Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1991
Customers say: Quick response
"He was very much the professional when appraising. The questions asked by him moved the appraisal along quickly."
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Provided appraisal as requested on time and professional."
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Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Customers say: True professional
"I blindly called Nico based on the reviews. I talked with him to get a quote before getting other quotes. However, while speaking with him, I hired him on the spot to do an appraisal in Old Lyme. He did not disappoint. He is personable, and more importantly, very knowledgeable about the sales in our area. He is reasonably priced and provided a comprehensive appraisal. The best thing though is after receiving the appraisal, I had a few "what if" questions. He then spend some time with me to answer my questions while looking at other comps in the area. I highly recommend him."
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Response time was very quick and appraisal done in a week. Very nice person to work with and I would recommend her to a friend."
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Customers say: Quick response
Shoreline Property Appraisals is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We value properties for sales, legal situations and current market value. \nTypical Fee: Residential Single family home $400.00\nTypical Fee Water influenced Residential home $500.00\nTypical Fee Multi family Residential home $575.00 \nPLEASE NOTE: COMMERCIAL DWELLINGS AND UNDEVELOPED LAND ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE SERVICES OFFERED.
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Dave did a fantastic job! Great communication, timely service, and thorough report. Would definitely recommend him for anyone needing an appraisal!"
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I run an appraisal management company and she is the best appraiser that I work with! She is very dependable, very honest, and very straightforward. JoAnn communicates well and is very responsive to phone calls, emails, and text messages. She is fantastic to work with!"
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
In business since 2009
Free estimates
"He was professional from the start. He got the appraisal report back to me quickly and didn't waste any time."
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
"Pat came on time and did a thorough tour of the property and gave what looks to me like a comprehensive appraisal that met my expectations."
Serving North Branford, CT and surrounding areas
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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