Why Two Valuers Might Give You Two Different Figures

If you’re thinking about selling your home, it’s common to invite more than one estate agent or professional to carry out a valuation. You might expect the figures to be identical, but in reality, they often differ.

The good news is that this doesn’t mean that one valuation is ‘right’ and the other is ‘wrong’. Property valuation is not an exact science; it’s an informed professional judgement based on a combination of data, experience, and market knowledge.

Here’s why two valuers might give you two different figures and how to use those valuations to make the best decision for your property sale.

Why Valuations Can Vary

When you get a valuation from a local estate agent, several factors can influence the valuer’s opinion:

• Experience and Local Knowledge – Two agents may have different insights into recent sales or buyer demand in your street or neighbourhood. An agent who has recently sold a similar property nearby may factor that into their figure, whereas an established agent will likely look at the overall picture of the property market in your area or street.
• Method Used –
• Comparables: Looking at recent sale prices of similar properties.
• Condition-based: Assessing your home’s presentation, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Yield-based: For investment properties, calculating potential rental return.
• Market Movement – The property market can shift quickly, especially in high-demand areas. One agent may base their figure on sales from a few months ago, while another uses more recent trends.
• Presentation on the Day – A well-presented home can leave a stronger impression. If one valuer sees the property looking its best and another visits before staging or decluttering, this can influence their assessment.
• Seller Expectations and Communication – Sometimes, discussions with the homeowner about desired sale prices, timescales, or preferred strategy can shape how a valuer frames their figure.

The Role of Professional Judgement

While valuations rely on evidence such as recent sales data, they also involve interpretation. Two experienced valuers may prioritise different aspects of your property:

• One might focus on future potential, such as extension possibilities or upcoming local regeneration projects.
• Another might focus more on current condition and how your home compares to other properties on the market today.

These aren’t inaccuracies, they’re different professional perspectives, each valid in its own way.

What to Do if You Receive Different Figures

If you have two (or more) valuations and they don’t match, here’s how to approach it:

1. Ask for the reasoning – A good agent will explain how they arrived at their figure.
2. Review the evidence – Look at the comparable data, property market data, and property features each valuer used.
3. Focus on accuracy and saleability – The goal is to set a price that attracts interest and achieves the best possible outcome, not simply to aim for the highest number on paper.

How We Approach Property Valuations at Arden Estate Agents

At Arden Estates, we combine:

• Local insight – We know the Midlands and Worcestershire property market inside-out, and have branches from Barnt Green to Worcester.
• Evidence-based methods – Every valuation is backed up with comparable sales data and real buyer demand.
• Realistic pricing – We aim to price your home correctly for current market conditions, maximising both interest and final sale price.

Our team has been recognised with national awards for our service, and we always take the time to explain our process in detail so you can make an informed choice.

Receiving different valuations is normal and can be a useful way to see your property from multiple perspectives. The most important thing is to work with an agent you trust, who is transparent about their methods and confident in their local market knowledge.

Contact your local Arden Estate Agent branch today for a clear, well-informed, and realistic property valuation based on expert local insight.