Typical Appraisal Fees in Houston Texas
Below is our current fee schedule for residential appraisals in the Greater Houston area. The list is separated into Private Use services and Lending/Mortgage use.
Private Use (Non-Lending) Appraisal Service Fees
| Appraisal Type | Fee* |
|---|---|
| Single Family Residence (non-complex, non-rural) | $375 |
| Single Family Residence (complex) | $400+ |
| Multi Family Residence (2 to 4 Units) | $525 |
| Desktop Appraisal (No Site Visit) | $275 |
| Residential Vacant Land (10 Acres or less) | $325 |
Lending Use Appraisal Service Fees
| Service Type | Fee* |
|---|---|
| Single Family FNMA Form 1004 (non-complex, non-rural) | $425 |
| Single Family FNMA Form 1004 (complex) | $450+ |
| Single Family Field Review Form 2000 | $425 |
| Single Family Desk Review | $300 |
| Single Family Exterior Only Form 2055 (Drive-By) | $325 |
| Single Family Exterior Only Form 2075 | $150 |
| Update/Completion Form 442 or 1004D | $175 |
| Manufactured/Mobile Home Form 1004C | $450 |
| Condo FNMA Form 1073 | $425 |
| Condo FNMA Exterior Only Form 1075 (Drive-By) | $350 |
| Small Income Form 1025 Multi-Family (2 to 4 units) | $600 |
| Operating Income & Rent Schedule Form 216 | $100 |
| Residential Vacant Land (10 Acres or less) | $350 |
*NOTE ABOUT FEES:
The fees listed are based on a typical property and typical appraisal assignment. Your quote will depend on several factors including complexity of the assignment as well as property specifics. Some examples of situations that would require an additional fee include, but are not limited to:
- Luxury or Custom homes regardless of size and/or location.
- Large homes or those with complex floor plans.
- Homes requiring the appraiser to calculate extensive damage
- Remote locations and/or lack of “Comparable Sales”
- Assignments which require additional forms or research