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Hudson County Real Estate Appraisal Services

Clear, well-supported valuations for legal, financial and personal real estate decisions.

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Appraisal Services Across Hudson County

Hudson County is New Jersey's smallest county by land area, just over 46 square miles, and its densest. Few markets change this much from block to block. A downtown Jersey City brownstone, a unit in a Newport high-rise, a Union City two-family and a single-family home in Kearny can all sit within a short drive of each other and trade in different markets. Nearly three out of four Hudson households rent (72.4% in the 2020 Census), so a large share of properties here are condominiums, co-ops and income buildings rather than conventional single-family homes.

New Jersey Real Estate Appraisal Group provides state-certified appraisals for Hudson County homeowners, condo owners, investors, attorneys and executors. Every report follows USPAP and is written to hold up when it's challenged, whether by opposing counsel, the County Board of Taxation, the IRS or a lender's review appraiser.

For over 26 years, NJ Real Estate Appraisal Group has provided fast, reliable, confidential, meticulous attention to detail, and cost-effective real estate appraisals. We are guided by the following principles:

Accuracy

We aim to create an unbiased opinion of market value based on in-depth market research and data analysis using cutting-edge data tools and technologies.

Integrity

Our group of appraisers is committed to the highest ethical standards in their work, maintaining objectivity, independence, and confidentiality at all times.

Customer Service

Our commitment to our clients is to fully understand their needs and provide prompt, attentive service while upholding strict compliance with the appraisal standards and licensing regulations.

Innovation

We continuously stay up-to-date and use the latest technology and tools to produce credible, verifiable appraisals.

Professionalism

Our goal is to keep communication with our clients open, honest, and transparent.

Make Informed Decisions with Hudson County Real Estate Appraisals

Accuracy

We aim to create an unbiased opinion of market value based on in-depth market research and data analysis using cutting-edge data tools and technologies.

Integrity

Our group of appraisers is committed to the highest ethical standards in their work, maintaining objectivity, independence, and confidentiality at all times.

Customer Service

Our commitment to our clients is to fully understand their needs and provide prompt, attentive service while upholding strict compliance with the appraisal standards and licensing regulations.

Why Choose Us for Your Appraisal Needs?

Quality

The quality of our product is our top priority. We cross our “ts” and dot our “i”s when it comes to estimating the value of your property. Our first priority is attention to detail and accuracy.

Speed

Our appraisal office is committed to providing quick and efficient service to our clients. We are proud to offer a turnaround time of 5-7 business days following the appraisal inspection while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy. Our clients can trust that we prioritize their needs and work diligently to deliver timely and reliable appraisals.

Accuracy

With over 26 years of experience, our appraisal company has developed an in-depth understanding of the local market. This knowledge allows us to provide accurate appraisals that reflect the true value of your property. We are dedicated to staying up-to-date with market trends to ensure that our clients receive the most comprehensive appraisal services.

Real Estate Appraisal Services in Hudson County, New Jersey

Home Appraisals

Real Estate Appraisal for Property
Tax Assessment

Real Estate Appraisal for Pre-
Listing Home

Financial Planning and Trusts
Appraisal

Commercial
Property Appraisal

Retrospective Appraisals

Foreclosure & REO Appraisals

Desktop Appraisals

Probate

Cast Out Refinance

Property Management
Appraisals

Conventional Lending

Reverse Mortgage

Desk Review

Real Estate Appraisal
Divorce Settlement

Real Estate Appraisal
for Immigration

Pre-Foreclosure &
Short Sales

Bail Bonds
Appraisals

Relocation Appraisals

Residential Appraisals

Cash Value

Litigation Support
Appraisals

Investment Appraisals

Portfolio Valuation

FHA Approved

Trusts / Gifts

Home Measurement
Services

Real Estate Appraisal for
Estate & Date of Death

Real Estate Appraisal
for PMI Removal

Bankruptcy Appraisals

Private Lenders &
Investors

Insurance Appraisals

Review Appraisals

Foreclosure
Appraisals

Family
Transfer

Valuation
Consulting

Buying & Selling
House

New Construction
& Additions

Refinance

Appraisal Review

Appraisals for the Hudson County Board of Taxation

A Hudson County tax appeal is a question of market value. The assessment is presumed correct, and the owner has to prove it is wrong (NJ Division of Taxation). What that means in practice:

Value is set as of October 1 of the pre-tax year. For a 2027 appeal, the relevant date is October 1, 2026. The sales that matter most are the ones closest to that date.

