{"id":101955,"date":"2025-06-17T10:33:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T17:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=101955"},"modified":"2025-10-23T09:18:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T16:18:01","slug":"can-you-sell-house-for-more-than-appraisal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/can-you-sell-house-for-more-than-appraisal\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Above Appraisal Should You List Your House? Give Yourself Some Space for Negotiation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019ve just started the process of looking for a real estate agent to help sell your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16163\/WA\/Seattle\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home in Seattle, WA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or you\u2019re just a curious buyer, it can be a good idea to know how much above appraisal you should list your house for.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a property in an in-demand neighborhood with new upgrades, <strong>you could list and sell your house for 1%-3% above appraisal<\/strong>. However, this isn\u2019t a cut-and-dry rule. Pricing your property above appraisal requires some careful thought and could lead to complications if your buyer is taking out a loan, all of which will be explored in this Redfin article.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article:<\/span><br \/><a href=\"#h1\">What is an appraisal?<\/a><br \/><a href=\"#h2\">Should I get a pre-appraisal?<\/a><br \/><a href=\"#h3\">Keeping the terms straight<\/a><br \/><a href=\"#h4\">How to increase appraised value?<\/a><br \/><a href=\"#h5\">How to sell a home for more than the appraised value?<\/a><br \/><a href=\"#h6\">The bottom line: listing above appraisal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"89267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Exterior of home with red door\" class=\"wp-image-89267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Photo1-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is an appraisal?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An appraisal is a determination of the fair market value of a home. It\u2019s often ordered by the buyer\u2019s lender if they are financing the purchase. Appraisals are used by the lender to determine if the asking price is fair for the property and if they are willing to take on the risk of loaning the money to the buyer. The seller can also benefit from the appraisal, so they can know whether they are also getting a good deal or not.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-appraisal-tips-for-sellers\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">home appraisal<\/a> takes into account the entire picture of your property, from comparable homes and their sale prices to any special features your home has. Here\u2019s what can influence your appraisal:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparable homes nearby and their selling price<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local market conditions<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location and size of the home<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lot size<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lot topography<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home age and condition<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upgrades and improvements to the home<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home appliances&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>In a nutshell: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An appraisal is a determination of the fair market value of your home. Many factors can influence the appraisal amount, including comparable home selling prices, home appliances, and local market conditions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should I get a pre-appraisal?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/pre-listing-appraisal\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pre-appraisal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a good idea if you\u2019ve done a significant amount of home upgrades that will drive up your home value. For example, if you\u2019ve just <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-home-trends\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">added some value with new home features<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like stainless steel appliances, a renovated backyard, or granite countertops, your home could be worth more than it was previously appraised for. Another reason to get a pre-appraisal is if there are no comparable listings, also known as \u201ccomps\u201d, or if you\u2019re selling the property on your own without a real estate agent.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The condition of the market can also affect whether you should get a pre-appraisal. If it\u2019s an extreme seller&#8217;s market \u2013 meaning homes are tending to sell for more than what they\u2019re worth \u2013 then getting a pre-appraisal can help you know how to list your home. Ask your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/realtors-near-me\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redfin agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if a pre-appraisal would be a good idea for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Key takeaways: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get a pre-appraisal if you\u2019ve done significant home upgrades, there are no known comps, you\u2019re selling the property on your own, or it\u2019s an extreme seller&#8217;s market.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"101827\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how much above appraisal should I list my house?\" class=\"wp-image-101827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/shutterstock_1694178232.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h3\"><br \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the terms straight<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a lot of terms that get thrown around when it comes to home prices, and it can be hard to keep them all straight. Which do you listen to, and which do you use to inform how to price your property?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-assessed-value\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessed value<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The assessed value of your home is provided by a local tax assessor\u2019s office and is used to determine how much you owe in property taxes. This value is typically much lower than both the appraised value and the fair market price, so it\u2019s not a good idea to price your home based on this amount.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-appraised-value\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appraised value<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The appraised value is provided by a professional appraiser typically hired by the lender. This will take into account the entire property, including amenities, lot size, age of the house, and more. This is how much a professional appraiser believes your house is worth, given comparable properties and the local market.