Business Details
Certified Residential & Commercial Real Estate Appraisers in South Chicago & Suburbs
Established with a commitment to unbiased and compassionate real estate valuation, we specialize in residential and commercial appraisals across South Chicago and its suburbs. Our team of certified professionals, including Accredited Senior Appraisers, brings decades of combined experience to estate, divorce, and pre-sale scenarios. We prioritize client-specific needs while leveraging advanced technology for precise valuations.Our expertise spans single-family homes, multifamily properties, and small commercial assets, serving communities like Orland Park, Oak Forest, and Tinley Park. With deep local ties and rigorous professional standards, we deliver timely, accurate assessments tailored to diverse client requirements.
Services
Residential Appraisals
Commercial Appraisals
Estate Appraisals
Divorce Appraisals
Multifamily Appraisals
Highlights and features
- We have 23+ years of experience in South Chicago real estate valuation.
- Our appraisers are local residents with deep market knowledge.
- We offer cost-effective restricted-use appraisals for single-party needs.
- We maintain 100% unbiased and compassionate valuation services.
- We utilize advanced technology for precise and efficient appraisals.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Appraisers (ASA)
- National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers (NAIFA)
What people say
Accurate valuations
Professional staff
Timely service
Local expertise
Detailed reports
Services
Residential Appraisals
We provide accurate residential property valuations for single-family homes, condos, and townhouses. Our certified appraisers use market data and advanced analysis to determine fair market value for sales, estate planning, or divorce proceedings. Serving Chicago's southwest suburbs with local expertise.
Commercial Appraisals
Specialized valuations for commercial properties including retail spaces, office buildings, and mixed-use developments. Our ASA-certified team analyzes income potential and market trends to deliver defensible appraisals for financing, tax, or investment purposes across South Cook County.
Estate Appraisals
Comprehensive property assessments for estate settlement and probate purposes. We handle complex estate valuations with sensitivity and precision, ensuring accurate documentation for asset distribution or tax reporting in Orland Park, Oak Forest, and surrounding communities.
Divorce Appraisals
Objective real estate valuations for divorce proceedings, focusing on equitable property division. Our appraisers maintain strict impartiality while providing detailed reports that withstand legal scrutiny, serving clients in Tinley Park, Alsip, and nearby suburbs.
Multifamily Appraisals
Expert valuation services for multifamily properties ranging from duplexes to large apartment complexes. We analyze rental income, occupancy rates, and comparable sales to determine market value for investors and property owners in Midlothian and Crestwood areas.
People
Ernie Ramos
Owner/President
Certified General Appraiser with 23+ years experience, holding ASA and NAIFA designations. Resides in Tinley Park, with deep ties to Oak Forest and Alsip communities. Specializes in multifamily and commercial property valuations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in South Chicago and southwest suburbs including Orland Park, Oak Forest, Tinley Park, Alsip, and Midlothian.
What appraisal types do you offer?
We provide full URAR appraisals and cost-effective restricted-use reports for residential, commercial, and multifamily properties.
How are appraisals conducted?
We use three methods: sales comparison, cost approach, and income analysis to ensure accurate, defensible valuations.
Can I order an appraisal directly?
For federally backed loans, appraisals must be ordered through lenders. We accept direct orders for non-lending purposes.
What credentials do your appraisers hold?
Our team includes ASA Accredited Senior Appraisers and NAIFA-certified professionals with 20-30 years of local experience.
How quickly can you complete an appraisal?
Most residential appraisals completed within 3-5 business days, commercial properties within 7-10 days depending on complexity.
Reviews (5)
Matt Reilly
Feb 06, 2021
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Ernie is the definition of a professional. Extremely communicative and is helpful with any questions you may have during the process. Highly recommended through and through!
Robert Wielgorecki
Dec 08, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent service. I have used this company in the past and they get better and better using the latest technology. Highly recommended.
Excellent service. I have used this company in the past and they get better and better using the latest technology. Highly recommended.
Cynthia Yniguez
Nov 24, 2020
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Great experience!!! Ernie is extremely knowledgeable. We received our appraisal within a couple of days.
SchwimmbadR
Sep 07, 2020
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I had nothing but a great experience with Ernie @ Chicago Appraisals. He's very knowledgeable, professional and extremely prompt on answering back emails/phone calls. Couldn't recommended him enough.
Juan-Elias Riesco
Jun 06, 2020
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Ernie is really incredible. His service is outstanding, he is very responsive and is fairly priced. I even recommended him to my family immediately afterwards!
