Properties with accessory dwelling units may require additional analysis of permits, utility, privacy, access, quality, parking, and market acceptance.
ADU and Main-House Appraisals in Berkeley
The market contribution of an ADU does not necessarily equal construction cost or projected rent and must be supported by relevant evidence.
Berkeley market considerations
Berkeley appraisal work often requires careful analysis of university influence, rent regulation, architectural appeal, hillside exposure, zoning, parking, and block-level market identity. Nearby sales may not share the same buyer pool.
Relevant analysis may include university proximity, rent regulation, zoning, architectural character, hillside topography, views, fire risk, condition, parking, commercial adjacency, and block-level neighborhood differences.
Collateral considerations
- ADU configuration
- Permit status
- Condition and quality
- Access and privacy
- Observed market contribution
Assignment scope
The client, intended use, effective date, inspection requirements, assumptions, report format, fee, and delivery terms are agreed upon before the assignment begins.
Appraisal process
- Submit the property address and loan purpose.
- Provide known condition, access, occupancy, permit, or construction information.
- Confirm scope, fee, inspection, and turnaround.
- Receive the completed appraisal.
Residential property types
- Single-family residences
- Architecturally distinctive and historic homes
- Condominiums and townhouses
- Two- to four-unit residential properties
- Hillside and custom homes
- Rental and investor property
- Properties with ADUs
ADU and Main-House Appraisals in Berkeley FAQ
Can a borrower or investor order the appraisal?
Yes, provided the client, intended users, and intended use are identified before the assignment begins.
Are rush assignments available?
Rush availability depends on access, complexity, location, data, and current workload.
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