Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Residential Real Estate Appraisals in Philadelphia
Founded in 1998, Padove Appraisal Service has been delivering accurate and reliable residential real estate appraisals across the Philadelphia metropolitan area for over 25 years. Our owner, William Padove, brings decades of hands-on experience as a Pennsylvania State Certified Appraiser and HUD/FHA-approved professional. We specialize in comprehensive property evaluations for cash purchases, pre-listing assessments, estate settlements, tax appeals, and legal matters. Our commitment to personalized service ensures clients receive detailed, defensible appraisals tailored to their specific needs. With deep expertise in local market dynamics, we provide the precision required for informed real estate decisions.Our reputation for integrity and technical excellence has made us a trusted resource for property owners and lenders throughout Pennsylvania. We maintain rigorous professional standards while offering competitive pricing and free initial consultations. Our sole-appraiser model guarantees consistent quality and direct access to our expert throughout the appraisal process. By focusing exclusively on residential properties, we deliver specialized knowledge that larger firms often lack. Our clients benefit from transparent communication, timely delivery, and appraisals that withstand scrutiny from any stakeholder.
Services
Residential Real Estate Appraisal
Cash Purchase Appraisals
Pre-Listing Appraisals
Estate Settlement Appraisals
Property Tax Appeal Appraisals
Divorce Settlement Appraisals
Bankruptcy Appraisals
Criminal Bail-Bond Appraisals
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Certified appraiser with 30+ years of experience since 1993
- Pennsylvania State Certified and HUD/FHA-approved professional
- Free consultation for all residential appraisal needs
- Sole appraiser model ensures consistent quality and expertise
- Specialized knowledge of Philadelphia metropolitan area property markets
Associations and certifications
- Pennsylvania State Certified Appraiser
- HUD/FHA Approved Appraiser
What people say
Very happy with the results
Amazing
Thorough
Consummate professional
Highly recommended
Services
Residential Real Estate Appraisal
Comprehensive property evaluations for residential real estate transactions. Our appraisals analyze property condition, comparable sales, and market trends to determine accurate values. Clients receive detailed reports meeting industry standards for mortgage lending, tax appeals, and legal proceedings.
Cash Purchase Appraisals
Objective property assessments for cash buyers. These appraisals verify fair pricing through market analysis and condition evaluation. Our reports help investors make informed decisions while documenting property value for future reference.
Estate Settlement Appraisals
Accurate property valuations for estate distribution and tax purposes. We provide defensible assessments that meet legal requirements for asset division and IRS reporting. Our appraisals help executors fulfill fiduciary responsibilities efficiently.
Property Tax Appeal Appraisals
Detailed analyses to challenge inflated property tax assessments. Our appraisals document current market value using recent comparable sales and property condition data. Clients receive comprehensive reports to support formal tax appeals.
Divorce Settlement Appraisals
Objective property valuations for divorce proceedings. These appraisals determine equitable asset division through market analysis and condition assessment. Our reports meet legal standards for court submission and settlement negotiations.
People
William Padove
Certified Real Estate Appraiser
Certified Pennsylvania appraiser since 1993 with HUD/FHA approval. Established Padove Appraisal Service in 1998 after five years at a major appraisal firm. Specializes in residential valuations for transactions, tax appeals, and legal matters across five Pennsylvania counties.
Questions
What types of appraisal services do you provide?
We specialize in residential real estate appraisals for cash purchases, pre-listing evaluations, estate settlements, tax appeals, divorce proceedings, and bankruptcy filings across Pennsylvania.
Which areas do you serve?
We provide appraisal services throughout Philadelphia, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, and Bucks counties in Pennsylvania.
What's included in your appraisal report?
Our comprehensive reports include property measurements, condition assessment, comparable sales analysis, and detailed valuation methodology meeting industry standards.
Why choose a certified appraiser?
Certification ensures adherence to strict professional standards. Our credentials guarantee accurate, defensible valuations that meet lender and legal requirements.
Reviews (6)
Anthony Lutz
Sep 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Highly recommend working with William for any appraisal needs. Reports are very detailed and price is reasonable
Highly recommend working with William for any appraisal needs. Reports are very detailed and price is reasonable
Leanne Champagne
Aug 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
William is a very professional appraiser. He responded promptly and completed a very thorough and fair appraisal of my mothers estate. It was completed within a week and he kept me informed of the status every step of the way. He is a pleasure to work with.
William is a very professional appraiser. He responded promptly and completed a very thorough and fair appraisal of my mothers estate. It was completed within a week and he kept me informed of the status every step of the way. He is a pleasure to work with.
Ryan Faucher
Aug 22, 2021
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Mr. Padove gave a thorough appraisal of my home and sent the report back to me sooner than expected. He was prompt, courteous and the total cost was very reasonable. I highly recommend him!
Ron Scurry
Aug 14, 2021
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My wife and I were looking for an appraiser for a property. I found Mr. Padove actually through Google search and looked over the reviews, decided to give him a call, and after our initial call and discussion we we're very pleased with his knowledge of real estate, what was involved with appraising real estate properties, he answered questions we had about the process, he explained what was required of us, and what were our expectations. I felt very comfortable after our call. Mr. Padove was very professional, courteous, followed up promptly on emails and subsequent calls, and once we were in agreement
Harold Feldman
May 28, 2021
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William Padove of Padove Appraisal completed a comprehensive and very efficiently executed appraisal for a home we are purchasing in Narberth. We hired him privately as no mortgage company is involved in this purchase. The report was very extensive with sensible and included very appropriate comps (both that had sold and that are currently on the market matched with respect to size and condition).
The appraised value was less than 3% off of the agreed-upon purchase price, a value Mr. Padove did not know when performing the appraisal. Mr. Padove provided us his report over a holiday weekend so as
The appraised value was less than 3% off of the agreed-upon purchase price, a value Mr. Padove did not know when performing the appraisal. Mr. Padove provided us his report over a holiday weekend so as
Ken Affeldt
May 27, 2021
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Working with William was a pleasure. He was flexible and adapted to my changing schedule. More importantly, he was very professional and his appraisal was well supported in his report. I would highly recommend William. Ken A.
