We perform independent and fair appraisals.

Residential & Commercial Appraisals

Grimes Real Estate Services offers Residential & Commercial Appraisals.

35+ Years of experience Appraising in Northeastern Illinois

Finding the right person for appraisals is important.

Getting someone to estimate the value of real property shouldn't be taken lightly. We believe in fair appraisals.

Integrity

We perform fair appraisals for everyone.

Efficiency

Time is money. We know your time is valuable so we do what we need to quickly and properly.

Experience

With over 35 years of experience, we have seen it all.

Communication

We maintain constant communication to make sure you know what's going on and have everything you need.

Our Process

Phone or email

Schedule Your Appraisal

Contact Michael for an appraisal by email or phone call. We will discuss the situation and purpose of the appraisal. During this correspondence, we will set an appointment to see the property.
Pictures, measurements, & floor plans

View the Property

When we come and view the property, we will perform a personal examination of the property. We will take photos of the exterior and interior, measure all of the areas, & execute a floor plan.
Analysis & Comparables 

Analysis & Conclusion

During this stage we will take the information we gathered from viewing your property & perform an analysis for the highest and best use of the property. After coming to a conclusion of the highest and best use, we will then perform research for comparable properties. Adjustments are made to the most relative comaprable sales and a conclusion of the highest value for the property will be determined.
Report is sent

Submit the report

At this point everything is completed & our report will be sent out to you in an email with everything you need.

Michael Grimes

Over 35 years as an appraiser in the Chicagoland area. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Illinois, Chicago Circle. Major in Management and minor in Statistical Analysis. Century 21 Real Estate Sales Training Course including Property Analysis and Century 21 Investment Qualification Course. Completion of the Worldwide ERC Relocation Appraisal Training Program.

Types of Appraisals

Residential

Single famliy homes, Multi-Unit homes, Condos, & Townhomes.
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Commercial

Mixed use properties, Income properties, Offices, & Industrial Properties.
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Trained & Certified By

  • State Certified General real estate appraiser by the state of Illinois
  • Associate member of the Appraisal Institute
  • Member of the Oak Park Area Association of Realtors "OPAAR"
  • Member of the ERC (Employment Relocation Council)

Frequently Asked Questions