11/04/2026
The new appraisal report is live, and your home's square footage may not match the listing.
Appraisers now measure using the ANSI Z765 standard:
📏 Finished space needs 7-foot ceilings
📐 Sloped rooms: at least half must be 7 feet or taller; space under 5 feet doesn't count
🏛️ Two-story foyers don't count upstairs
Why would an appraisal show fewer square feet than the MLS? Bonus rooms, attic conversions and enclosed areas under raised homes are the usual reasons.
Sellers: measure before you price. Buyers: compare the numbers before you panic. Full guide:
https://23realty.co/appraisal-sellers
Aimée (Amay) Curole, Broker/Owner | 23 Realty, LLC | (504) 909-0306 | Metairie, LA | Licensed in Louisiana