Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Customers say: True professional
"Ron was very thorough in his retro appraisal we needed for a tax project. I would not hesitate to use his services again"
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"I was looking to defend myself in a divorce. This appraisal helps me to pay less."
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1975
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I was very happy with my experience with this company and the way that they handled my situation. There were some unusual issues with this appraisal that made it more complicated than the usual. It was handled professionally and in a very efficient manner and I was very pleased with how friendly and knowledgeable Don was and how he put me at ease and offered me much more advice than just the appraisal required! He is a great guy and I appreciate his expertise and his willingness to help me in the short amount of time that I had to get this done ! I would recommend him without any hesitation!"
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Locally owned and operated real estate appraisal firm serving central and northeastern Illinois. We are experienced with all types of residential appraisals including single family units, 2-4 unit income properties, condominium, land appraisals, pre-listings, estate appraisals, bankruptcy and assessor related services, and more. Our priority is a high quality appraisal delivered in a quick turn around. Please call for availability outside of listed business hours.
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional. I hired them to get an appraisal for my home I'm selling by owner."
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I was very impressed with the quick and informative response I received. Janet took the time to give me background information on my artwork and I was very appreciative for the knowledge. I would highly recommend using them! Jodie L."
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The process started out strenuous but ended up being a breeze once I hired Showcase Regional Housing to do the all the tedious work."
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I used Absolute Appraisal and I was extremely happy with how they approached my situation. The staff was more knowledgeable than anyone else I had spoken to previously. I was very happy at their positive attitude and honesty. I would recommend them to all of my friends and family."
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Eugene from Homespecs was very friendly, punctual and knowledgeable. His report was very thorough, and he answered all my questions and was very patient and professional during several follow up calls from me and my wife. Excellent service and good price. Highly recommended!!!"
Serving Bristol, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Credit card accepted
"I hired Kwolf Consulting for an appraisal on my own home. He did five area comparisons and provided a very detailed report on my home and in comparison to the other homes listed in the report. This gave me a great "peace of mind" knowing exactly where I stand at this moment. If I am not mistaken, Keith has achieved a Senior Real Estate Appraiser status, something that is not granted without special training, education and years of experience. Based on my experience with his high quality and professional service, I highly recommend him to others."
You can estimate a bathroom addition’s value between 10% to 20% of a home’s value. But this also accounts for extra square footage since homes with more bathrooms tend to have more space. When considering adding one, you should know that a bathroom generally adds only $5,000 to an appraisal price initially, with adjustments made for other factors like local home values.
Garages increase a property’s value by about 80% of the build price. The national average cost to build a garage is $23,900.
However, on an appraisal, a garage contributes to the whole rather than as a part. For example, if you have a garage, your appraiser then tries to compare it to nearby homes with garages, which often have a higher value.
A bedroom can add anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000 or more to an appraisal. It depends heavily on the size of the bedroom, the overall home’s value, the location, and what amenities it might include (like a walk-in closet).
A drive-by appraisal usually costs $100 to $150. For a drive-by appraisal, the appraiser only visually assesses the home's exterior, in addition to reviewing the real estate records on the home and comparing it to nearby homes.
An FHA appraisal costs between $400 and $700. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans are usually less strict, so the appraisals are often more affordable. VA appraisal fees range from $425 to $900 for a single-family home. Compared to FHA loans, VA loans can be more involved.
A home appraiser will look at the real estate paperwork related to the home, but they will also do an exterior and interior assessment. Reviews include the square footage of the home and/or acreage of the lot, the age and condition of the home, construction materials used, the general state of the economy and local market, and the design and style of the home, along with any special features it may have. While an appraiser won’t be as thorough as a home inspector, they will likely notice very obvious problems and defects.
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