Aspen Appraisal Services
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I’m a State Certified Residential Real Property Appraiser in Northeast Ohio. I’ve been appraising residential real property since 1998.
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Homeowner Starter Guide: Maintenance Made Simple
Hi there! I hope you're doing well and having a nice week with a little downtime. While you're chilling from a long weekend of fun and family, here is a…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/30/homeowner-starter-guide-maintenance-made-simple/
Hi there! I hope you're doing well and having a nice week with a little downtime. While you're chilling from a long weekend of fun and family, here is a…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/30/homeowner-starter-guide-maintenance-made-simple/
November 30, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Homeowner Starter Guide: Maintenance Made Simple
Hi there! I hope you're doing well and having a nice week with a little downtime. While you're chilling from a long weekend of fun and family, here is a…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/30/homeowner-starter-guide-maintenance-made-simple/
Hi there! I hope you're doing well and having a nice week with a little downtime. While you're chilling from a long weekend of fun and family, here is a…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/30/homeowner-starter-guide-maintenance-made-simple/
Have you seen how a 3D home is made? In this article, I discuss how 3D homes work and whether we will see them anytime soon in Northeast Ohio.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/21/title-can-you-print-me-a-bungalow-a-look-at-3d-printed-homes-and-what-they-mean-for-value/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/21/title-can-you-print-me-a-bungalow-a-look-at-3d-printed-homes-and-what-they-mean-for-value/
November 22, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Have you seen how a 3D home is made? In this article, I discuss how 3D homes work and whether we will see them anytime soon in Northeast Ohio.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/21/title-can-you-print-me-a-bungalow-a-look-at-3d-printed-homes-and-what-they-mean-for-value/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/11/21/title-can-you-print-me-a-bungalow-a-look-at-3d-printed-homes-and-what-they-mean-for-value/
Single-family homes in Cuyahoga County are selling for 5% higher in September than in September of 2024. Last month, single-family homes were selling in 23 days on average.
October 26, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Single-family homes in Cuyahoga County are selling for 5% higher in September than in September of 2024. Last month, single-family homes were selling in 23 days on average.
Cape Cod vs. Bungalow: A Tale of Two Architectural Styles
In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value…
In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value…
Cape Cod vs. Bungalow: A Tale of Two Architectural Styles
In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value between the two home styles. Though both styles prioritize charm and practicality, there are some interesting differences that, in the past, catered to different lifestyles and climates.
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October 26, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Cape Cod vs. Bungalow: A Tale of Two Architectural Styles
In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value…
In Northeast Ohio, there are many Cape Cod and bungalow-style homes. Honestly, they are so similar in many ways that one often gets confused with the other. I know I've confused the two myself. Honestly, I've not seen a distinction in value…
It’s Brecksille shredding day! 14 boxed of appraisal files from 2011-2013 and two boxes from our old title company brought down from our attic with the help of our son. Only 10 boxes to go! I think I will leave them until next year.🤣 I’m happy I went paperless at the end of 2013!
September 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It’s Brecksille shredding day! 14 boxed of appraisal files from 2011-2013 and two boxes from our old title company brought down from our attic with the help of our son. Only 10 boxes to go! I think I will leave them until next year.🤣 I’m happy I went paperless at the end of 2013!
The median sales price of single-family homes in Cuyahoga is 15% higher than July 2024! The total number of pending sales is 11% less than in July of 2024. Both stats are significant! Low inventory is still driving prices up! Single-family homes are selling in 15 days on average.
August 11, 2025 at 12:09 PM
The median sales price of single-family homes in Cuyahoga is 15% higher than July 2024! The total number of pending sales is 11% less than in July of 2024. Both stats are significant! Low inventory is still driving prices up! Single-family homes are selling in 15 days on average.
What are Cupolas and how do they work? Are they just for decoration, or do they serve a functional purpose? I answer these questions in this article. I hope you enjoy it!
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/08/09/whats-that-box-on-the-roof-the-cupola-and-its-cooling-comeback/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/08/09/whats-that-box-on-the-roof-the-cupola-and-its-cooling-comeback/
August 10, 2025 at 2:04 AM
What are Cupolas and how do they work? Are they just for decoration, or do they serve a functional purpose? I answer these questions in this article. I hope you enjoy it!
