Top-rated appraisal real estate pros.

Get matched with top appraisal real estate pros in Thousand Oaks, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Appraisal real estate pros in Thousand Oaks

Avatar for Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

4.99(
160
)
Approved Pro

Penny Smith Realtor/Appraiser

4.99(
160
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 years of experience

On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR

"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."

Kathryn N on August 2025

On site or virtual appraisals available. Single family, condo & 2-4 Unit income property appraisals. Current and back dated appraisals. Trusts, Estates. Real Estate Sales with customized service. Serving Southern California and Southern Nevada for over 25 years. CA Dept of Real Estate Lic #00573449 CA State Certified Appraier AR014019. NV Appraiser #A.02808753- CR

"It went very well. Penny is diligent, efficient and very pleasant to work with. She always got back to me when I had messages or phone calls. She never left me hanging, she always got back to me quickly. Easy to work with. I highly recommend her. It was $425 because it was done remotely ."

Kathryn N on August 2025


Avatar for Quality Appraisal Solution & Services

Quality Appraisal Solution & Services

5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro

Quality Appraisal Solution & Services

5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
18 years of experience
Emergency services offered

Quality Appraisal Solution & Services is an appraisal service company that is the best in the business when it comes to getting a fair assessment for your home. If you are refinancing, thinking about buying a home or selling, divorcing, evaluating your estate, buying out, or for any other reasons, we can help you. Whatever your needs are, we are here to help. Our customized appraisal report will be tailored to your needs. We evaluate your home on a fair market value. Please give us a call today to see how we can meet your needs!

"Great job by Abdul again. Last time I said I would have my mother use him. We just had my moms house appraised. GREAT job as usual!!!"

Tim H on May 2023

Quality Appraisal Solution & Services is an appraisal service company that is the best in the business when it comes to getting a fair assessment for your home. If you are refinancing, thinking about buying a home or selling, divorcing, evaluating your estate, buying out, or for any other reasons, we can help you. Whatever your needs are, we are here to help. Our customized appraisal report will be tailored to your needs. We evaluate your home on a fair market value. Please give us a call today to see how we can meet your needs!

"Great job by Abdul again. Last time I said I would have my mother use him. We just had my moms house appraised. GREAT job as usual!!!"

Tim H on May 2023


Collins Professional Appraisal, Inc.

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Collins Professional Appraisal, Inc.

5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
34 years of experience

At Collins Professional Appraisal, Inc., we are your premier choice for residential appraisals. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today! Please note, the reports created for you cannot be used in a lending situation. Those appraisals must be ordered from the lender or mortgage company. If you wish an appraisal for a loan, please visit a lender or mortgage company in order to start the process. The appraisals that you can order from me include : PMI removal (in most cases), estate appraisals, taxation appraisals. You may also order an appraisal for informational purposes as well. I look forward to serving you with my experience of over 23 years appraising.

"very satisfied"

Lance F on December 2015

At Collins Professional Appraisal, Inc., we are your premier choice for residential appraisals. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today! Please note, the reports created for you cannot be used in a lending situation. Those appraisals must be ordered from the lender or mortgage company. If you wish an appraisal for a loan, please visit a lender or mortgage company in order to start the process. The appraisals that you can order from me include : PMI removal (in most cases), estate appraisals, taxation appraisals. You may also order an appraisal for informational purposes as well. I look forward to serving you with my experience of over 23 years appraising.

"very satisfied"

Lance F on December 2015


Avatar for Appraising LA

Appraising LA

5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro

Appraising LA

5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Hello and Welcome to AppraisingLA! We specialize in providing a quick, affordable, and high-quality home appraisal service for all of Los Angeles County. We also happily service Ventura, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino. Our prices are the best, most from $250-$400 and as low as $175. Same day appointment and next day delivery available. Save time and money. Call Max for a quote today, you'll be happy you did!

"Great, very happy with the service."

