Dividing real estate during a divorce is one of the most financially and emotionally significant aspects of the separation process. In the vast and varied housing market of Southern California—from beachfront estates and luxury hillside properties to suburban homes and multi-unit residences—an accurate, certified divorce appraisal is essential. Whether you're entering mediation, litigation, or negotiating a property buyout, a professional, unbiased valuation helps ensure fairness, clarity, and legal compliance.
At Pacific Home Appraisers, we provide reliable Divorce Appraisal Services throughout Southern California, delivering certified reports that are court-ready and trusted by attorneys, mediators, and private clients. With over 5,000 appraisal assignments completed since 2005, our firm offers the experience, discretion, and local expertise needed to handle even the most complex valuation scenarios.
As a community property state, California requires all marital assets—including real estate—to be divided fairly and equitably. In a region as diverse as Southern California, where property values are influenced by city, neighborhood, view orientation, school district, and property type, a certified appraisal ensures:
A credible fair market value or retrospective valuation
Documentation that is compliant with California Family Law
Support for buyout negotiations or refinancing decisions
A neutral, third-party opinion to prevent valuation disputes
Legal-ready reports for court filings, mediation, or financial planning
While divorce appraisals are a key focus, Pacific Home Appraisers also provides a complete range of certified residential valuation services across the region, including:
For probate and IRS estate reporting, we determine the value of real estate as of the decedent’s date of passing.
Used to establish property value as of a historical date such as the date of separation, trust formation, or inheritance.
Certified and formatted to meet probate court requirements for estate administration and equitable distribution.
We offer expert support and testimony in contested legal cases involving real estate, including depositions and trial appearances.
Appraisals for estate planning, tax appeals, pre-listing pricing, insurance purposes, and partnership dissolution.
From Los Angeles and Orange County to Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties, we understand the nuanced value drivers across Southern California: coastal views, gated communities, walkability, access to freeways, new construction, historic preservation zones, and more.
Our reports are completed by California Certified Residential Appraisers and meet all documentation standards required by California Superior Courts.
Whether hired by one party or both, we offer unbiased, data-supported reports and handle all matters with complete discretion and professionalism.
Standard turnaround time is 5 to 7 business days, with 48-hour rush service available upon request for urgent legal timelines.
We define the scope of the appraisal, confirm the valuation date (current or retrospective), and schedule the property inspection.
We assess the home’s size, condition, upgrades, location, amenities, and other features specific to Southern California real estate.
We evaluate comparable sales across the relevant submarket and apply professional adjustments to determine a fair and supportable value.
You receive a certified, court-ready report that includes photographs, maps, comparable sales, market commentary, and a defensible valuation conclusion.
Coastal estates and beachfront homes
Suburban single-family homes and ADU-equipped properties
Condominiums and luxury townhomes
Duplexes, triplexes, and small multi-family properties
Divorce-, probate-, and trust-involved residential properties
Custom homes in gated or hillside communities
Can both spouses hire one appraiser? Yes. Many couples choose to jointly retain a neutral appraiser for efficiency and to avoid conflicts. Our impartial reports are widely accepted in mediation and court.
Are your reports valid in court? Yes. All of our reports are certified and meet California Superior Court requirements for use in divorce and legal proceedings.
Do you offer retrospective valuations? Absolutely. We provide retrospective appraisals for any relevant date, such as the date of separation, death, or trust formation.
Is the appraisal process confidential? Yes. All appraisal work is handled with complete discretion, and we coordinate directly with attorneys, fiduciaries, or financial professionals when requested.
We provide certified divorce appraisal services in:
Los Angeles County – including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Hollywood, Pasadena, Glendale, and more
Orange County – including Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, and surrounding areas
Ventura County – including Thousand Oaks, Camarillo, Oxnard, Ventura, and Ojai
San Bernardino and Riverside Counties – including Redlands, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, and Temecula
South Bay, Westside LA, Inland Empire, Conejo Valley, and more
If you're going through a divorce and need a certified real estate appraisal anywhere in Southern California, trust Pacific Home Appraisers to deliver accurate, timely, and court-compliant valuation services.
Call us today: 818-880-1466 Visit: www.pacifichomeappraisers.com
Let us help you move forward with confidence—through an impartial appraisal tailored to the unique demands of Southern California’s real estate market.