Quick Answer: If two condominium units are used together as one residence, explain that arrangement before requesting an appraisal. The physical layout, recorded ownership and association documents may answer different questions. Do not assume that removing a wall automatically changed the legal unit structure or created one marketable asset.
Last updated: October 27, 2026
Identify the recorded units
Gather the unit identifiers and relevant recorded documents. Explain whether the owners hold one unit, two units or another documented arrangement.
A mailing address may not fully describe the interest being valued. Ask your attorney or title professional to clarify uncertain legal descriptions rather than asking the appraiser to infer ownership from the floor plan.
Document the physical changes
Provide available plans, permits and association records about the combination. Identify when the work occurred and whether the property has changed since the documents were created.
A present layout does not prove that every approval was obtained. State what is verified and what remains unknown.
Define the valuation question
Tell the appraiser whether the request concerns the combined use, separately identified interests or another specific question. The assignment needs to identify what is being valued.
Do not add two automated estimates together and assume the sum represents the combined property's value. Equally, do not assume separate values can be extracted from a report that addresses a different property interest.
Coordinate with the recipient
A lender, estate adviser or divorce attorney may have different reporting needs. Obtain written instructions before ordering.
For a mortgage matter, legal-unit and project questions may require separate lender review. A private appraisal cannot guarantee that the arrangement meets financing requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does physical combination create one legal unit?
Do not assume so. Have the recorded documents reviewed by the appropriate professional.
Can the appraiser value either arrangement?
Discuss competence, available information and the requested scope before the assignment is accepted.
Is the combined value simply the sum of two units?
No automatic calculation should be assumed.
Contact Aladdin Appraisal with the condominium documents and intended use to discuss residential assignment fit in Greater Boston or Eastern Massachusetts. Resolve legal-status questions with your adviser.
