.
HERITAGE TREE CARE
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Reviewed in May 2013
They are fast and accurate. They present these comps and study the comps. It is really important that appraisers are really accurate with their numbers. And your customers, looking at this company on Angie’s List do not want to over pay for their house or think that their house is worth too much...
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Reviewed in December 2012
Rotunda's repaired my front fender damage from a hit and run driver. It looks as good as new and was repaired when promised. Rotunda's pointed out that my insurance company would pay for a rental car and noted extra damage that the appraiser missed. They handled all the details of the car rental...
Rotunda's Collision Center
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Green Mountain Valuations, PLC

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Buying, selling, divorce, estate, and tax appeals just want a true value of your residential real estate? You have come to the right place. I pride myself not on speed or cost but accuracy and truth based on real hard evidence. You may save yourself thousands of dollars just by getting an appraisal. Average cost of an appraisal is 795+ as price is based on the scope of work and will vary according to the complexity. Green Mountain Valuations, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today at: (802) 658-4444 Feel free to call if you are in or outside Chittenden County!

"Andrew was so helpful in my transition to the area. He was responsive, communicative, and very helpful and friendly. Thank you!!"

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"Andrew was so helpful in my transition to the area. He was responsive, communicative, and very helpful and friendly. Thank you!!"

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Property Appraiser questions, answered by experts

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

Property condition, comparables, market trends, and location influence appraisal.

Ideally, you’d never pay more than the appraised value for a home, but there are some instances where it makes sense to do so. For example, if your current living arrangements are no longer viable and you need a place to move into quickly, paying more than the appraised value might be in your best interest to secure a new home. Additionally, if you’re buying in a hot market, overpaying for the home might be necessary to overcome the competition.

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.

A koi pond may add value to your home if it’s a feature sellers are looking for. Like pools, ponds can affect your property value depending on their condition, whether they’re a popular selling point, and how well they’re incorporated into your home’s landscape.

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