Quick answer: Vanguard Realty Advisors is an MAI-led commercial appraisal firm that has completed more than 120 Fresno-area appraisal and appraisal review assignments since 2011. Matthew Reynolds, MAI leads our Fresno-area work. Most commercial appraisals cost $3,000–$4,000 and are delivered in 2–3 weeks. Call (800) 511-4130 or request a free quote.
Looking for a commercial appraiser near you in Fresno? Vanguard Realty Advisors has completed more than 120 commercial appraisal assignments across Fresno, Madera, Kings and Merced counties since 2011, from large industrial buildings in Sanger, Fowler and Reedley to retail centers in Fresno and Clovis. Fresno assignments are led by Matthew Reynolds, MAI, and every report is signed by a state-certified general appraiser.
We appraise commercial property throughout the central San Joaquin Valley, including Fresno, Clovis, Sanger, Reedley, Selma, Kingsburg, Fowler, Kerman, Coalinga and Mendota in Fresno County; Madera, Chowchilla and Oakhurst in Madera County; Hanford and Lemoore in Kings County; and Merced, Los Banos, Atwater and Dos Palos in Merced County. For Tulare County, see our Visalia / Porterville page; for the rest of the valley, see our Central Valley page.
At a Glance
- Firm founded
- 2011 · 11,500+ appraisals company-wide
- Fresno-area assignments since 2011
- 120+
- Counties served
- Fresno, Madera, Kings, Merced
- Most common property types
- Retail, industrial, office, land, apartments
- Typical fee
- $3,000 to $4,000 for most properties
- Typical turnaround
- 2–3 weeks; rush available
- Reports signed by
- MAI, state-certified general appraisers
- Lead appraiser
- Matthew Reynolds, MAI
- Phone
- (800) 511-4130
Your Fresno Appraiser
Matthew Reynolds, MAI – Co-Founder and Principal, Vanguard Realty Advisors
Designated Member (MAI), Appraisal Institute · California Certified General Real Estate Appraiser · License No. AG041942
Appraising commercial real estate since 2003 · Co-founded Vanguard in 2011
Matt has led most of our Fresno-area work, including large industrial buildings in Sanger, Fowler and Reedley, retail centers in Fresno and Clovis, and industrial land and storage yards in Madera.
Notable Fresno-Area Commercial Appraisal Assignments
A sample of recent Fresno-area appraisals. Addresses and clients are kept confidential.
| Property | Size | City |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial property | 283,140 SF on 6.5 ac | Kettleman City |
| Industrial property | 86,000 SF on 2.4 ac | Sanger |
| Industrial property | 74,768 SF on 4.9 ac | Fowler |
| Industrial property | 69,778 SF on 4.4 ac | Reedley |
| Retail property | 52,144 SF on 4.6 ac | Fresno |
| Retail property | 38,333 SF on 4.4 ac | Clovis |
| Apartment complex | 33,480 SF on 1.8 ac | Sanger |
| Office property | 23,700 SF on 1.7 ac | Fresno |
| Industrial land | 19.1 ac | Madera |
| Industrial building | 19,800 SF on 1.4 ac | Fresno |
| Collision repair building | 13,944 SF | Fresno |
| Self-storage facility | 11,912 SF on 1.3 ac | Oakhurst |
| Industrial storage yard | 5.8 ac | Madera |
| Mixed-use property | 8,000 SF | Le Grand |
| Office building | 4,960 SF | Merced |
What to Expect
- Request a quote. Send the address, property type and purpose. We reply with a firm fee and delivery date.
- Engagement letter. You sign the letter and send rent rolls, leases and operating statements if the property is income-producing.
- Site inspection. An appraiser inspects the property inside and out.
- Report delivered on the agreed date, typically 2–3 weeks from engagement. Rush delivery in a week or less is available for an added fee.
Date-of-Death Appraisals in Fresno
When a property owner passes away, executors, trustees and their attorneys usually need a retrospective appraisal of the commercial property as of the date of death. It establishes the heirs’ stepped-up cost basis, supports IRS filings such as Form 706, and gives the family a defensible value for dividing, selling or buying out the property. We prepare IRS-qualified, MAI-signed date-of-death appraisals of commercial property and land throughout Fresno and the surrounding San Joaquin Valley.
Read our date of death appraisal guide for deadlines, IRS rules and typical costs, or see our date-of-death appraisal services.
Fresno Commercial Appraisal FAQ
How much does a commercial appraisal cost in Fresno?
Most Fresno-area commercial appraisals we complete cost $3,000 to $4,000. Larger, multi-tenant or special-purpose properties can cost more. We give a firm quote before we start.
How long does a commercial appraisal take?
Most reports are delivered in 2–3 weeks from engagement. Rush delivery is available when a loan or court deadline requires it.
How do I find a commercial appraiser near me in Fresno?
Look for an MAI-designated, state-certified general appraiser with experience in your property type. Request a free quote or call (800) 511-4130, and we will tell you who will handle your assignment.
Who signs the appraisal report?
Every report is signed by a state-certified general appraiser. Fresno assignments are led by Matthew Reynolds, MAI.
What types of commercial property do you appraise in the Fresno area?
Mostly retail and industrial, plus office, land, apartments and special-purpose property such as self-storage, automotive service buildings and churches. Our largest local assignments have been industrial buildings of 70,000 SF and more in Sanger, Fowler, Reedley and Kettleman City.
Do you prepare appraisals for SBA and bank loans?
Yes. We prepare appraisals for SBA and conventional commercial loans that meet lender and USPAP requirements.
Can you appraise a property as of a past date?
Yes. We complete retrospective appraisals for estates, trusts, divorce and tax matters, valued as of the date that matters, such as a date of death.
Do you appraise property for Fresno County tax appeals?
Yes. We prepare appraisals to support property tax assessment appeals in Fresno County and the surrounding counties.
Contact: Matthew Reynolds, MAI | mreynolds@vracommercial.com | (800) 511-4130