Best real estate appraisers in California: find options near you

I highly recommend Abba Appraisal. Steve conducted a thorough and thoughtful appraisal of our home and land. He measured everything, asked questions, and took in all of our home’s features. He is knowledgeable, professional and personable. His report was timely and well-prepared. I am very happy with the appraisal. Look no further!

We needed a retroactively dated appraisal for tax purposes for a home that had been in the family for a long time. The ABBA Appraisal website is very informative and professional. Steve at ABBA Appraisal exceeded all of our expectations. He conducted a very thorough inspection of the home and it was obvious that he is very knowledgeable and highly experienced. He responded to our inquiry quickly and delivered a very comprehensive appraisal for a unique property in the time frame he promised for a very reasonable fee. I would highly recommend ABBA Appraisal to everyone.

We needed an appraisal report and contacted three appraisers. Ultimately, we chose Steve from Abba Appraisal, and we are very pleased with his service. He is highly professional, delivered the report a few days ahead of schedule, and his fee was very reasonable—the best among the three appraisal services we considered. I would definitely hire him again.

It’s been 8 years since I used Steve for 2 appraisals in San Jose. The issue of valuation came up yesterday and I could not locate my appraisals in my files, I reached out to Steve (who was driving and probably on his way to do another appraisal) and within a matter of hours, I had both appraisals sitting in my inbox. Steve didn’t get paid for that act of customer service. He never signed up for being my secretary or filing clerk. But that prompt follow up is the reason I will never use anyone else when an appraisal is needed in the greater Bay Area. Abba Appraisal and Steve Varga are simply the best!

Called Abba Appraisal for a residential app since they had great reviews. Steve returned my call quickly and got the process going. He came out and got to work. He was very professional and very thorough. Entire process was painless. I will use Abba again.

Steve is a competent and professional appraiser who did 2 appraisals for me as part of an estate plan. He is easy to communicate with and delivers as promised. My estate lawyer recommended him.

Working with Abba Appraisal was a very smooth process. They handled everything very promptly and communicated issues quickly and transparently. Their work is quite thorough and I would not hesitate to recommend them or work with them again.

I highly recommend The Appraisal Station to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and customer-focused appraisal company. From start to finish, their team was responsive, knowledgeable, and attentive to our needs. They communicated clearly throughout the entire process, delivered high-quality work on time, and exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to Robert Howlett at The Appraisal Station for his exceptional customer service. He made the entire experience smooth, stress-free, and was always available to answer any questions. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication to providing outstanding service truly stood out. If you’re looking for a trustworthy appraisal company that genuinely values its clients, I highly recommend The Appraisal Station. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again in the future.

Robert Howlett of The Appraisal Station really came through for us. We were in need of a date-of-death appraisal and contacted several appraisers/appraisal companies. We chose to go with Robert because he was prompt in getting back to us and very professional in his manner. He also had the best price, by far. We were surprised and pleased at how quickly we received our appraisal once we provided him with the information he needed. We would absolutely recommend Robert Howlett/The Appraisal Station. Thank you, Robert!

I needed an estate appraisal for a family matter and found Robert Howlett.. He responsed very quickly and got the appraisal competed much sooner than i had expected nor needed. He was very professional and provided a very detailed report. He worked into late Friday night accommodating my last minute updates and information. Thanks Robert for your help.

Using the Appraisal Station was a great experience! Robert is professional and punctual, and clearly has a passion for providing excellent customer service and ensuring that clients fully understand the appraisal process. He was available to do the on-site visit the same week I called, and initial contact to having two completed reports in my inbox took less than a week.

Robert Howlett is one of the best real estate appraisers that I know. He is knowledgeable in the field of real estate appraisal and is a veteran in the industry. As a real estate appraiser myself, I often talk to Robert to bounce appraisal concepts and theory. In addition, we often collaborate with each other in various appraisal jobs/assignments. Robert is personable and attentive to customer needs. Robert has a team that covers a wide radius throughout Southern California. Also, his turnaround time is excellent. I highly recommend Robert Howlett and his company The Appraisal Station! If you have a house or any type of real estate that needs to be appraised, I would call Robert.

Thanks Robert for the real estate appraisals. We needed some appraisals to help settle our estate and found Robert Howlett with The Appraisal Station. Robert helped make the process a little easier. He is a real professional, easy to talk to, flexible and provided the reports in a very timely manner. Highly recommended..

My mother passed away a few months ago and I was in need of a date of death appraisal of my mothers properties. I found The Appraisal Station during my online search. Robert Howlett responded immediately with patience and sympathy as explained my need for his services. I found Mr. Howlett to be flexible with the appointment scheduling which was helpful for the tenants. He was attentive and professional while providing excellent customer service. Thanks Robert!

