Residential Appraisals
Independent, well-supported valuations for single-family homes, condominiums, planned-unit developments, and 2–4 unit residential properties.
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Northern California + San Diego
Clarity when a property decision carries weight.
Independent residential appraisals grounded in local market evidence, careful analysis, and straightforward communication.
Certified residentialProfessional, independent analysis
Two focused regionsNorthern California and San Diego
Clear scopePurpose, fee, and timing confirmed upfront
The right valuation for the decision
More than a number on a page.
An appraisal should answer the question you actually need resolved. AP Appraisal begins with the intended use, effective date, property type, and decision at hand—then defines a scope that fits.
We work with homeowners, attorneys, trustees, real estate professionals, and property owners who need an independent opinion they can understand and use.
Appraisal services
Residential valuation for real decisions.
Estate & Date-of-Death
Current and retrospective valuations to support estate planning, probate, trust administration, and step-up-in-basis documentation.
Learn more →Divorce & Property Buyouts
Neutral residential valuations for asset division, settlement discussions, and decisions about retaining or selling a shared property.
Learn more →Pre-Listing Appraisals
Objective pricing guidance for homes with limited comparable sales, unique features, acreage, or a wide range of suggested list prices.
Learn more →Property Tax Review
Market-value analysis for owners evaluating whether a county assessment reflects the property’s value as of the applicable lien date.
Learn more →Private-Use Valuations
Appraisals for cash purchases, internal planning, ownership changes, portfolio reviews, and other non-lending decisions.
Learn more →Who we serve
Independent guidance for every side of the table.
Homeowners & Families
Objective value guidance for estate planning, buyouts, tax questions, private sales, and major property decisions.
Attorneys & Fiduciaries
Clearly scoped current or retrospective appraisals for probate, trusts, divorce, and other legal or administrative needs.
Agents & Property Professionals
Independent support when unique features, limited comparables, or pricing disagreement make a standard CMA insufficient.
Focused geographic coverage
Local analysis, not statewide guesswork.
Eight county service area
Napa, Sonoma, Marin, Solano, Contra Costa, Yolo, Sacramento, and Lake counties.
Explore Northern California →Focused on San Diego County
San Diego, Chula Vista, La Mesa, Poway, Encinitas, Carlsbad, and nearby communities.
Explore San Diego →What to expect
A straightforward appraisal process.
Tell us the purpose
Share the property, intended use, effective date, and deadline.
Confirm scope
We confirm availability, the appropriate report, fee, and expected timing.
Inspect & analyze
Property observations and relevant market data form the basis of the analysis.
Receive the report
Your appraisal is delivered electronically with a clear, supported value conclusion.
Not sure what you need?
Start with the property and the decision.
We’ll help determine the appropriate appraisal scope.