Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Appraisal Solutions
Since 1961, GAR Appraisal has been a trusted provider of real estate appraisal and consulting services across Western and Upstate New York. Our team specializes in commercial, residential, and government tax assessment valuations, delivering precise and court-ready reports tailored to meet the needs of banks, municipalities, property owners, and legal professionals. With nearly four decades of hands-on experience, our founder Ron Rubino holds the prestigious MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute, ensuring the highest standards of expertise and integrity in every assignment.We pride ourselves on combining deep market knowledge with a commitment to client service, offering specialized solutions for complex properties including healthcare facilities, mixed-use developments, and environmentally sensitive sites. Our work extends across diverse regions of New York State, from Buffalo to Albany, supporting clients in financing, litigation, estate planning, and tax assessment matters.
Services
Commercial Appraisals
Residential Appraisals
Government Tax Assessment
Expert Witness Testimony
Court Ready Appraisal
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of real estate appraisal experience.
- Our team holds the prestigious MAI designation from the Appraisal Institute.
- We provide expert witness and court testimony services.
- We serve all regions of Upstate New York.
- Our reports are trusted by courts, banks, and municipalities.
Associations and certifications
- Appraisal Institute (MAI Designation)
What people say
Expertise in complex valuations
Reliable court-ready reports
Decades of industry experience
Trusted by legal professionals
Comprehensive market analysis
Services
Commercial Appraisals
We evaluate commercial properties including industrial facilities, office buildings, multi-family housing, and special-purpose developments. Our reports meet court and lending requirements, supporting transactions, litigation, and tax assessments across Upstate New York.
Residential Appraisals
Certified residential appraisals for financing, estate planning, and legal matters. We serve Erie, Niagara, and surrounding counties with URAR, field review, and desktop reporting options tailored to client needs.
Government Tax Assessment
Specializing in tax certiorari and revaluation projects for municipalities. Our team provides mass property valuations, market impact studies, and court-ready analyses to support fair tax assessments across New York State.
Expert Witness Testimony
We deliver expert court testimony and litigation support for real estate disputes. Our appraisers are qualified in New York courts to present clear, defensible valuation evidence in complex legal cases.
Consulting Services
Market research, environmental impact analysis, and valuation advisory for developers, attorneys, and government agencies. Our consulting addresses property rights, land use changes, and investment strategies across diverse property types.
People
Ronald J. Rubino
President
Ronald J. Rubino, MAI, is a certified general appraiser with nearly 40 years of experience in New York State. He specializes in commercial, residential, and tax certiorari valuations, offering expert witness testimony and consulting services.
Questions
What types of appraisal services do you offer?
We provide commercial, residential, and government tax assessment appraisals, along with expert witness testimony and consulting services for complex real estate matters.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Upstate New York, including Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, and surrounding regions, covering urban, suburban, and rural properties.
What credentials does your team hold?
Our team includes MAI-designated appraisers with certifications in New York State, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards and regulatory compliance.
Do you handle court-related appraisal work?
Yes, we prepare court-ready appraisal reports and provide expert witness testimony in New York State courts for litigation and tax disputes.