{"id":10275,"date":"2026-05-11T04:19:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T11:19:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=10275"},"modified":"2026-05-11T20:15:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T03:15:33","slug":"will-my-house-appraise-for-selling-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/will-my-house-appraise-for-selling-price\/","title":{"rendered":"Will My House Appraise for Its Selling Price? 10 Tips to Avoid a Low Valuation"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re selling a home in the current shifting housing market, you may be wondering, \u201cWill my house appraise for the selling price?\u201d In today\u2019s market, with elevated home prices and high interest rates, over half of homes<\/a> are appraised for more than their sale price.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s according to an analysis by Corporate Settlement Solutions (CSS), which looked at home sales in 19 states and the District of Columbia during the second half of 2024. In the first half of 2024, only 8.4%<\/a> of sold properties had a contract price above the appraised value.<\/p>\n

The odds of an appraisal coming in low are just that \u2014 relatively low. To quash any worries, we\u2019ll take a closer look at the appraisal process, the factors that can lead to a low valuation, and expert tips to prevent this from happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Trends and changing market conditions<\/h2>\n

The National Association of Realtors\u00ae (NAR) March 2026 Realtors Confidence Index survey reveals that 18% of homes<\/a> sold above list price. According to the NAR\u2019s 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report<\/a>, 10% of Younger Millennial sellers sold for 101% to 110% of list price, and 11% sold for more than 110% of list price.<\/p>\n

Although inventory is increasing, housing availability remains a market constraint. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said, \u201cThe median home price rose to a new record high<\/a> for the month of March [2026]. That price growth has helped the typical homeowner accumulate $128,100 in housing wealth over the past six years.\u201d<\/p>\n

In a slower market, homes frequently appraise for more than the sale price, which is what we\u2019re seeing play out now. Although inventory is improving, the market remains in favor of sellers, making comparable sales<\/a> (or comps) harder to come by. Additionally, the rapid appreciation of home prices has made accurate valuations more challenging.<\/p>\n

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When does a home appraisal happen, and why?<\/h2>\n

Whenever a buyer is financing the purchase of a home or refinancing<\/a> a mortgage, an appraisal of the property is typically required to assure the lender that the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio<\/a> meets their underwriting guidelines. This is according to the Appraisal Institute<\/a>, the nation\u2019s largest professional association of real estate appraisers.<\/p>\n

Lenders want assurance that the buyer isn\u2019t over-borrowing since the home serves as collateral for the mortgage. If the borrower defaults on the mortgage, the lender wants protection against lending more than it might be able to recover.<\/p>\n

The appraisal process involves an impartial qualified appraiser<\/a> who is licensed or certified. The appraiser collects information and data<\/a> in order to determine the property\u2019s value.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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