Valerie S on November 2020

Hello and Welcome to AppraisingLA! We specialize in providing a quick, affordable, and high-quality home appraisal service for all of Los Angeles County. We also happily service Ventura, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino. Our prices are the best, most from $250-$400 and as low as $175. Same day appointment and next day delivery available. Save time and money. Call Max for a quote today, you'll be happy you did!

"Great, very happy with the service."

Valerie S on November 2020


Avatar for APPRAISAL SOLUTION

APPRAISAL SOLUTION

No reviews yet

APPRAISAL SOLUTION

No reviews yet
27 years of experience

We are leaders in appraising Southern California real estate and have been doing so for over since 1999. With a focus on Los Angeles and Orange counties we pride ourselves in knowing distinct neighborhoods. Located in Long Beach, we have the experience and a proven track record of reducing time, efforts and costs in managing the appraisal process. Whether you are looking to sell your property and need help with pricing, or have a legal issue where an appraisal is needed, we are here to move the process along smoothly and efficiently. We use state of the art technology so the information is accurate and factual. Call today and ask about our 10% discount.

We are leaders in appraising Southern California real estate and have been doing so for over since 1999. With a focus on Los Angeles and Orange counties we pride ourselves in knowing distinct neighborhoods. Located in Long Beach, we have the experience and a proven track record of reducing time, efforts and costs in managing the appraisal process. Whether you are looking to sell your property and need help with pricing, or have a legal issue where an appraisal is needed, we are here to move the process along smoothly and efficiently. We use state of the art technology so the information is accurate and factual. Call today and ask about our 10% discount.


The Gooden Group

No reviews yet

The Gooden Group

No reviews yet
46 years of experience

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.

The Gooden Group is a full service real estate development and construction firm with the in-house expertise to execute virtually every facet of a project's life cycle. Through its central office and its affiliate companies, The Bedford Group, TMC Management, and Urban X Marketing, Gooden Group is also able to assume hands-on management of its properties, as well as implement the necessary sales and marketing activities for their new home communities.


BRAX JEWELERS

5.00(
1
)

BRAX JEWELERS

5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fine Jewelry Store

Fine Jewelry Store


Professional Appraisal Services

No reviews yet

Professional Appraisal Services

No reviews yet
45 years of experience

Here at Professional Appraisal Services we strive to provide our clients with the very best service possible and believe we achieve that with every completed appraisal report. All appraisals are done in an efficient and timely manner. Typically our turn around times is 24-48 hours after the inspection has been performed. We have competitive appraisal fees, 20+ years full time appraisal experience, we are qualified for loan amounts over 1 million and FHA approved.

Here at Professional Appraisal Services we strive to provide our clients with the very best service possible and believe we achieve that with every completed appraisal report. All appraisals are done in an efficient and timely manner. Typically our turn around times is 24-48 hours after the inspection has been performed. We have competitive appraisal fees, 20+ years full time appraisal experience, we are qualified for loan amounts over 1 million and FHA approved.


Avatar for Pacific Real Estate Appraisals

Pacific Real Estate Appraisals

No reviews yet

Pacific Real Estate Appraisals

No reviews yet
23 years of experience

Pacific Real Estate Appraisals (PREA) is an appraisal consulting firm, providing valuation services for a wide range of clients, including mortgage and lending institutions, attorneys, large and small development firms, investors, government agencies, accountants, and homeowners. With many years of experience in the business, we have a proven track record of reducing time, efforts and costs in managing the appraisal process by employing only top certified appraiser experts. PREA's philosophy is distinguished by commitment to highest standards of customer satisfaction and service quality, while maintaining a superior level of objectivity, independence, confidentiality, and integrity. Our expertise in residential valuation services has earned reputable trust from local homeowners as well as national lending institutions that have come to rely on us to help navigate the rough waters of collateral risk management.

