Certified ADU Appraisals
The number your
backyard unit
has been waiting for.
Certified appraisals for garage conversions, detached casitas, and garden suites — delivered in 5 business days.
ADUs Appraised
Avg. Equity Unlocked
Turnaround Time
Case Study
A garage that sat empty for twelve years. Now worth $312,000.
A Pasadena homeowner converted their detached two-car garage into a 480 sq ft studio after their adult child moved out. They needed a certified appraisal to draw on a HELOC and fund the next renovation. The report was in hand six days after the site visit.
Appraisal Summary
Detached Garage Conversion — Studio
Assessed Value
$312,000
Size
480 sq ft
Equity Unlocked
$118,000
Use Case
HELOC Draw
Case Study
A side yard. A $180K build. An appraisal that made the lender say yes.
After an 11-month build, a San Jose couple needed a certified appraisal before their lender would release the final construction draw. The 640 sq ft one-bedroom casita required a Fannie Mae 1004 form with an as-improved value — delivered on time, formatted correctly.
Appraisal Summary
New Detached ADU — 1 Bedroom
Assessed Value
$415,000
Size
640 sq ft
Equity Unlocked
$162,000
Use Case
Construction Draw / Refinance
Most reports delivered in 5 business days.
Case Study
Two stories. Separate utilities. The most complex ADU we've appraised this year.
A Berkeley property owner built a two-story, 920 sq ft detached ADU with a separate electrical panel and dedicated parking. The listing agent needed a certified value before going to market. The appraisal accounted for income potential, comparable ADU sales, and lender-required addenda.
Appraisal Summary
Two-Story Detached ADU — 2 Bedroom
Assessed Value
$598,000
Size
920 sq ft
Equity Unlocked
$247,000
Use Case
Pre-Listing / Sale
Most reports delivered in 5 business days.
The Process
Three steps from
tape measure to report.
No intermediaries. The same certified appraiser handles every step of your file.
Schedule & Scope
Book a 15-minute intake call. We confirm your ADU type, intended use (HELOC, sale, permit), and any lender-specific form requirements before the site visit.
Site Inspection
A licensed appraiser visits with a tape measure and trained eye. We photograph, measure, and document every detail — from ceiling height to finish quality to setback compliance.
Certified Report
Your USPAP-compliant appraisal report is delivered digitally within 5 business days. Formatted for lenders, title companies, and permit offices without extra revisions.
Common Questions
Before you
schedule.
Yes. Unpermitted ADUs can still be appraised — the report will note their status and reflect market value based on comparable properties. Many lenders accept these appraisals for informational purposes, and some municipalities allow retroactive permitting using the appraisal as supporting documentation.
We offer "as-complete" appraisals for ADUs under construction. These estimate the value upon completion and are commonly required by lenders for construction draw loans and HELOC advances. We'll need plans, permits, and a projected completion date.
Most lenders require a URAR (1004) or Small Residential Income Property Appraisal Report (1025). We're familiar with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, and portfolio lender requirements. Share your lender's form requirement during intake and we'll confirm compatibility before scheduling.
Garage conversions, basement ADUs, attached in-law suites, and detached casitas all qualify. The appraisal approach adjusts based on the unit type, access, and whether it shares utilities with the main structure.
Fees are based on ADU type and complexity, not the appraised value. A straightforward garage conversion is quoted differently than a two-story detached unit with separate utilities. You'll receive a fixed-fee quote during intake — no surprises.
Ready to find out
what it's worth?
Schedule your ADU appraisal in under 2 minutes. We'll confirm your unit type and send a fixed-fee quote before anything is locked in.
Schedule Your ADU AppraisalMost reports delivered in 5 business days.
Turnaround
5 business days
Certification
USPAP Compliant
ADUs Appraised
1,200+
Service Area
Greater Metro