Pre-Listing Appraisals

Know what your home is actually worth before you list it. An independent appraisal gives you a defensible number to price from — so you go into negotiations with confidence, not guesswork.

Who Is This For

Homeowners who want to price their home right the first time. Whether you're working with a real estate agent or selling on your own, a pre-listing appraisal gives you an independent, certified read on market value before the property goes live.

It's also useful for real estate agents who want to back their pricing recommendation with a third-party valuation — especially useful in a market where buyers push back.

What It Does For You

Pricing a home without an appraisal means relying on comparables that may not tell the full story, or on an agent's estimate that a buyer's agent will challenge. An independent appraisal changes the dynamic.

When you can point to a certified appraisal, you're not defending a number — you're presenting one. That's a different conversation to be in.

What’s Included

A full residential appraisal report covering the property's current market value based on condition, location, recent comparable sales, and relevant market trends in Orange County. The same report type used for legal and estate work — applied to your listing decision.

Turnaround

Most inspections scheduled within 72 hours. Reports delivered within 72 hours of the site visit — plan for approximately one week under standard turnaround.

Need it before a listing appointment or an offer deadline? Rush scheduling and rush reporting are available. Additional fees may apply — ask when you reach out.

  • "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

  • "I flip homes in Orange County and I probably call Just Appraisals every other week for an over-the-phone consult or a full appraisal. Mat is a great resource when I need an unbiased opinion of a property's as-is value and potential resale after being rehabbed. Highly recommend this company."

    —Adam

  • "Mat is the Best real estate appraiser there is, period, bar none. Fast, efficient and spot on appraisals. Whether you are looking for an appraiser for a home loan or need an opinion of value before listing a home, Just Appraisals is the company to call!"

    —Dean, pacifichomeloan.com

Pricing

Residential appraisals: $550–$900 depending on property type and square footage.

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

Commercial appraisals quoted on request.

Have questions about the process? See our FAQs here —>

How To Get Started

Fill out the request form and we'll follow up with a confirmation and a quote.

REQUEST PRE-LISTING APPRAISAL

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Not Sure If You Need One?

Call us directly at 714-409-6123 and describe your situation.

We'll give you a straight answer on whether a pre-listing appraisal makes sense for you.