Appraisal Services & Fees
Transparent pricing for estate, divorce, litigation, pre-purchase, and specialized appraisals throughout Chula Vista and San Diego County.
Appraisal Pricing
Competitive, transparent rates. All prices include a written report suitable for courts, attorneys, and the IRS. Fees listed are starting prices — complex, high-liability, large-acreage, or rush properties may be higher, and your exact fee is quoted before you commit.
| Service Type | Price | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Desktop | $299 | Records-based valuation with no property visit. MLS data, county records, and recent comparable sales analysis. |
| Desktop Appraisal | $449 | Enhanced records review, neighborhood analysis, and detailed comparable sales study. No property visit. |
| Drive-By Appraisal | $575 | Exterior-only inspection with photographs. Includes property condition notes and full market analysis. |
| Standard (Single Family) | $625 | Full interior and exterior inspection with detailed property photographs. Complete narrative appraisal report. |
| Desktop (2–4 Unit) | $550 | Multi-unit records-based valuation with separate unit analysis. No property visit. |
| Standard (2–4 Unit) | $725 | Multi-unit full interior and exterior inspection. Separate unit analysis and complete narrative report. |
What You Receive
A professional written report suitable for courts, attorneys, the IRS, lenders, and financial institutions — delivered digitally, with comprehensive market analysis, property description, and a defensible value conclusion.
Turnaround Time
Most residential reports are completed within several business days. I work efficiently to meet court deadlines and time-sensitive transactions — contact me to discuss your timeline.
Payment Options
Payment by credit card, check, or electronic transfer, due upon completion. Contact me to discuss invoice terms for large assignments or multi-property estate work.
Our Appraisal Services
Specialized valuations for every situation, from family transactions to court proceedings.
Date of Death Appraisals
Retrospective valuations that establish a property's fair market value as of the date an owner passed away — for probate, IRS reporting, and stepped-up basis.
Divorce Appraisals
Impartial, defensible opinions of value so marital real estate can be divided fairly — accepted by family-law attorneys, mediators, and the court.
Estate & Trust Appraisals
Fair-market valuations for probate administration, trust distribution, and tax reporting — relied on by executors, trustees, and estate counsel.
Bankruptcy Appraisals
Independent opinions of value that trustees, attorneys, and the bankruptcy court use to determine the equity in real property.
Expert Witness & Litigation Support
A defensible report plus credible testimony when a property value is contested in court, arbitration, or a tax appeal.
Pre-Purchase Appraisals
An independent opinion of value before you commit to buying — so you know what a home is truly worth and avoid overpaying.
Pre-Sale Appraisals
Set the right asking price before you list, backed by an independent certified valuation instead of guesswork.
Tax Appraisals
Valuations that support property-tax appeals, gift-tax filings, and other tax matters before the assessor and the IRS.
Family Transaction Appraisals
IRS-ready valuations for sales, gifts, and transfers between family members, documenting fair market value.
Insurance Dispute Appraisals
Independent valuations that give you objective evidence when you and your insurer disagree about a property's value or loss.
Bail Bond Appraisals
Credible valuations to verify real-estate equity when property is pledged as collateral for a bail bond.
Immigration Appraisals
Independent property valuations that meet USCIS documentation requirements for visa, residency, and sponsorship petitions.
Ready to request an appraisal?
Request an appraisal online or call directly at (619) 330-9406.