Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Customers say: True professional
"Greg was very professional. He completed the appraisal of my house on time, and I am quite pleased with his work. I would recommend Greg for house appraisal work."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Customers say: True professional
"Greg was professional, prompt and personable. His work was thorough and answered all our questions. I would definitely use again."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Howard was courteous, friendly and received my appraisal in a timely manner. I would recommend."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1983
Customers say: Quick response
"Professional. Was there when he said he would be. Received appraisal very fast. Great company"
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
Customers say: Quick response
"Appraiser was personable, prompt, and thorough."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Very prompt in getting the appraisal back to me. I like their immediate attention. They offered assistance and follow-up even after the job was done. Thank you!"
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Small jobs welcome
"Devon was a wonderful communicator as well as punctual. He was very professional and respectful of our home as well as our pet. I highly recommend Bennett Appraisals for your home appraisal needs. He said within 2 days we would have our appraisal and he held true to that."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
Emergency services offered
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"Hamilton Square Appraisal Group did a great job. Stephen was very thorough and friendly. He was punctual and got project done in a timely manor."
Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Free estimates
"John was a delight to work with. He was prompt and communicative. From walk thru to receiving the appraisal everything was handled in a professional manner. I would definitely use his services again."
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Prompt, professional service. Accurate appraisal. Excellent service. I highly recommend Appraisal Xperts to anyone looking for real estate services"
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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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