With more than 40 years of experience, Jordan Appraisal Group delivers reliable, lender‑ready appraisal reports tailored to the unique characteristics of each neighborhood. Our certified appraisers understand the nuances of Sussex County’s lake, mountain, and rural property expertise, including resort/second‑home dynamics and conservation areas to ensure every report is thorough, compliant, and delivered on time.
Residential Appraisals

- Single‑family & 2–4 family homes
- Condominiums & cooperatives
- FHA & 203K appraisals
- Reverse mortgage appraisals
- New construction & waterfront where applicable
- Vacant land & complex properties
- Estate, divorce, and tax‑appeal appraisals
- Drive‑by appraisals (as permitted)
- Income rent schedules & operating income statements
- REO, desk & field reviews
Commercial Appraisals

- Mixed‑use & multi‑family
- Office & medical
- Retail / strip centers
- Hospitality (where applicable)
- Warehouse / industrial / flex
- Agricultural & development land
Appraisal Management (AMC) & Lender Solutions

- Appraiser panel management & vetting
- License & E&O tracking
- Online ordering and real‑time tracking
- Integrations with Encompass & Mercury
- UAD compliance
- ‘Lender agent’ delivery to UCDP and EAD portals
- Licensed‑appraiser quality control reviews
- Valuation dispute process management
- Compliance certificate included with each managed appraisal
- Client training & education
Local Knowledge & Communities We Serve
We actively appraise across neighborhoods and corridors throughout the county, including:
Newton
Newton blends a traditional county seat with a walkable core and regional services. Housing includes older single family homes, duplexes, small apartment buildings, and mixed‑use near the square. Offices, medical, and civic uses anchor daytime traffic. Visitor activity comes from events and nearby parks. Our appraisers consider historic overlays, renovation scope in vintage homes, and parking behind storefronts. We note medical office demand and second‑floor apartment income. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, small office and retail valuation, mixed‑use and multifamily appraisal, and investment analysis for downtown infill.
Sparta Township
Sparta pairs lake communities with high‑value neighborhoods and an active town center. Housing ranges from lakefront colonials to townhomes and newer rentals. Retail and services line key corridors. Recreation draws steady visitors. Our appraisers consider shoreline premiums, HOA health at Lake Mohawk and other communities, and septic capacity. We note renovation quality and lot size. Jordan Appraisal Group offers high‑value home appraisal, neighborhood retail valuation, mixed‑use and condo appraisal, and investment analysis for lake‑area assets.
Vernon Township
Vernon mixes mountain resorts, lakes, and rural neighborhoods with emerging mixed‑use near activity centers. Housing includes vacation condos, single family homes, and small multifamily. Hospitality and outdoor recreation shape demand. Our appraisers consider ski‑area proximity, short‑term rental rules, and seasonal ADR trends. We note resort amenities, parking for restaurants, and trail access. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, hotel and restaurant valuation, mixed‑use and condo‑hotel appraisal, and investment underwriting for vacation‑rental portfolios.
Hopatcong
Hopatcong blends lakefront living with hillside streets and small neighborhood centers. Housing spans cottages to expanded year‑round homes, plus duplexes and garden apartments. Boating and dining add visitor flow. Our appraisers consider lake views, shoreline setbacks, dock rights, and slope conditions. We note septic upgrades and off‑street parking constraints. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, marine‑adjacent retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for lake‑area rentals.
Byram Township
Byram mixes lake communities, wooded neighborhoods, and corridor retail. Housing includes single family homes, townhomes, and small rentals near Cranberry Lake and commuter routes. Trails and parks support weekend demand. Our appraisers consider well and septic capacity, road maintenance on private lanes, and view sheds. We note value impact of lake clubs and trail adjacency. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, neighborhood retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and land appraisal for lot splits and infill.
Stanhope
Stanhope offers a compact borough feel with access to highways, rail in neighboring hubs, and lake‑area recreation. Housing includes capes, ranches, two‑families, and mixed‑use near Main Street. Service commercial lines the corridors. Our appraisers consider traffic patterns, commuter demand, and condition variance in mid‑century stock. We note income above storefronts and parking behind buildings. Jordan Appraisal Group provides residential appraisal, small retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment guidance for value‑add assets.
Andover Township
Andover Township blends rural neighborhoods, lake clusters, and small commercial nodes with a general aviation airport nearby. Housing ranges from farmhouses and colonials to townhomes and rentals. Open space and trails attract visitors. Our appraisers consider flight paths, private utilities, and conservation easements. We note barn and outbuilding values and accessory dwelling potential. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, small commercial valuation, agricultural land appraisal, and investment analysis for scattered‑site rentals.
Hardyston Township
Hardyston mixes resort communities with suburban neighborhoods and corridor retail. Housing includes single family homes, golf‑oriented condos, and vacation rentals. Hospitality uses and club amenities support demand. Our appraisers consider resort adjacency, HOA reserves, and seasonal occupancy. We note golf‑course frontage premiums and garage counts. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, hospitality and restaurant valuation, condo and mixed‑use appraisal, and investment underwriting for resort‑area properties.
Hamburg
