Serving Cary, McHenry, Lake And Kane Counties

Home Appraisers Serving Lake County, IL

Trusted Residential Real Estate Appraisers Serving Homeowners, Attorneys, Lenders, and Real Estate Professionals Throughout Lake County Since 2001

Devine Appraisals Inc. provides independent residential real estate appraisal services throughout Lake County, IL. Based in nearby Cary, Illinois, our family-owned appraisal company has been serving Northern Illinois since 2001. We provide reliable valuation services for homeowners, attorneys, lenders, estate representatives, and real estate professionals with appraisal reports supported by verified market data, comparable sales analysis, and recognized appraisal methodology.


About Our Lake County Appraisal Services

For more than 25 years, Devine Appraisals Inc. has provided residential appraisal services throughout Lake County, one of the most active and diverse real estate markets in the Chicago metropolitan area. From luxury lakefront homes along Lake Michigan and established suburban neighborhoods to condominiums, townhomes, rural properties, and vacant residential land, Lake County offers a wide variety of residential property types.

Because housing styles, neighborhood characteristics, school districts, and market demand vary significantly throughout the county, property values can differ greatly even between nearby communities. Our appraisers understand these local market dynamics and develop well-supported valuation reports based on current market conditions, verified comparable sales, and careful property analysis.

Every appraisal assignment is completed with thorough research, professional inspection, and a commitment to providing an accurate, credible, and unbiased opinion of value.

Local Knowledge Makes a Difference

Lake County contains some of Northern Illinois’ most diverse residential markets. From waterfront homes in Lake Forest and Highland Park to growing communities such as Vernon Hills and Libertyville, established neighborhoods in Waukegan, Gurnee, and Grayslake, and rural properties in western Lake County, every market has unique factors that influence value.

Accurate appraisal reports require more than simply reviewing recent sales. Neighborhood appeal, school districts, transportation access, property condition, lot size, waterfront influence, and current buyer demand all play important roles in determining market value. Our familiarity with Lake County allows us to select the most appropriate comparable sales and provide appraisal reports that accurately reflect local market conditions.

Why Homeowners Choose Devine Appraisals

  • Family-owned and locally operated since 2001
  • Conveniently located in Cary, serving all of Lake County
  • Team of experienced residential real estate appraisers
  • FHA-approved appraisers experienced with lender assignments
  • Owner is a VA-approved panel appraiser
  • Independent, unbiased valuation reports
  • Extensive experience throughout Lake County and Northern Illinois
  • Prompt communication and dependable turnaround times
  • Residential, estate, probate, divorce, PMI removal, tax appeal, investment, and vacant land appraisals

Property Types We Appraise in Lake County

  • Single-family homes
  • Luxury homes
  • Lakefront and waterfront properties
  • Condominiums
  • Townhomes
  • New construction homes
  • Rural homes
  • Homes with acreage
  • Investment properties
  • Vacant residential land
  • Estate and probate properties
  • Divorce-related appraisal assignments
  • PMI removal and property tax appeal appraisals

Whether your property is located in an established neighborhood, a newer subdivision, or a unique waterfront setting, we provide well-supported valuations based on current market evidence.

When You May Need a Home Appraisal

  • Buying or selling a home
  • Estate settlement and probate
  • Divorce proceedings
  • PMI removal
  • Property tax appeals
  • Pre-listing pricing decisions
  • Investment property analysis
  • Vacant land valuation
  • Financial planning and asset division
  • Mortgage lending and refinancing

Every appraisal report is developed to provide a clear, objective opinion of value supported by professional analysis and verified market data.

Why an Independent Appraisal Matters

An independent appraisal provides an unbiased opinion of value prepared by a licensed residential appraiser using verified market data, careful property inspection, and accepted appraisal practices. Unlike automated valuation models or online estimates, a professional appraisal considers the property’s unique characteristics, condition, location, and current market activity. Whether you’re making financial, legal, or real estate decisions, an independent appraisal provides credible information you can rely on.


Communities We Serve in Lake County

We serve the entire county. If your community is not listed, please contact us to confirm service availability.

Location Antioch
Location Bannockburn
Location Barrington
Location Beach Park
Location Buffalo Grove
Location Deer Park
Location Deerfield
Location Fox Lake
Location Grayslake
Location Green Oaks
Location Gurnee
Location Hawthorn Woods
Location Highland Park
Location Highwood
Location Hainesville
Location Indian Creek
Location Island Lake
Location Kildeer
Location Lake Barrington
Location Lake Bluff
Location Lake Forest
Location Lake Villa
Location Libertyville
Location Lincolnshire
Location Lindenhurst
Location Long Grove
Location Mettawa
Location Mundelein
Location North Barrington
Location Old Mill Creek
Location Park City
Location Riverwoods
Location Round Lake
Location Round Lake Beach
Location Round Lake Heights
Location Round Lake Park
Location Third Lake
Location Vernon Hills
Location Volo
Location Wadsworth
Location Wauconda
Location Waukegan
Location Wheeling
Location Winthrop Harbor
Location Zion

Frequently Asked Questions

Most residential appraisal reports are completed within a few business days following the property inspection, depending on the property’s size, complexity, and intended use.

Yes. We regularly appraise luxury residences, waterfront homes, condominiums, suburban neighborhoods, rural properties, and vacant residential land throughout Lake County.

Yes. We provide independent appraisal reports for estate settlement, probate, divorce proceedings, PMI removal, tax appeals, and many other lending and non-lending purposes.

Yes. Devine Appraisals Inc. provides residential appraisal services throughout all of Lake County and surrounding Northern Illinois communities.