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Certified Residential Real Estate Appraisals in Southern California
Hillside Appraisal has been delivering certified residential real estate appraisal services since 2002, combining decades of expertise with advanced tools to ensure precise valuations. Our founder, Sonja Troncoso, brings over 22 years of appraisal experience and 15 years in residential lending, offering clients unparalleled insight into property values and market dynamics. We specialize in complex assignments, including view homes, converted garages, and multi-million-dollar properties, while maintaining a 5-star Yelp rating for exceptional service. Our commitment to rapid turnaround timesoften completing inspections within 24-48 hours and delivering reports within 24 hoursensures clients receive timely, actionable data. As both a certified appraiser and licensed real estate broker, we provide a unique value-based perspective for buyers, sellers, and lenders.

Our team is approved by over 50 lenders and appraisal management companies, reflecting our industry credibility. We serve Southern Californias diverse markets, including Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino counties, with personalized attention to detail. Our reputation for transparency, reliability, and client-centric communication has earned us a loyal clientele and numerous testimonials praising our professionalism. By integrating appraisal expertise with brokerage services, we help clients navigate real estate transactions with confidence. This dual expertise ensures no surprises from zoning regulations, historic property restrictions, or lending guidelines, streamlining the sales process for optimal outcomes.
Services
Residential Appraisals Real Estate Brokerage Date of Death Appraisals Desktop Appraisals Multi-Family Properties Retrospective Appraisals Complex Property Valuations Lender Approvals Market Analysis Zoning Consultations
Details
  • Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
  • We offer rapid turnaround times with appraisals delivered within 24-48 hours.
  • Our team combines 22 years of appraisal experience with 15 years in residential lending.
  • We specialize in complex assignments like view homes and multi-million-dollar properties.
  • Approved by over 50 lenders and appraisal management companies.
  • Maintain a 5-star Yelp rating for exceptional client satisfaction.
Associations and certifications
  • California Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers (BREA)
  • California Department of Real Estate (DRE)
What people say
Great service Prompt and professional Quick turnaround Highly recommend Excellent choice
Services
Residential Appraisals
Hillside Appraisal conducts detailed residential property valuations for mortgages, estates, and legal matters. Our certified appraisers use advanced tools and local market expertise to deliver accurate, defensible reports within 24-48 hours. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of zoning regulations, historic property restrictions, and lending guidelines.
Real Estate Brokerage
As a licensed real estate broker, we offer full-service brokerage for Southern California properties. Our unique appraisal expertise ensures precise pricing strategies and seamless transactions, avoiding surprises from HOA rules or special assessments. Services include market analysis, open house presentations, and negotiation support.
Complex Property Appraisals
We specialize in challenging assignments like view homes, converted garages, and multi-million-dollar properties. Our appraisals account for deferred maintenance, excess acreage, and non-permitted structures, ensuring accurate valuations for lenders and private parties requiring detailed analysis.
Date of Death Appraisals
Our retrospective appraisals determine property values at specific historical dates for estate planning or probate purposes. We provide clear documentation compliant with tax regulations, ensuring clients meet legal requirements with confidence.
Multi-Family Appraisals
We assess multi-family properties for investors and lenders, analyzing rental income potential and market trends. Our reports incorporate comparable sales and operating expense data to support informed investment decisions in Southern Californias competitive markets.
People
Sonja Troncoso
Certified Residential Appraiser & Real Estate Broker
Sonja Troncoso has conducted over 3,000 appraisals since 2002 and brokered real estate transactions since 1999. Her dual expertise ensures accurate valuations and smooth property sales, supported by a 5-star Yelp rating and testimonials praising her responsiveness and professionalism.
Questions
What services does Hillside Appraisal offer?
We provide certified residential appraisals, real estate brokerage, date of death valuations, and multi-family property assessments in Southern California.
How quickly do you complete appraisals?
Most inspections occur within 24-48 hours, with reports delivered within 24 hours of inspection.
Do you handle complex property types?
Yes, we specialize in view homes, converted garages, multi-million-dollar properties, and other complex assignments.
What areas do you serve?
We cover Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino counties, including cities like Pasadena, Glendale, and Whittier.
Are your appraisals accepted by lenders?
Yes, we are approved by over 50 lenders and appraisal management companies.