XCEL Appraisal | Newton, MA

About XCEL Appraisal

Based in Newton, MA, XCEL Appraisal is an owner-operated residential real estate appraisal firm serving Greater Boston and surrounding communities. With extensive expertise in the local markets, Certified Residential Appraiser Chuck Lyons delivers accurate, objective, and detailed appraisals clients can rely on.

What sets XCEL Appraisal apart is the personal attention Chuck brings to every assignment. You’ll work directly with a Certified Residential Appraiser who not only delivers a reliable appraisal – but also to helps you fully understand it. Whether you’re a homeowner, broker, attorney, or other professional, each report is tailored to your needs with clarity, precision, and responsiveness.

Meet Chuck Lyons

Certified Residential Appraiser | Real Estate Agent

Chuck specializes in appraising residential properties throughout one of the most diverse and dynamic real estate markets in the country.

He has completed thousands of appraisals – from single family homes and condominiums to multi-family investments, historic residences, and high-value luxury homes.  Each report is impartial, well-supported, and specifically tailored - whether for lending, legal matters, estate planning and probate, or personal use.

Chuck believes that smart real estate decisions start with reliable, fact-based information. His appraisals are backed by deep local knowledge, market insight, and a commitment to accuracy – helping clients make informed decisions with confidence.

Clients include national lenders, local banks and credit unions, attorneys, investors, homeowners, and some of the best real estate professionals in the business.

In addition to his appraisal work, Chuck is a licensed real estate agent with Hillman Homes in West Newton. Raised locally and a Newton resident since the 1980s, he brings unmatched insight into Greater Boston’s neighborhoods, communities, and property trends.  Expect a responsive, thoughtful approach – driven by experience and a genuine focus on your needs.

Qualifications & Expertise

As a Certified Residential Appraiser (MACR #75129), Chuck provides valuations for a range of purposes, including:

• Home purchases & refinancing

• Estate Planning & Tax Reporting

• Divorce Settlement & Legal Proceedings

• Date of Death & Probate Appraisals

• Partial Interest & Trust Valuations

Specialized experience includes appraisals of:

Single-family homes, condominiums, multi-family investment properties, new construction, luxury homes, historical properties, and more.

Chuck is FHA approved and works with both lending and private clients.