Residential Appraisals

Professional Residential Real Estate Appraisals

Mantis Valuation Advisors provides accurate, defensible residential appraisals for a wide range of purposes. Every report is completed by Michael Petrone, State-certified general real estate appraiser RZ3609, and delivered with clarity and precision.

Trust.

Integrity.

Precision.

Expertise.

We Provide Residential Appraisals For:

From purchases and refinances to estate planning, divorce, and investment analysis — Mantis Valuation Advisors delivers accurate, USPAP-compliant residential appraisals for every need.

Sarasota single-family home for residential appraisal

Purchases & Refinancing

Lender-ordered appraisals for home purchases, mortgage refinancing, and VA & FHA loans, plus pre-listing valuations ordered directly by homeowners.

Estate, Tax & Legal

Estate planning, trust administration, date-of-death, retrospective, divorce, bankruptcy, and probate appraisals.

Southwest Florida residential property exterior

Investment & Specialty

Investment property analysis, FEMA 50% Rule, PMI removal (when your loan servicer accepts an independent appraisal — many order their own through the lender), and pre-listing valuations for Sarasota area properties.

Property Types

Property Types We Appraise

Single-Family Residences

Single-family homes of all sizes and price ranges throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties.

Condominiums & Townhomes

Condo and townhome appraisals for purchases, refinancing, estate planning, and legal purposes.

Waterfront & Luxury Homes

Specialized valuations for Gulf-front, bay-front, and high-value luxury properties requiring expert analysis.

New Construction & Vacant Land

Appraisals for new construction, 2-4 unit income properties, and vacant residential land.

Client Success Story

Trusted by Clients Across Southwest Florida

"I was referred to Mike by another appraiser to handle the valuation for my divorce case, and I'm so glad I was. He was professional, easy to work with, and delivered the report faster than I expected. The appraisal itself was extremely well supported — every part of it was backed by clear market data and solid reasoning. Both attorneys commented on how strong the report was, and the other party had nothing they could challenge. It made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. I couldn't recommend Mike more."

— Karen S. · Private Client — Divorce Valuation

Ready to Work With a Trusted Appraiser?

Call 941-315-2727 or submit a request online. We respond to all inquiries within 1 business day.

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Mantis Valuation Advisors provides accurate, USPAP-compliant residential and commercial real estate appraisals throughout Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties. Trusted by lenders, attorneys, CPAs, investors, and private clients.