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/08/09/whats-that-box-on-the-roof-the-cupola-and-its-cooling-comeback/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/08/09/whats-that-box-on-the-roof-the-cupola-and-its-cooling-comeback/
July 23, 2025 at 9:27 PM
How are median 2-4 family sales prices holding up in Cuyahoga County? The median sales price has increased by 11% over last year. Interestingly, they are at the same level they were in 2021. Multi-family properties are not on fire, but they are holding up under pressure so far. #cuyahoga#income
July 21, 2025 at 1:53 AM
How are median 2-4 family sales prices holding up in Cuyahoga County? The median sales price has increased by 11% over last year. Interestingly, they are at the same level they were in 2021. Multi-family properties are not on fire, but they are holding up under pressure so far. #cuyahoga#income
In June on average, homes sold within 17 days of their being listed and most sold at 100% of their list price!
July 18, 2025 at 11:08 AM
In June on average, homes sold within 17 days of their being listed and most sold at 100% of their list price!
We have continued historically low pending sales and active listings that are increasing, which is leading to 40% more single-family inventory YOY.
July 16, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We have continued historically low pending sales and active listings that are increasing, which is leading to 40% more single-family inventory YOY.
Home prices continue to surge with a 7% annual YOY increase in the median single-family sales price in Cuyahoga County
July 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Home prices continue to surge with a 7% annual YOY increase in the median single-family sales price in Cuyahoga County
Exposure Time vs. Marketing Time: Why the Clock Matters in Appraisals
If you've read through an appraisal report, you probably saw the appraiser's estimated exposure time for the…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/07/12/exposure-time-vs-marketing-time-why-the-clock-matters-in-appraisals/
If you've read through an appraisal report, you probably saw the appraiser's estimated exposure time for the…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/07/12/exposure-time-vs-marketing-time-why-the-clock-matters-in-appraisals/
July 13, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Exposure Time vs. Marketing Time: Why the Clock Matters in Appraisals
If you've read through an appraisal report, you probably saw the appraiser's estimated exposure time for the…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/07/12/exposure-time-vs-marketing-time-why-the-clock-matters-in-appraisals/
If you've read through an appraisal report, you probably saw the appraiser's estimated exposure time for the…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/07/12/exposure-time-vs-marketing-time-why-the-clock-matters-in-appraisals/
An appraisal is a licensed or certified appraiser's opinion of the value of a property. Since it's just their opinion, what makes it accurate? Can two different opinions be accurate? What…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/24/how-can-an-appraisal-be-accurate-if-its-just-an-opinion/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/24/how-can-an-appraisal-be-accurate-if-its-just-an-opinion/
June 24, 2025 at 11:11 AM
An appraisal is a licensed or certified appraiser's opinion of the value of a property. Since it's just their opinion, what makes it accurate? Can two different opinions be accurate? What…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/24/how-can-an-appraisal-be-accurate-if-its-just-an-opinion/
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/24/how-can-an-appraisal-be-accurate-if-its-just-an-opinion/
Tips for Upsizing Your Home for a Thriving Home-Based Business
Do you work from home? Are you planning on working from home in the future? This article offers tips for upsizing your home for your home-based needs.
Do you work from home? Are you planning on working from home in the future? This article offers tips for upsizing your home for your home-based needs.
Tips for Upsizing Your Home for a Thriving Home-Based Business
Do you work from home? Are you planning on working from home in the future? This article offers tips for upsizing your home for your home-based needs.
clevelandappraisalblog.com
June 15, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Tips for Upsizing Your Home for a Thriving Home-Based Business
Do you work from home? Are you planning on working from home in the future? This article offers tips for upsizing your home for your home-based needs.
Do you work from home? Are you planning on working from home in the future? This article offers tips for upsizing your home for your home-based needs.
Last month there were two months of single-family inventory in Cuyahoga County. That’s an increase of a half a month from last year. However, this is still a shortage. On average, it’s taking 16 days to sell a property, which is three days longer than last year. There is still high demand!
June 12, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Last month there were two months of single-family inventory in Cuyahoga County. That’s an increase of a half a month from last year. However, this is still a shortage. On average, it’s taking 16 days to sell a property, which is three days longer than last year. There is still high demand!
Last month there were two months of single-family inventory in Cuyahoga County. That’s an increase of a half a month from last year. However, this is still a shortage. On average, it’s taking 16 days to sell a property, which is three days longer than last year. There is still high demand!
June 12, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Last month there were two months of single-family inventory in Cuyahoga County. That’s an increase of a half a month from last year. However, this is still a shortage. On average, it’s taking 16 days to sell a property, which is three days longer than last year. There is still high demand!
