Appraisal Services

Just Appraisals Inc. handles residential and commercial appraisals for legal, estate, and homeowner needs throughout Orange County. Every appraisal carries Mat's signature — his experience, his standards, his word.

Estate Appraisals

For attorneys, CPAs, and families navigating inherited property, date of death valuations, step-up in basis, trust administration, and estate planning. Court-ready reports with fast turnaround.

Divorce & Legal Separation Appraisals

Independent, defensible valuations for divorce proceedings and legal separations. Used by attorneys and mediators throughout Orange County who need accurate reports delivered on time.

Date Of Death Appraisals

A retroactive valuation establishing the fair market value of a property as of a specific date of passing. Required for estate tax filings, trust distributions, and court proceedings.

Step-Up Appraisals

A certified appraisal establishing fair market value at the date of the original owner's death — required for step-up in basis calculations and capital gains tax filings.

Pre-Listing Appraisals

Know what your home is actually worth before it goes on the market. Price with confidence and walk into negotiations with an independent number behind you.

Inherited Property Appraisals

A current market value appraisal for property received through an estate or trust. Used for sale decisions, heir distributions, and tax basis purposes.

Residential Pricing

$550–$900 based on appraisal, property type and square footage.

Rush service and printed hard copy available as add-ons.

Commercial appraisals quoted on request.

Commercial Appraisals

If your property's assessed value doesn't match the market, you have the right to challenge it. We provide independent, county-ready appraisal reports for homeowners contesting their property tax assessment.

  • "Thanks for the fast response on this appraisal. I appreciate your professionalism and will certainly be recommending you to my San Clemente contacts in the future."

    —Dennis, San Clemente

  • "I recently worked with Matt, from Just Appraisals Inc., for a home appraisal for a listing of mine and I couldn't be happier with his level of expertise and service. If you're in need of a reliable home appraisal, I highly recommend Just Appraisals Inc."

    —David Flores

  • "Just Appraisals did a great job on the appraisal for our home in Irvine. Really nice people. Highly recommend."

    —Carlton Barrett

  • "I recently used Just Appraisals Inc. to appraise my parents' home for estate planning purposes in Orange County, and I was thoroughly impressed with their professionalism and knowledge. What stood out to me the most was the appraiser's expertise and knowledge of the local housing market in Orange County."

    —Jesse Blackburn

  • "We needed an appraisal for my father's estate. A friend of ours recommended Just Appraisals. Mat came out the next day and sent us a detailed report the following day. I am very pleased with their professionalism during those hard times."

    —Cathy

  • "Excellent service, fast, friendly, professional private party appraisal. I'm a CPA. I service a lot of trusts and entities for tax. I have a need for really fast turnaround. Mat knew what I needed, and he was able to see me that day. I got an accurate appraisal in half the time of other appraisers I've used. My client was elated. I will definitely be using Mat in the future."

    —Sean, CPA

  • "Mat from Just Appraisals was great. Called for a few real estate questions on home values — his answers were more than valuable. He then was able to get to my property within a few days and had his report ready 24 hours later. He was very prompt and professional. I would recommend him to anyone in need of a home appraisal. Thanks again Mat."

    —Richard

Do You Refer Clients for Appraisals?

Just Appraisals works regularly with probate attorneys, divorce attorneys, CPAs, and estate planners throughout Orange County. There's a page built specifically for professionals who need a reliable appraiser they can refer to with confidence.

—> See How We Work With Attorneys

Not Sure Which Service You Need?

Call Mat directly at 714-409-6123

Most inspections scheduled within 72 hours, reports delivered within 72 hours of the site visit.

Rush service available.