Comparables must match the property type. A downtown condo is compared to downtown condos, a brownstone to brownstones, a Greenville two-family to two-families. Mixing them is one of the most common reasons appeals fail.

The common level range is ¬±15%. An assessment is only considered discriminatory if its ratio to market value falls outside 15% of the municipality's average ratio.

Over $1 million, you have a choice. Properties assessed above $1,000,000 can be appealed to the County Board or directly to the Tax Court of New Jersey.

Abated and PILOT properties are different. Many newer Hudson County buildings pay under a long-term tax abatement (a PILOT) instead of conventional property taxes. Review the abatement terms with your attorney before spending money on a standard appeal.

Deadlines & filing

The filing window for a regular appeal is February 1 to April 1, or May 1 in a municipality that has completed a municipal-wide revaluation or reassessment. Added and omitted assessment appeals run October 1 to December 1. The Hudson County Board of Taxation is at Hudson County Plaza, 257 Cornelison Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City. Appeals can also be filed online through NJ Appeal Online.

We prepare tax appeal appraisals valued as of the correct date, with comparables matched to the property type, and we are available to testify at the hearing.

Estate and Date-of-Death Appraisals

Hudson County estates are probated through the Hudson County Surrogate's Court, in the Hudson County Administration Building at 595 Newark Avenue, 4th Floor, Room 407, Jersey City (NJ Courts). Executors typically need a date-of-death value for three reasons: to report stepped-up basis to the IRS, to divide property fairly among heirs, and to support a sale or buyout.

Our estate and date-of-death appraisals are retrospective. We value the property as it stood on the date of death, using sales from that period rather than today's market. For a Hudson County condo, that also means comparing sales in the same building or directly competing buildings from the same period.

Divorce Appraisals for Hudson County Family Court

Hudson County divorce matters are handled by the Family Division in the Hudson County Administration Building, 595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City (NJ Courts). When the marital home or an investment property is part of equitable distribution, both sides and the court need a value that is neutral and defensible.

We provide court-ready divorce appraisals. That includes retrospective values as of the date of filing or separation, joint engagements where both spouses agree on one appraiser, and inspections coordinated through counsel when the parties cannot be present together.

Condos, Co-ops and Multifamily Buildings

Hudson County's housing stock is unlike anywhere else in the state. According to Rutgers' Hudson County rental housing profile, 27% of the county's rental units are in buildings with 50 or more units (18% statewide), and only 6% are in single-family homes (20% statewide). More than half of Kearny's rental units are in two- to four-unit buildings. Jersey City, Union City and Bayonne also have large numbers of them.

The stock is also split between very old and very new. The same profile reports that 27% of rental units were built before 1940 (19% statewide) and 22% since 2000. Over 30% of rentals in Weehawken, Union City, Hoboken and Kearny are pre-1940. In Secaucus and Harrison, more than 40% were built in 2000 or later.

For condos, floor, view, exposure, parking and HOA fees can move value as much as square footage. For two- to four-family and mixed-use buildings, rental income and legal unit count drive value. We weigh the income approach alongside comparable sales and produce as-is and after-repair value (ARV) appraisals for investors and lenders.

Housing Stock We Appraise Across Hudson County

Downtown Jersey City and Hoboken

19th-century brownstones and row houses, many converted to condominiums, alongside mid-rise and high-rise waterfront condos.

Journal Square, the Heights and Greenville

condominium conversions, new mid-rises near transit, and frame one- to three-family homes.

