Dana Point Real Estate Appraiser
Just Appraisals Inc. has been appraising properties in Dana Point and throughout Orange County for over 24 years. Every appraisal carries Mat's signature — his experience, his standards, his word.
Mat’s Take on Dana Point
Dana Point splits into distinct products the moment you leave PCH, and an appraiser has to know which one before pulling a single comp.
The Lantern District is the walkable, historic core — smaller lots, a mix of older cottages and newer infill, and real upside tied to the harbor's ongoing rebuild; a decade from now this is a different market than it is today.
Head toward the coast and you're in guard-gated territory — Monarch Beach, Niguel Shores, Ritz Cove — custom estates and bluff-top villas built around resort amenities, the Ritz-Carlton and Waldorf Astoria among them, where privacy and security carry as much weight in the value as the ocean view does.
And then there's Capistrano Beach: Beach Road's small, tight beachfront lots on one side, the terraced Palisades bluffs above it on the other, each with its own comp set entirely.
None of these four trade against each other. A Lantern District condo isn't a stand-in for a Niguel Shores estate, and neither is a fair comp for a Beach Road cottage. Knowing which Dana Point you're actually appraising is most of the job before you've looked at a single sale.
24 Years In Orange County
Mat's been appraising Dana Point property since 2002, through the harbor's slow transformation and every market swing along the way.
Offices in San Clemente and Santa Ana — 806 E Avenida Pico, Suite I-240, San Clemente, CA 92672, and 2321 E 4th St, Suite C-312, Santa Ana, CA 92705. (714) 409-6123.
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How We Can Help in Dana Point
We handle residential and commercial appraisals throughout Dana Point and Orange County — for estate settlements, divorce proceedings, pre-listing decisions, and legal matters.
Estate Appraisals — date of death, inherited property, step-up in basis, and trust administration
Divorce Appraisals — independent, defensible valuations for divorce proceedings and legal separations
Pre-Listing Appraisals — know what your Dana Point home is worth before it goes on the market
Commercial Appraisals — income-producing and investment properties. Call to discuss scope.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Lantern District, Monarch Beach, Niguel Shores, Ritz Cove, and Capistrano Beach are five different markets with five different comp sets — a report that treats them as one neighborhood is going to miss the number.
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Regularly — estate settlements, divorce proceedings, pre-listing opinions, and other legal matters, not just lender work.
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No. Mat's worked gated communities across Dana Point since 2002 and knows how to get access scheduled without adding days to the timeline.
Licensed & Certified
Mat holds a California State Certified Residential Appraiser license through the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA License #AR029995) and is a licensed California real estate agent.
Just Appraisals Inc. maintains offices in San Clemente and Santa Ana.
Turnaround
Normal turnaround in Dana Point is 3 to 5 business days from the inspection date.
Rush service is available at an extra cost when deadlines are tight.
Pricing
Residential appraisals: $600–$950 depending on appraisal type, property type and square footage.
Rush service and printed hard copy available as add-ons. Commercial appraisals quoted on request.
Nearby Areas
Also appraising nearby: San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Laguna Niguel
Request an Appraisal in Dana Point
Fill out the request form and we'll follow up with a confirmation and a quote.
Or call Mat directly at (714) 409-6123
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Questions Before You Order?
Call us directly at 714-409-6123.
Normal turnaround is 3 to 5 business days from the inspection date. Rush service available at an extra cost.