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fair-market-value\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fair market value<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fair market value is how much a buyer is willing to pay for your house. This is typically the most common way of pricing a home. Sometimes the fair market value can be higher than the appraised value if a buyer is particularly attached to the home or the location is seeing significant demand and low supply. To figure out the fair market value of your home, you can work with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/realtors-near-me\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redfin real estate agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to create a competitive market analysis&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>What to remember: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing your home at or above the fair market value is the most comprehensive pricing strategy. Work with a Redfin real estate agent to create a competitive market analysis.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h4\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to increase appraised value?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The easiest way to sell your home for more than the appraised value is to get a good appraisal. You may have already had an appraisal done or a pre-appraisal, but you can improve your appraised value through several simple improvements.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on curb appeal (clean and maintained yard, updated garage doors, new exterior paint, sealed cracks in the driveway)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep the inside of your house clean and tidy<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a fresh coat of paint on the inside<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repair any damaged siding or roof shingles<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Takeaways: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-increase-your-home-appraisal-value\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increase appraised value<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by focusing on curb appeal, repairing anything that needs fixing, keeping your house tidy, and adding a fresh coat of paint.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"85097\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"luxurious grey stone home in minnesota\" class=\"wp-image-85097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Jumbo-Loans-MN.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h5\"><br \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to sell a home for more than the appraised value?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from improving your appraised value to increase how much your house sells for, there are several ways to sell your home for more than the appraised value.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-watch-out-for-appraisal-contingencies-nbsp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch out for appraisal contingencies&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/appraisal-contingency-and-your-homebuying-journey\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appraisal contingency<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows the buyer to renegotiate or pull out of the deal if the home is appraised for less than the agreed-upon purchase price. Obviously, this would make it difficult to sell your home for more than the appraised value. However, if your property is in a neighborhood that is in significant demand, buyers can waive the appraisal contingency when making their offers. Pay attention to comps in your neighborhood and how much they\u2019ve sold for to determine if pricing above appraisal is a good idea for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-renegotiate-the-offer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renegotiate the offer<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appraisal comes back for less than the selling price and the buyer is taking out a loan, this is called an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-an-appraisal-gap\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">appraisal gap<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In this case, you can offer concessions to incentivize the buyer \u2013 things like paying for closing costs or making requested repairs can help the deal still close. However, it is still up to the buyer to make up the difference between the appraised price and the selling price. If your buyer agrees to certain concessions, has the cash to cover the difference, and is really in love with the property, the deal may still close at the selling price. Be prepared to renegotiate&nbsp; if the appraisal is significantly different from the selling price.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sell-to-an-all-cash\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sell to an all-cash<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In certain seller\u2019s markets, there are all-cash buyers who are willing to pay for a property in full. The benefit to the seller is that the buyer does not have to go to a lender to get a loan, meaning there\u2019s no risk of an appraisal gap. If the buyer wants the property badly enough and is willing to pay more than it\u2019s worth to be more competitive, you can sell your property for more than the appraised value.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Too long; didn\u2019t read: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appraisal contingencies allow the buyer to pull out or renegotiate the deal if the appraisal comes back below the selling price. If that happens, you can offer concessions like paying closing costs or covering the cost of repairs. Or, if the buyer wants the property enough, they can pay the appraisal gap \u2013 the difference between the appraised value and the selling price. Finally, you can sell for more than the appraised value by attracting an all-cash buyer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" data-id=\"101957\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Take some time to figure out how much above appraisal to list your house.\" class=\"wp-image-101957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-944x630.jpg 944w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1-449x300.jpg 449w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scott-graham-5fNmWej4tAA-unsplash-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bottom line: listing above appraisal<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When deciding how much above appraisal you should list your house, consider what market you are selling in. While listing your home above its appraised value can be a strategic move in a competitive market like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/oregon\/portland\/apartments_townhouses_condos_houses\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portland<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentguide.com\/apartments_townhomes_condos_houses\/California\/Los-Angeles\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where even rentals go for a high price, it requires careful evaluation of recent upgrades, neighborhood demand, and current buyer trends. By understanding the difference between appraisal, assessed value, and fair market value\u2014and working with an experienced Redfin agent\u2014you can price your home confidently and potentially attract offers that exceed your expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deciding on a listing price can be challenging for sellers, especially if you\u2019re looking to get as much money as possible. 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