Knowing what a home is worth
A professional appraisal (taxatie) tells buyers, sellers and lenders what a property is really worth — the anchor for offers, mortgages and taxes.
A taxateur is a qualified property appraiser. There is an important distinction: a formal, certified appraisal report (taxatierapport) is accepted by banks, the notary, the tax authority and insurers, while a free "valuation" (waardebepaling) that an agent gives is only an indication and is not accepted for a mortgage or tax purpose. If you finance a purchase, the bank will require a certified appraisal.
When you need a valuation
A formal appraisal report is typically required or advisable when:
- Applying for a mortgage — every Bonaire bank requires an independent, bank-approved appraiser.
- Setting an asking price before you sell.
- Checking that an offer is fair before you buy.
- Objecting to the tax authority’s assessed property value.
- Settling an estate, divorce or insurance (rebuilding value).
Instant estimate vs. formal report
For an early, no-obligation sense of value, our free online appraisal tool gives a data-driven range in seconds using local listings and sales history. For a mortgage or a legal purpose you will still need a signed report from a qualified taxateur — a report typically states three values: market value, rebuilding/reconstruction cost and forced-sale value, and is usually delivered within about five business days. Costs generally run from roughly $300 to $800 for a home depending on the provider and value band.
Appraisers & valuers on Bonaire
A mix of dedicated appraisal firms and real-estate agencies that provide certified taxaties. Confirm scope, fee and lead time directly.
Sunbelt Realty
AppraiserAppraisals of homes, commercial property and plots; works for banks, the Tax Office and Public Entity Bonaire. Published price list.
- +599 717 6560
- info@sunbeltbonaire.com
- Kaya Grandi 41, Kralendijk
- sunbeltbonaire.com/en/services/appraisals
Taxatie & Adviesbureau Pieters
AppraiserIndependent, appraisal-only firm (since 1989). Residential and commercial valuations for financing, legal and insurance purposes.
- +599 717 2422
- info@taxatiepieters.com
- La Terazza Mall, Kaya Grandi 23K, Kralendijk
- Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00
- taxatiepieters.com
Taxabon N.V.
AppraiserEstablished independent taxateur; appears on bank-accepted appraiser lists. (Contact details directory-sourced — confirm by phone.)
- +599 717 8163
- taxabon@bonairelive.com
- Kaya Nikiboko Noord 33B, Kralendijk
- Mon–Fri 08:00–12:00 & 13:30–17:00
Harbourtown Real Estate
AppraiserOfficial statements of value for mortgage, notary sale, tax objections, divorce/estate and building insurance.
- +599 717 5539
- info@harbourtownbonaire.com
- Kaya L.D. Gerharts 20, Kralendijk
- Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30
- harbourtownbonaire.com/en/appraisal
Sinne Valuations
AppraiserAppraisal-focused firm covering Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao; on the shortlist for the island’s banks. Contact via website form.
Bonaire Realty
AppraiserCertified residential and commercial appraisals to International Valuation Standards, typically within five business days. Contact via website.
Sources & official links
For orientation only. Rules, rates and costs can change — always verify the current situation with the relevant authority or an advisor. · Last reviewed: July 2026.
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