I had a great experience working with Zach on an appraisal for one of my listings. His communication was excellent from start to finish, he was on time for everything, and he was incredibly efficient in getting the appraisal completed. I really appreciated how professional and easy he was to work with. In real estate, having professionals who communicate well and get things done quickly makes a huge difference. I would definitely recommend Zach to anyone looking for a professional, reliable, and responsive appraiser. I look forward to working with him again in the future!

Great Experience, Zack is such a down to earth guy. Very knowledgeable in his profession. genuinely enjoyed my interaction with him. Was happy with the results. Will be a repeat customer for sure.

Zach was very professional, fair priced and very timely. I had him do an appraisal in Reedley for one of my clients and he made the transaction very pleasant. Looking forward to working with him again.

Zachary did a awesome job appraising my home was an absolute pleasure to work with. He is incredibly easy to get a long with and has answers to your questions and communicates quickly always. He really is a very good listener and takes consideration of everything you share with him and will give you his honest opinion.You won’t be disappointed using him I highly recommend Zack to anyone looking for someone professional, attentive, and trustworthy.In the future if I ever need anyone I would reach out to him again.

Zack just appraised our property two days ago. He was professional, very polite, and trustworthy. He emailed the report the very next day. We are happy with his work and definitely recommend him to others.

It was a pleasure working with Zachary. He’s very professional and knowledgeable in his work. He was always timely and always responsive to all our questions. We enjoyed working with him and highly recommend his services to anyone looking for an appraisal company.

Zach was very kind and explained the reasoning behind things very well, and was patient enough with all of my questions! Not to mention he came out the very next day after I sent an inquiry late at night. Thank you! Will be sending friends and family to you!

I had an excellent experience with SacTown Appraisals. The appraisal process was professional, timely, and straightforward from start to finish. Communication was clear, questions were answered promptly, and the final report was thorough and well-prepared. What stood out most was the level of professionalism and customer service throughout the process. It’s rare to find someone who combines technical expertise with responsiveness and genuine care for the client experience. I would not hesitate to use SacTown Appraisals again and highly recommend them to anyone needing a residential appraisal. I forgot to mention, the appraisal was for our home in Folsom, CA

BART was amazing at understanding the intricacies of appraising in an association and coming up with a supportable appraised value! He was open to discussing with the listing agent and understanding how she had come up with the price. I strongly recommend Bart to anyone looking for a fair, competent valuation!!! Tarah Pahlavsn

Bart Nathan completed the appraisal of my home in Rocklin, CA. Mr. Nathan was very easy to work with and very responsive to my texts and emails. It was easy to schedule the inspection. The report was submitted promptly and was very thorough. I am extremely satisfied with Sactown Appraisals and would recommend them.

Competitively priced service and I was able to schedule within a week here in the La Riviera area of Sacramento. Got my report in less than two days and I think Bart did a pretty thorough job. I was very satisfied.

I called Sactown Appraisal and talked to Bart, we scheduled an appointment and Bart showed up right on time. Bart knew exactly what I wanted and within a short time, he completed the appraisal process. As promised, the report was e-mailed to me within two days. Bart is a professional, easy to deal with, and very polite. Thanks Bart for a job well done.

Bart was so nice, very friendly. His appraisal came through quickly. our home is in Sacramento. he was easy to contact and the setup process was simple. thank you Bart!!! Terrie

Very pleased with Bart’s services. I was able to schedule quickly and get an appointment within a few days that was at a time that worked for me. The price was very competitive. Appraisal came in by the next morning-amazing! He was able to work with our gifting and tax purpose situation and we were happy with the results. It felt accurate given what we’ve been seeing in our neighborhood. No frills or extra drama, and he was very easy-going and easy to talk to. He didn’t make me feel uncomfortable with the messy parts of my house, either- big plus! The process was quick and simple….great change of pace from so many more complicated chores lately. So nice to get this off my plate. Would recommend.

Joe is an outstanding appraiser! He was professional, punctual, and extremely detail-oriented throughout our home purchase appraisal. He took the time to answer all of our questions, including those about permits and property improvements. With his many years of experience as both an appraiser and a real estate broker, he provided valuable insights that went well beyond the appraisal itself. We never felt rushed, and he made the entire process educational and stress-free. I highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, honest, and experienced appraiser.

Reached out to Joe to provide a retrospective appraisal. It was really easy to work with him and his pricing was competitive. He came out to the property, did a quick visit, took some pictures, and then turned around the appraisal pretty quickly after that – pretty much got everything done for us within a week (didn’t need him to, but he mentioned being able to turn it around sooner if needed). Happy with the experience. Thanks Joe!