Hamburg is a compact borough with older housing, small mixed‑use buildings, and proximity to resort amenities. Retail and services cluster on the main corridors. Visitor spillover supports restaurants. Our appraisers consider pre‑war construction, off‑street parking, and façade condition. We note income potential above shops and tenant rollover risk. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, neighborhood retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for duplex and triplex acquisitions.
Franklin
Franklin pairs a historic mining past with established neighborhoods and evolving commercial strips. Housing includes capes, colonials, and small multifamily. Industrial and service uses sit at the edges. Our appraisers consider legacy site conditions, renovation quality in older stock, and garage or workshop value. We note visibility on corridors and demand for trades space. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, light industrial and service commercial valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment guidance for adaptive reuse.
Ogdensburg
Ogdensburg blends hillside streets, historic housing, and small downtown blocks near regional attractions. Housing includes single family homes, duplexes, and mixed‑use buildings. Visitor interest supports niche retail. Our appraisers consider topography, historic materials, and parking supply. We note accessory structures and renovation depth. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, small retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for value‑add main‑street assets.
Wantage Township
Wantage is rural and scenic with farms, hamlets, and highway access. Housing includes single family homes, farmettes, and scattered rentals. Ag‑related commercial and small industrial appear along corridors. Our appraisers consider farmland assessment, well yield, septic design, and easements. We note barn conversions and road frontage premiums. Jordan Appraisal Group provides residential appraisal, agricultural land valuation, small industrial appraisal, and investment analysis for long‑term holds.
Montague Township
Montague offers river access, ridge views, and low‑density neighborhoods at the state line. Housing includes cabins, colonials, and small multifamily by village pockets. Tourism is nature‑driven. Our appraisers consider floodplains, short‑term rental rules, and driveway access on rural roads. We note view premiums and seasonal pricing. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, hospitality and roadside retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and land appraisal for cabins and campground concepts.
Sandyston Township
Sandyston is quiet and heavily forested with trailheads and campgrounds that boost seasonal activity. Housing is mostly single family with lake cottages and small rentals. Corner retail serves visitors. Our appraisers consider conservation overlays, wetlands, and private road agreements. We note timber value and accessory structure condition. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, rural commercial valuation, land and conservation appraisal, and investment guidance for small hospitality concepts.
Stillwater Township
Stillwater centers on lakes and preserves with classic neighborhoods around them. Housing includes lakefront cottages, year‑round homes, and small multifamily. Parks and water access draw visitors. Our appraisers consider shoreline setbacks, water quality, and dock rights. We note septic upgrades and premiums for walkable lake clusters. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, lake property valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for short‑term rental strategies.
Lafayette Township
Lafayette blends antique‑oriented retail, farm landscapes, and scattered neighborhoods. Housing includes single family homes, farmhouses, and apartments over shops. Weekend shoppers and events support foot traffic. Our appraisers consider signage visibility, parking, and historic character. We note barn values and adaptive reuse costs. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, boutique retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and agricultural land appraisal for estate and farm parcels.
Branchville
Branchville is a small borough with a compact downtown and regional trail access. Housing includes older single family homes, duplexes, and mixed‑use buildings near the square. Local services and dining anchor activity. Our appraisers consider façade condition, parking behind buildings, and second‑floor apartment income. We note condition variance in vintage stock. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, neighborhood retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for main‑street holdings.
Green Township
Green Township offers quiet subdivisions, country roads, and open space near commuter routes. Housing is primarily single family with some rentals and townhomes. Small commercial nodes meet daily needs. Our appraisers consider lot size, private utilities, and accessory dwelling potential. We note renovation quality and outbuilding values. Jordan Appraisal Group provides residential appraisal, small commercial valuation, land appraisal for subdivisions, and investment guidance for scattered‑site rentals.
Sussex Borough
Sussex Borough provides a traditional downtown with service retail and proximity to general aviation. Housing includes capes, duplexes, and mixed‑use near Main Street. Regional events and trails add visitors. Our appraisers consider airport influence, storefront depth, and off‑street parking supply. We note rent levels above shops and façade improvements. Jordan Appraisal Group offers residential appraisal, small office and retail valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and investment analysis for downtown infill.
High Point State Park – Sussex County Access
High Point State Park draws year‑round visitors for hiking, snow sports, and views. Surrounding gateways support lodging, short‑term rentals, outfitters, and roadside retail. Nearby homes range from cabins to larger countryside properties. Our appraisers consider public land adjacency, trailhead impacts, floodplains in river valleys, and seasonal ADR trends. We note septic capacity and easements. Jordan Appraisal Group provides home appraisal, hospitality and outfitter valuation, mixed‑use appraisal, and land appraisal for cabins, campgrounds, and rural holdings.
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