Home appraisals in Fort Lauderdale and Broward County
Broward County packs very different markets close together: canal homes in Fort Lauderdale, high-rise condos on the beach, 55-and-over communities and large suburban homes out west in Weston and Parkland. Two homes a mile apart can call for completely different comparable sales.
- 33 years appraising
- County seat: Fort Lauderdale
- FL License RD2724
Call (904) 400-1630
What I appraise in Broward County
Single-family homes, condos and townhomes, waterfront and luxury property, two to four units and manufactured homes on land. Common work here includes:
- Waterfront homes on Fort Lauderdale’s canals, where ocean access, bridges and seawall condition all count.
- Oceanfront and Intracoastal condos from Hallandale Beach to Deerfield Beach.
- 55-and-over and golf communities across the county.
- Single-family homes in western suburbs such as Weston, Coral Springs and Pembroke Pines.
Towns and communities
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Pompano Beach
- Pembroke Pines
- Coral Springs
- Weston
- Plantation
- Davie
- Deerfield Beach
- Lighthouse Point
- Hallandale Beach
- Wilton Manors
Nearby counties I also cover: Palm Beach.
Reasons Broward County owners order an appraisal
- Selling
- A pre-listing appraisal sets a price based on what the market shows, before you list.
- Divorce
- An independent value for the marital home that both sides and their attorneys can rely on.
- Estate and date of death
- Value as of a past date, for probate, trusts or a stepped-up tax basis.
- Removing PMI
- A current value to show your lender you have reached the equity needed to drop mortgage insurance.
- Property tax appeal
- Support for a petition to the Value Adjustment Board if you think your assessment is too high.
- Buying without an agent
- A value check before you sign on a for-sale-by-owner or family sale.
Questions
Do you appraise homes everywhere in Broward County?
Yes. I cover all of Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Pembroke Pines and the rural areas in between.
How much does an appraisal cost?
It depends on the property type, size, location and why you need it. Call or send the address and I will quote the fee before anything is scheduled.
How long does an appraisal take?
The visit usually takes under an hour. The finished report typically follows within a few business days, depending on the property and the time of year. Ask when you call and I will give you a date.
Can I use this appraisal for my mortgage?
Mortgage appraisals are ordered by your lender, usually through an appraisal management company. If you are refinancing or buying, ask your lender. For PMI removal, check with your lender first, since many have their own process.
Appraisal needed in Broward County? Send the address.