I had contacted 3 appraisal firms and I ended up selecting Joe because he was the most professional, courteous, personable, and knowledgeable of the 3. He was very upfront, understanding of my situation, and offered me advice and insights that were very helpful. He was able to see the appraisal property the very next day to perform his assessment. Communication with Joe was great and the turnaround was quick and thorough. I really appreciate his helpfulness and would highly recommend him.

I highly recommend Joe.. He was extremely knowledgeable, professional and thorough. He took his time to evaluate the entire property. He explained things clearly and made the whole process feel comfortable and straight forward. What really stood out was how kind, respectful and conscientious he was. He was very detail-oriented and it was very obvious he truly cares about doing an accurate and honest appraisal. I felt confident that the work was done carefully and fairly. If you need an appraiser who is reliable and easy to work with you will be in good hands with Joe. I would absolutely use his service again.

Joe is the man!!! He was very communicative and took his time to talk about the property and the many intricacies of it- and this was before he was hired. If you want to go with a top professional who also is well-versed about the real estate industry, go with JOE! Will definitely go with him again.

I highly recommend Joe for any and all appraisal needs! He’s punctual, hard working, and prioritizes getting things done promptly. I’ve never met an appraiser who had such an in-depth understanding of their craft. He’s truly a professional.

Joe did a thorough short notice Time of Death appraisal on our family home. He jumped through hoops to get onsite with in 20 hours as the residence is in California and the estate executors are in other states. He is kind, professional, and I would highly recommend him for any services you may need. I could give more stars if it were possible.

Mark has always responded to all questions in a timely manner. He has forwarded documents for me to help expedite matters regarding the sale of several properties. His efficiency and expertise is greatly appreciated. I would recommend him to anyone needing an appraisal for a residential property, and he has also connected me with someone for an appraisal on a commercial property.

As a realtor, I was confounded by an issue with appraisal of a solar installation on a home that I had listed in the southeast United States. Mark very courteously and kindly helped navigate what was otherwise very difficult situation and establish a proper present value. Many thanks!

I have known and worked with Mark for many years. He is a wealth of information and his appraisals are spot on.

Mark did a fantastic job on my appraisal and assisting me in understanding the valuation. Strongly recommend. Thank you.

I attended one of Mark’s presentations on appraisals recently in Newport Beach. His presentation was the absolutely best explanation of what goes into appraising a property correctly that I have ever heard. Mark is not only a tenured appraiser, he also oversees the work of other appraisers in the field. Mark is extremely knowledgeable and a true professional. I can not recommend him enough. A+ Thank you!

Best appraisal experience I’ve ever had. Mark responded to my appraisal request quickly and got the job done within a couple of days. I had a deadline of a few days to get this done for an estate valuation and exceeded my expectations. He’s professional, friendly, and great to work with. I highly recommend his services.

CMP Appraisals took care of all my needs in a very timely and efficient manner. Professionalism at it best! Mark was fantastic, he definitely knows what he is doing and has a vast knowledge of his business. We actually had great conversation about some other subjects also. I would not hesitate to call him for any reason, and in fact did so for another referral and he was spot on. 5 Stars is 5 Stars he deserves as many as can be given!

Jeremy did a wonderful job with the appraisal on my seller’s home. He was punctual, professional, and very friendly throughout the process. Communication was clear, and he was respectful of the property and timeline. I truly appreciated how smooth he made everything — highly recommend working with him!

Jeremy was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and professional throughout our interaction. He reviewed the details of our home and gave us a thoughtful valuation along with clear insight into current market conditions. He answered all of my questions thoroughly and never made me feel rushed. He was kind, personable, and quick to respond. Most importantly, he came across as honest and genuine — the kind of professional you can trust to give you straightforward feedback. I highly recommend Jeremy to anyone looking for an appraiser who is responsive, transparent, and truly cares about helping his clients!

I requested a DOD appraisal for my duties as a Trust Administror and Jeramy provided the upmost professional services. He was easy to communicate with and produced a high quality appraisal quickly. Thank you!

Jeremy is professional, responsive, and extremely reliable. He communicates clearly and delivers quality work on time. I highly recommend him for anyone in need of appraisal services.

Amazing consistant service everytime Jeremy and Lifequest Appraisals are called to service. What a breath of fresh air to have someone so proficient and competent making appraisals! Not many appraisers out there these days that have Jeremy’s skill and knowledge. Thank you Jeremy, your work always speaks for itself!

