HOW MUCH IS YOUR HOME WORTH?
Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to your most valuable asset. Understanding your home’s current value allows you to plan for the future with confidence, whether you’re considering a sale, exploring refinancing, or simply monitoring the equity you’ve built.
Unlike generic estimates on major real estate portals, our valuation tool delivers a more refined, accurate perspective tailored to today’s market conditions. For the most precise assessment, we recommend a customized Comparative Market Analysis or a professional appraisal—designed to give you clarity, strategy, and peace of mind.
Your home deserves more than a guess. It deserves expertise.
HOW IS A HOME VALUATION DETERMINED?
Comparative Market Analysis
A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) is one of the most effective tools real estate professionals use to determine a home’s market value. Instead of relying on automated estimates, a CMA looks at recently sold properties in the same neighborhood that are most similar to your home in size, style, and features.
Typically, three comparable sales (“comps”) are selected and carefully evaluated. Each property is then adjusted for its differences—whether that’s square footage, upgrades, or unique amenities—so the final numbers reflect what your home would likely sell for in today’s market.
In short, a CMA provides a true, market-driven picture of your home’s value, giving you the insight you need to price confidently and strategically.
Appraisal
An appraisal is a professional, impartial assessment of a home’s market value. Unlike an estimate, it’s a detailed evaluation conducted by a licensed appraiser and most often required by mortgage lenders during a purchase or refinance. The lender typically orders the appraisal, while the homeowner covers the cost—often around $500.
The process involves a thorough visual inspection of both the interior and exterior, combined with an analysis of recent comparable sales and current market conditions. The appraiser then delivers a comprehensive report, which may include a property sketch, photos, a street map with nearby sales, a breakdown of square footage, and supporting market data.
In essence, an appraisal provides a clear, unbiased benchmark of value, ensuring buyers, sellers, and lenders have confidence in the home’s worth.
How is the Valuation of My Home Calculated?
Your home isn’t just where you live—it’s one of your most valuable assets. Its valuation is shaped by location, size, condition, renovations, and the sales of comparable properties nearby, but it also reflects the pulse of today’s market. Shifts in inventory, interest rates, and buyer demand all influence its value.
Understanding what your home is truly worth empowers you to plan for the future, grow your wealth, and make confident decisions—whether you’re considering selling, refinancing, or simply monitoring your investment.
How Accurate is the Online Home Valuation?
Online home valuations are a helpful starting point, offering a broad estimate of your property’s worth. But true value often goes beyond the numbers. Elements like bespoke renovations, unique design features, architectural significance, and even the way a home is perceived in the market can elevate its price far above an online estimate.
For the most precise and meaningful assessment of your home’s value, nothing compares to a personalized, in-person appraisal guided by a trusted professional. It’s the difference between a number on a screen and a true reflection of your home’s place in the luxury market.