Union City, West New York, Guttenberg and North Bergen

dense two- to four-family and walk-up buildings, with high-rise condos and co-ops along Boulevard East.

Weehawken

Boulevard East homes and newer waterfront condominiums.

Bayonne

one- to four-family frame homes, plus newer development near the waterfront and light rail.

Kearny, Harrison and East Newark

single-family and two-family homes in Kearny, and new transit-oriented rental and condo buildings in Harrison.

Secaucus

single-family neighborhoods, townhouse and condo communities, and commercial property.

Areas We Serve in Hudson County

We serve all 12 Hudson County municipalities:

Bayonne
East Newark
Guttenberg
Harrison
Hoboken
Jersey City
Kearny
North Bergen
Secaucus
Union City
Weehawken
West New York

Other Appraisal Services in Hudson County

Home appraisals for private sales, buyouts and pre-purchase decisions
Pre-listing appraisals to price a home or condo before it goes on the market
PMI removal appraisals
Bankruptcy appraisals and pre-foreclosure and short sale appraisals
Commercial and land appraisals
Portfolio and multi-property appraisals

Frequently Asked Questions – Hudson County Appraisals

Can you appraise a condo in a Jersey City or Hoboken high-rise?

Yes. High-rise and mid-rise condominiums are a large share of the Hudson County market. We compare units in the same or directly competing buildings, and adjust for floor level, view, exposure, parking, amenities and building-specific factors such as HOA fees and any PILOT or tax abatement.

What is the property tax appeal deadline in Hudson County?

April 1 in most Hudson County municipalities, per the Hudson County Board of Taxation. In a municipality that has completed a municipal-wide revaluation or reassessment, the deadline moves to May 1. Added and omitted assessment appeals are filed between October 1 and December 1.

My property is assessed over $1 million. Where do I appeal?

New Jersey allows owners of properties assessed above $1,000,000 to appeal either to the Hudson County Board of Taxation or directly to the Tax Court of New Jersey. The right venue depends on the property and the strength of the evidence, so it is worth discussing with a tax appeal attorney before filing.

Do you appraise brownstones and two- to four-family buildings in Hudson County?

Yes. Brownstones and row houses in downtown Jersey City and Hoboken, and two- to four-family buildings in Jersey City, Union City, Bayonne and Kearny, are some of the most common properties we appraise. For income properties we weigh the income approach alongside comparable sales and verify the legal unit count.

How long does a Hudson County appraisal take and what does it cost?

Most reports are delivered in 2 to 5 business days after the inspection. Typical fees range from $495 to $750 depending on property type, complexity and purpose. Court-ready, retrospective and multi-family assignments may be higher. You receive a firm quote before scheduling.

Request a Hudson County Appraisal

Call 908-517-3913, email [email protected], or request a quote online. Tell us the property address, the purpose of the appraisal and any deadline, whether that's a Tax Board hearing, a court date or an estate filing. We’ll confirm the fee and schedule before we begin.

Hudson County Real Estate Appraisal Services

Appraisal Services Across Hudson County

Accuracy

Integrity

Customer Service

Innovation

Professionalism

Make Informed Decisions with Hudson County Real Estate Appraisals

Accuracy

Integrity

Customer Service

Why Choose Us for Your Appraisal Needs?

Quality

Speed

Accuracy

Real Estate Appraisal Services in Hudson County, New Jersey

Appraisals for the Hudson County Board of Taxation

Estate and Date-of-Death Appraisals

Divorce Appraisals for Hudson County Family Court

Condos, Co-ops and Multifamily Buildings

Housing Stock We Appraise Across Hudson County

Downtown Jersey City and Hoboken

Journal Square, the Heights and Greenville

Union City, West New York, Guttenberg and North Bergen

Weehawken

Bayonne

Kearny, Harrison and East Newark

Secaucus

Areas We Serve in Hudson County

Other Appraisal Services in Hudson County

Frequently Asked Questions – Hudson County Appraisals

Request a Hudson County Appraisal

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