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Definition

Survey costs vary based on complexity and property size. A simple boundary survey runs $300-$800. Complex surveys (topographic, ALTA, multiple acres) run $1,000-$3,000+. Professional surveys prevent boundary disputes and title problems later. They're worth every penny.

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Boundary surveys cost $300-$800; ALTA surveys cost $1,000-$3,000+; topographic surveys add cost for complex terrain. Survey costs vary by property size and complexity.

Pro Tip

Don't cheap out on surveys. A professional survey costs less than legal disputes over boundaries. For significant purchases, comprehensive ALTA surveys are worth the extra cost.

Example

ALTA survey costing $1,500 for a 2-acre property with complex boundaries.

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