Commercial Real Estate Appraisals You Can Trust

MAI‑led, USPAP‑compliant appraisal reports for lenders, attorneys, CPAs, investors, and property owners across the United States.

Who We Serve

Gravitas Valuation delivers independent, defensible valuations for a wide range of clients and purposes.

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Trusted by banks, attorneys, CPAs, and private investors for complex commercial real estate assignments

MAI‑designated principal appraiser with 16+ years of experience in multifamily, industrial, self‑storage, agricultural, and complex special‑use properties

Eric Sobotka, MAI

Chief Appraiser

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Prior to founding Gravitas Valuation, Eric served as an appraiser and analyst with Integra Realty Resources in Sacramento, The Fillmore Group (now Integra Realty Resources – San Francisco), and Pacific Appraisers. He also held development and acquisition roles with regional developers, where he was involved in the acquisition, entitlement, and development of multifamily, self-storage, and retail properties with an aggregate value of more than $500 million. Eric earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Davis. He is an MAI Designated Commercial Real Estate Appraiser, a licensed real estate broker in California and Michigan, and a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in California, Maryland, Michigan and Virginia. 

Our Appraisal Process

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Request a Proposal

Share property details, timing, and purpose of appraisal. You receive a written quote and timeline.

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Engagement & Data Collection

Share property details, timing, and purpose of appraisal. You receive a written quote and timeline.

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Analysis & Valuation

We perform highest and best use, income, sales, and cost analyses as applicable.

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Delivery & Support

You receive a USPAP‑compliant report, and we remain available for questions, underwriting, or testimony.

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Appraisal and Consulting Services

Expert real estate appraisal and valuation services for the following uses

Commercial Litigation Appraisal Services for Attorneys.

Strategic, defensible business valuation and damages analysis tailored to support attorneys in complex commercial disputes, from pre-trial assessment through expert testimony.
Testimonials

Look What Our Previous Clients Said

Our clients trust us to deliver accurate valuations, fast turnaround times, and clear communication every step of the way. Here’s what a few of them had to say:

I have been working with Eric and Gravitas Valuation for some time now, and I find his work to be trustworthy and credible. As a residential appraiser, I feel very comfortable with referring my clients who need commercial appraisals to them, and I certainly recommend them

Cortney

They were very professional, responsive and respectful of my timelines. Eric was incredibly nice to talk to on the phone and set me at ease when I had any questions or concerns.

Jake

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Eric at Gravitas on several commercial real estate appraisal projects over the years. Eric consistently demonstrates a high level of diligence and attention to detail in his work. Also, he delivers appraisals on time and makes the entire process smooth and efficient. I would 100% recommend Eric and his team to anyone looking for a commercial real estate appraisal.

Max

Litigators/Attorneys

MAI‑designated expert opinions with litigation‑ready reports and court‑admissible testimony.

Commercial Lenders/Banks

No‑surprise, MAI‑designated commercial reports, coast‑to‑coast, with on‑time guarantees.

Commercial Investors/Owners

Investor‑grade valuation and market analysis built for multifamily, self‑storage, industrial, and special‑use assets.

Why Clients Trust Gravitas Valuation

With experience completing commercial assignments in markets across the country, Gravitas Valuation combines local market insight with national‑level expertise. Each commercial report is signed or reviewed by an MAI‑designated certified general appraiser with years of experience across multifamily, industrial, retail, office, land, and special‑use properties.

MAI‑Designated Commercial Leadership

Each commercial report is signed or reviewed by an MAI designated certified general appraiser, a credential recognized by courts, government agencies, financial institutions, and investors.

Independent & USPAP‑Compliant

We provide independent, unbiased valuations that adhere to USPAP and industry best practices, designed to withstand scrutiny from underwriters, regulators, and opposing experts.

Deep Market Knowledge

We understand the neighborhoods, submarkets, counties and regions in which we operate and support our conclusions with advanced data and local research.

Advanced Technology & Data

Our team uses a cutting‑edge database, market participant interviews, and rigorous financial modeling to produce defensible commercial valuations.

Responsive Service & Clear Timelines

We provide written proposals, defined turn‑around times, and proactive communication from engagement through delivery.

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