Chicago
Commercial Appraisals
State Certified Real Estate Appraisers delivering precise, defensible commercial valuations across the Chicago area.
Trusted Commercial Appraisers
Serving Chicago
Collateral Valuation Services is a premier commercial real estate valuation firm serving the entire Chicago market. With deep expertise across the region's diverse commercial landscape, we deliver precise, well-researched appraisals our clients can trust.
When accuracy matters, local knowledge is everything. Our experienced appraisers combine firsthand familiarity with Chicago's local markets and sophisticated analytical methods to provide accurate valuations across all commercial property types—from office buildings and industrial facilities to retail centers, multifamily properties, hotels, and mixed-use developments.
We serve property owners, lenders, investors, attorneys, and financial professionals, providing valuations for financing, investment decisions, tax purposes, portfolio analysis, and estate planning. We can perform due diligence, analysis, and valuation work on any commercial property type, with the resources and expertise to handle any valuation need—backed by rigorous standards and quick turnaround times.
At Collateral Valuation Services, we understand that accurate property valuation is fundamental to sound real estate decisions. Let our Chicago-based expertise guide your next transaction or investment.
Valuation Services We Provide
Estate & Trust Appraisals
Reliable appraisals for estate planning, probate, and date of death valuations.
Learn MorePre-Listing Appraisals
Accurate valuations to help you determine the optimal asking price before your property enters the market.
Learn MorePurchase or Sale Appraisals
Independent valuations for informed buying or selling decisions for commercial properties.
Learn MoreTax Appeal Appraisals
Professional appraisals to support commercial property tax reduction and assessment appeals.
Learn MoreMortgage Lending
Accurate appraisals for conventional lending, hard money, and portfolio valuations.
Learn MoreLegal & Dispute Appraisals
Expert appraisals for divorce, bankruptcy, foreclosure, IRS matters, and partnership dissolution.
Learn MoreComplete List of Valuation Services
- Absorption Analysis
- Buying / Selling
- Condemnation
- Date of Death
- Financial Planning
- Hard Money
- Market Rent Studies
- Mortgage Lending
- Partnership Dissolution
- Portfolio Valuations
- Retrospective Appraisals
- Troubled Asset Support
- Appraisal Reviews
- Capitalization Rate Studies
- Insurable Value
- Eminent Domain
- Highest & Best Use Analysis
- IRS Appraisals
- Market Research
- New Construction
- Pre-Listing Appraisals
- Prospective Appraisals
- Step-Up Basis
- Trust
- Bankruptcy
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Divorce
- Estate & Trust Planning
- Gifts
- Legal & Dispute Appraisals
- Market Studies
- Owner's Values
- Private Lending
- Replacement Value
- Tax Appeals
- Value in Use
We service the following Property Types
Our Certified appraisers have extensive experience across a diverse range of commercial properties in Chicago.
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312-262-7949- Accurate, unbiased opinion of value
- Confident decisions backed by real data
- Professionally defensible reports
- Fast turnaround times — never left waiting
- Local expertise from a true market specialist
- Direct access to your appraiser from start to finish
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Ronald R. Dooman, MAI, AI-GRS, CFA
Principal Appraiser
Ronald R. Dooman is an accomplished real estate valuation professional with roughly two decades of specialized experience in commercial and healthcare property appraisals, appraisal reviews, market analysis, and financial reporting valuations.
He holds the MAI and AI-GRS designations from the Appraisal Institute and is a CFA charterholder. Mr. Dooman combines rigorous analytical expertise with deep knowledge of USPAP, FIRREA, and ASC/IFRS standards, and has a proven ability to deliver accurate, defensible reports for lending, acquisition, tax, estate, and portfolio management purposes.
His career includes leading valuation efforts for major financial institutions and completing hundreds of market value assignments across diverse asset classes, including multifamily, industrial, net lease, medical and professional office, self-storage, seniors housing, and healthcare. He is skilled in Argus, CoStar, financial modeling, cash flow projections, highest-and-best-use analysis, and due diligence for both proposed developments and stabilized assets. His background uniquely blends hands-on appraisal production, third-party review, and leadership of valuation functions for large-scale financings and portfolios.
As a Principal at Collateral Valuation Services, Mr. Dooman focuses on business development, mentoring and developing appraiser talent, and driving high-quality valuation and tax-related services. He excels at translating complex market data into clear, actionable reports while fostering strategic partnerships with lenders, owners, investors, and tax authorities.
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312-262-794920+ Years Experience
Highly skilled local appraisers
All Property Types
Office, retail, industrial, multifamily & more
Trusted Advisors
Serving owners, investors, attorneys & institutions
Precise & Defensible
Rigorous methodology, every assignment
What Our Clients Say
"We needed an appraisal for a personal matter, and the process was handled professionally from start to finish. Scheduling was easy, the appointment was on time, and the report was completed quickly. Everything was straightforward, clear, and efficient. Highly recommend Collateral Valuation Services."
"Choudhry appraised our property in Cook County and we couldn't be happier with the experience. He took the time to explain the process and was incredibly thorough during the inspection. The final report was detailed and well-supported. Will absolutely use him again."
"We used Collateral Valuation Services for a pre-listing appraisal and it was the best decision we made before putting our property on the market. The appraisal report gave us the confidence to price correctly and we sold within two weeks. Professional service all around."
"Needed an appraisal for a trust and Choudhry made the whole process painless. He was responsive to every email and phone call, and the final report was accepted by all parties without question. I'm very grateful for his professionalism."
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