Pacific Real Estate Appraisals (PREA) is an appraisal consulting firm, providing valuation services for a wide range of clients, including mortgage and lending institutions, attorneys, large and small development firms, investors, government agencies, accountants, and homeowners. With many years of experience in the business, we have a proven track record of reducing time, efforts and costs in managing the appraisal process by employing only top certified appraiser experts. PREA's philosophy is distinguished by commitment to highest standards of customer satisfaction and service quality, while maintaining a superior level of objectivity, independence, confidentiality, and integrity. Our expertise in residential valuation services has earned reputable trust from local homeowners as well as national lending institutions that have come to rely on us to help navigate the rough waters of collateral risk management.


Avatar for KR Appraisals

KR Appraisals

5.00(
2
)

KR Appraisals

5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As a licensed real estate appraiser in the Southern California area for more than 20 years, my experience includes appraisals within the following areas: Property valuation Estate planning Divorce Mortgages Insurance Probate/Trust Taxes Pre-listing valuation PMI removal I have remained in good standing with the appraisal board and am also on the board of fee appraisers with the Veteran's Administration (VA Approved Appraiser.) I provide unsurpassed quality appraisal reports to aid your valuation needs.

"Karen, was personable, professional and knowledgeable. She told more about the house, and thought I knew quite a bit about the house in which I had lived and was selling. I so appreciated her knowledge and expertise, I really think I received a better offer because of her."

lena j on October 2024

As a licensed real estate appraiser in the Southern California area for more than 20 years, my experience includes appraisals within the following areas: Property valuation Estate planning Divorce Mortgages Insurance Probate/Trust Taxes Pre-listing valuation PMI removal I have remained in good standing with the appraisal board and am also on the board of fee appraisers with the Veteran's Administration (VA Approved Appraiser.) I provide unsurpassed quality appraisal reports to aid your valuation needs.

"Karen, was personable, professional and knowledgeable. She told more about the house, and thought I knew quite a bit about the house in which I had lived and was selling. I so appreciated her knowledge and expertise, I really think I received a better offer because of her."

lena j on October 2024

...
Showing 1-10 of 313
FAQs for appraisal real estate service projects in Thousand Oaks, CA

The appraisal timeline begins with scheduling, which may take three to five days, depending on local appraiser availability. The on-site evaluation requires one to three hours based on property size and complexity. Following the inspection, appraisers need two to five days for research, analysis, and report preparation. The entire process takes seven to 10 days, though complex properties or government-backed loans may extend this timeframe.

The value of home appraisals extends beyond their immediate expense. They protect buyers from overpaying and help lenders ensure appropriate loan amounts. By providing independent market value verification, home appraisals help prevent potential financial missteps in major property transactions. This protection justifies the upfront cost for most real estate scenarios.

Home appraisers evaluate numerous property elements, including square footage, floor plan functionality, overall condition, and specific features. They document improvements, necessary repairs, and distinctive amenities. These observations are compared against similar properties recently sold in the neighborhood. Appraisers also consider location factors, current market conditions, and relevant zoning or property restrictions.

Yes, home appraisal fees are collected before the final closing. Since lenders require completed home appraisal reports before finalizing loan approvals, this cost occurs earlier in the transaction process. While buyers usually cover this expense, payment methods vary—some pay directly to the appraiser while others include it in closing costs.

Some property owners successfully use recent appraisals when challenging tax assessments. However, tax-assessed values often differ from market valuations. The appeal process involves submitting your appraisal as evidence that the tax authority's valuation exceeds actual market value. Success rates vary by jurisdiction, and the process may require patience and persistence.

From the buyer's perspective, appraisals verify they aren't overpaying for a property. Lenders won't approve financing that exceeds appraised value, potentially requiring buyers to renegotiate or contribute additional cash. Appraisal findings can also inform future improvement planning and investment decisions.

For sellers, preparation makes a difference. Clean, well-maintained properties present better during appraisal evaluations. Some sellers obtain pre-listing appraisals to establish appropriate asking prices, though most rely on the buyer's lender-ordered appraisal during the transaction process.

The Thousand Oaks, CA homeowners’ guide to appraisal real estate services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

  • agent giving couple home appraisal

    Curious who does home appraisals? Find the right licensed home appraiser, see how appraisals work, and learn the average cost before you book.