Excellent and timely service, did well communicating clearly and thoughtfully about my property. Impressed me with willingness to try hard to meet my needs, did not seem unfair or biased or $ seeking, and seemed earnestly invested in helping me with extra things, such as recommendations for property management groups to rent the property I had him appraise.

I’m very impressed with Lifequest. I asked them to review and analyze another appraiser’s report, and they provided an honest, detailed, and professional assessment. They took the time to explain their findings clearly and helped me understand the findings with the original appraisal. Their integrity and expertise were evident throughout the process. I really appreciate their transparency and fairness — it’s rare to find that level of honesty and professionalism. Highly recommend Lifequest for anyone needing a second opinion, trustworthy appraisal review or an appraisal of your property!

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Gary over the years, and he is someone I trust completely. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and always willing to help. If you’re looking for an honest, experienced appraiser, I highly recommend California Home Appraisals!

California home appraisals in Lincoln, California is an excellent company. The appraiser, Gary Mumma, is outstanding. We have used this company several times and been extremely pleased. We have found Gary to be efficient, courteous, respectful of our tenants and pleasant to work with. He has delivered his reports on time in a concise efficient manner. We would highly recommend this company. We will be using Gary Muma at California Home Appraisals in the future as well.

We contacted California Home Appraisals to do some measurements on our property. Gary responded quickly and came on time to complete the job. He was very nice and professional. We definitely recommend him and will continue hiring him in the future.

They responded very quickly and delivered a detailed, timely retrospective appraisal on a home in Sun City Lincoln. I found them online and was a bit nervous as I did not know them. My experience was excellent, and I highly recommend them.

I contacted California Home Appraisals to appraise my home. Gary is professional, detailed and prompt. He came to inspect the property and took photographs before preparing a very detailed report. I am extremely pleased with his service and have already referred him to a friend.

Great service and accurate appraisal. Gary’s super helpful in explaining the appraisal.

Friendly fast and professional. I highly recommend using their services

Rey Cano is simply the best! He knows the market, he’s ethical, extremely knowledgeable and thorough. He’s also helpful with questions on the backend after the appraisal has been completed. I highly recommend him and he’s definitely my new go-to. – Karen Sundell

Rey was responsive, efficient and turned around his work in the promised timeline. It was a very positive experience.

If you need to get a property in Malibu appraised, you must absolutely use an appraiser who is highly experienced with Malibu as there are so many nuances in the properties – oftentimes altering appraisals by hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars even if they seem to be comparable and are almost next door to each other. Example, a property on Carbon Beach, where there is almost always a dry beach, is not at all comparable to a property on Dog Beach which is literally right down the street but has almost no dry beach. If you want to get it right, hire someone who knows his stuff and hire Rey Cano.

Rey is the top Malibu appraiser. He is professional, timely and communicative. I couldn’t recommend Rey and his services more!

Malibu Appraisal was great to work with…and I would recommend them to anyone who needs an appraisal!!

Rey Cano helped our family tremendously! His knowledge, integrity, ability to define the processes of estate valuation helped us to come to an equitable decision. The report he supplied us with was detailed and very plainly explained exactly his conclusions and process concerning the property in question. I highly recommend Rey!

Rey Cano’s (Malibu Appraisal) response to my inquiry was timely: the same day! His questions about my requested appraisal were clear and thoughtful. I felt his fee was appropriate, his delivery on time, and the quality more than met my needs. I highly recommend Rey Cano if you need an appraisal. His professionalism was exceptional.

I had a unique situation and didn’t know who to call. I googled and found Leeper Appraisal Services with 5 starts rating. Didn’t know what to expect so I reached out to them. Chas responded to me. He was great. He arrived on time, was friendly and professional, did a thorough job and even helped clarifying and revised my appraisal report so it’s easy to follow. Competitive pricing. I highly recommend his service. Thank you Chas for your help with my unique situation!

Chas was fantastic. He arrived on time, did a thorough job, was professional, and even went above and beyond by expediting my appraisal report for me. Competitive pricing as well. Highly recommend this service.

I left a voicemail that was returned in a timely manner. Kelly and I reviewed what I needed. The turnaround time was one week. I have exactly what I needed. Thank you so much.

Very knowledgeable and professional. Prompt and efficient. Definitely would use them again.

Very professional and productive. I am very happy to hire Leeper for my property appraisal.

Very professional, fast, efficient, easy to work with. I highly recommend his services.

Chas is my go to for all appraisals – super quick response and accurate measurements and floor plans. I also recommend him to anyone needing a forensic appraisal, base on the home value as of the passing of an owner. He is great with people and so happy I met him years ago. Highly recommend for any and all appraisal needs.