Dividing real estate during a divorce is one of the most financially impactful decisions a couple can face. In a state as vast and diverse as California, where property values range from multi-million-dollar estates in coastal cities to modest homes in rural and suburban communities, obtaining a certified divorce appraisal is critical. Whether you're working through litigation, mediation, or negotiating a buyout, a professional, unbiased valuation ensures legal compliance, financial clarity, and peace of mind.
At Pacific Home Appraisers, we specialize in Divorce Appraisal Services across California, delivering certified, court-compliant reports trusted by family law attorneys, mediators, accountants, and private clients. Since 2005, we’ve completed over 5,000 appraisals and have deep experience handling complex residential valuations in all market types.
As a community property state, California law requires that marital assets—including real estate—be divided fairly. A certified divorce appraisal provides:
A credible market value or retrospective valuation
Legal documentation for financial disclosures, court filings, and mediation
Independent support for buyout negotiations or refinancing
A neutral, third-party opinion to help avoid disputes
Full compliance with California Family Code Section 2552, which governs property valuation in divorce cases
In addition to divorce appraisals, Pacific Home Appraisers provides a full range of certified residential valuation services throughout the state:
Required for estate settlement and IRS reporting, these determine property value as of the date of a decedent’s passing.
We offer historical valuations based on a specific past date such as the date of separation, inheritance, or trust formation.
Certified and court-formatted reports for probate court, estate administration, and distribution of inherited assets.
We provide litigation support, appraisal review, and expert courtroom testimony in disputed property valuation cases.
Appraisals for pre-listing pricing, refinancing, estate planning, tax appeal, insurance claims, and partnership dissolution.
We serve urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside, Santa Clara, Alameda, Fresno, Sacramento, and many more counties. We are well-versed in the property trends and legal nuances that influence value across California’s regions.
All appraisals are completed by California Certified Residential Appraisers and formatted to meet the strict standards required by California Superior Courts and family law attorneys.
Whether hired by one party or both, we maintain strict neutrality and ensure that all communications and reports are handled with discretion.
Standard turnaround time is 5 to 7 business days, with 48-hour rush service available for time-sensitive matters.
We define the scope of the appraisal, identify whether it is current or retrospective, and schedule the property inspection.
We examine layout, size, condition, location, upgrades, lot features, and market-specific attributes that affect value.
We identify comparable recent sales and apply location-specific adjustments based on condition, size, amenities, and local demand.
You receive a full, court-ready appraisal report including comps, maps, photos, market analysis, and a well-supported valuation conclusion.
Luxury estates and coastal homes
Suburban single-family residences and tract homes
Urban townhomes and condominiums
Duplexes, triplexes, and small multi-unit investment properties
Rural homes with acreage, equestrian zoning, or agricultural use
Divorce-, probate-, and trust-involved residential assets
Can one appraiser represent both spouses? Yes. Many divorcing couples retain one neutral appraiser to save time, reduce conflict, and provide a single, defensible opinion of value. Our reports are accepted in court and mediation.
Are your appraisals court-compliant? Absolutely. All reports meet California Superior Court and family law standards and are commonly used in divorce, probate, and estate proceedings.
Can you perform retrospective valuations? Yes. We offer retrospective appraisals for any legally or financially relevant date, such as the date of separation or death.
Is the appraisal confidential? Yes. We handle all reports and communications with full discretion and confidentiality. We also coordinate directly with legal or financial representatives if requested.
We provide certified divorce appraisals in:
Southern California: Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino
Central California: Fresno, Bakersfield, Modesto, Visalia, Stockton
Northern California: San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Clara, Oakland, Sacramento, Alameda
Coastal Regions: Malibu, Santa Barbara, Monterey, Santa Cruz
And dozens of additional cities and counties across the state
If you're facing divorce and need a certified real estate appraisal anywhere in California, trust Pacific Home Appraisers for expert service, accurate valuations, and complete legal compliance.
Call us today: 818-880-1466 Visit: www.pacifichomeappraisers.com
Let us help you move forward with clarity and confidence—through a certified appraisal designed to meet the highest legal and professional standards in California.