Appraisals 101: Tips for First-Time Cleveland Home Buyers
Are you looking to buy your first home? There are some things to consider, including the appraisal. I talk about it in this article.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/10/appraisals-101-tips-for-first-time-cleveland-home-buyers/
Are you looking to buy your first home? There are some things to consider, including the appraisal. I talk about it in this article.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/10/appraisals-101-tips-for-first-time-cleveland-home-buyers/
June 11, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Appraisals 101: Tips for First-Time Cleveland Home Buyers
Are you looking to buy your first home? There are some things to consider, including the appraisal. I talk about it in this article.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/10/appraisals-101-tips-for-first-time-cleveland-home-buyers/
Are you looking to buy your first home? There are some things to consider, including the appraisal. I talk about it in this article.
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/06/10/appraisals-101-tips-for-first-time-cleveland-home-buyers/
The median single-family sales price in Cuyahoga County for last month was $240,000, representing a 5% increase from the same period the previous year. Prices continue to climb. While sales prices are climbing, pending sales continue to decline. Last month, there were 12% fewer pending sales YOY.
June 10, 2025 at 2:22 AM
The median single-family sales price in Cuyahoga County for last month was $240,000, representing a 5% increase from the same period the previous year. Prices continue to climb. While sales prices are climbing, pending sales continue to decline. Last month, there were 12% fewer pending sales YOY.
Do you have questions about real estate or real estate appraising? Are you looking for housing stats in Northeast Ohio? Check out my blog! You might find something interesting!
May 26, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Do you have questions about real estate or real estate appraising? Are you looking for housing stats in Northeast Ohio? Check out my blog! You might find something interesting!
Boomerang Effect: Return Migration in Cleveland and its Impact on the Housing Market
Cleveland experiences notable "boomerang migration," with 32% of former residents…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/05/23/boomerang-effect-return-migration-in-cleveland-and-its-impact-on-the-housing-market/
Cleveland experiences notable "boomerang migration," with 32% of former residents…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/05/23/boomerang-effect-return-migration-in-cleveland-and-its-impact-on-the-housing-market/
May 24, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Boomerang Effect: Return Migration in Cleveland and its Impact on the Housing Market
Cleveland experiences notable "boomerang migration," with 32% of former residents…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/05/23/boomerang-effect-return-migration-in-cleveland-and-its-impact-on-the-housing-market/
Cleveland experiences notable "boomerang migration," with 32% of former residents…
https://clevelandappraisalblog.com/2025/05/23/boomerang-effect-return-migration-in-cleveland-and-its-impact-on-the-housing-market/
The median sales price for single-family homes in Cuyahoga county were 10% higher last month than in April of 2024. How high will prices go? Nobody knows! #jamieowen#realestateappraiser#aspenappraisalsercixes#clevelandappraisalblog
May 16, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The median sales price for single-family homes in Cuyahoga county were 10% higher last month than in April of 2024. How high will prices go? Nobody knows! #jamieowen#realestateappraiser#aspenappraisalsercixes#clevelandappraisalblog
Pending sales are heading in the wrong direction! Last month we had 15% fewer pending sales than in April of 2024. Prices remain high and sales volume low.
May 14, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Pending sales are heading in the wrong direction! Last month we had 15% fewer pending sales than in April of 2024. Prices remain high and sales volume low.
Gut Check: What Probiotics and Real Estate Appraisals Have in Common
Have you ever thought about real estate appraisals being a "gut check" for the market? How so? I discuss it in this post!
Have you ever thought about real estate appraisals being a "gut check" for the market? How so? I discuss it in this post!
Gut Check: What Probiotics and Real Estate Appraisals Have in Common
Have you ever thought about real estate appraisals being a "gut check" for the market? How so? I discuss it in this post!
clevelandappraisalblog.com
May 12, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Gut Check: What Probiotics and Real Estate Appraisals Have in Common
Have you ever thought about real estate appraisals being a "gut check" for the market? How so? I discuss it in this post!
Have you ever thought about real estate appraisals being a "gut check" for the market? How so? I discuss it in this post!
Here are a few March 2025 housing stats from Cuyahoga County. Inventory levels are increasing while sold properties are decreasing. Inventory levels are creeping up. #realestateappraiser #clevelandappraisalblog #aspenappraisalservices #Appraiser #jamieowen #realpropertyappraiser #March2025
May 4, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Here are a few March 2025 housing stats from Cuyahoga County. Inventory levels are increasing while sold properties are decreasing. Inventory levels are creeping up. #realestateappraiser #clevelandappraisalblog #aspenappraisalservices #Appraiser #jamieowen #realpropertyappraiser #March2025