Pre-Listing, Pre-Purchase, and FSBO Appraisals in Arlington, VA
Price with confidence. Square Feet Appraisals delivers objective valuations for homeowners, buyers, agents, and FSBO sellers across Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, McLean, and surrounding communities. A professional appraisal can prevent overpricing, support competitive offers, and reduce time on market.
Why Get an Appraisal Before You List or Buy
An appraisal validates pricing strategy, identifies value-impacting features, and provides leverage in negotiations. For buyers, it reduces risk and supports offer decisions. For FSBO sellers, it replaces guesswork with a defendable figure.
What We Deliver
When you hire us for a Pre-Listing or FSBO (For Sale By Owner) appraisal in Arlington, VA, here’s what you get:
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A market-supported opinion of value based on current local sales and market trends
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Careful time adjustments (to account for market shifts) and feature adjustments (for size, condition, upgrades, etc.)
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Clear commentary and rationale explaining how we arrived at value—so you understand the logic and can confidently present it
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A report you can use in listing presentations, buyer analyses, or private sale negotiations
This isn’t just a number. It’s a defensible, transparent valuation you can lean on when pricing, marketing, or negotiating a property.
Service Area
We serve homes throughout the Northern Virginia / D.C. metro area. Our coverage includes:
Arlington County · Alexandria · Fairfax County · Falls Church · McLean · Vienna · Annandale · Springfield · Reston · Herndon
If your property falls just beyond this area, reach out — we may still be able to assist or work with a partner in your zone.
Helpful Market Resources
- Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR)
- Bright MLS
- Freddie Mac Research and Housing Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
How is an appraisal different from a CMA?
A CMA is a broker opinion. An appraisal is a certified, USPAP-compliant valuation that includes adjustments, reasoning, and an appraiser’s signed certification.
Will an appraisal help me justify a higher list price?
It can support an accurate price. If features or condition merit a premium relative to the market, the analysis will document that.
Can buyers use a private appraisal with lenders?
Lenders must order their own appraisal for financing. A private appraisal still benefits your decision-making and negotiation strategy.
How fast can you deliver?
Turn times vary by complexity, but many pre-listing and pre-purchase assignments are delivered in a few business days from inspection.
Do you include repair or upgrade value commentary?
We can discuss how condition and known repairs influence value and highlight market-supported ranges when applicable.