Property Valuation
When appraising a Boston condominium, an appraiser would most commonly use:
AThe cost approach
BThe income approach
CThe sales comparison approach✓ Correct
DThe gross rent multiplier
Explanation
The sales comparison approach is most appropriate for residential condominiums because of the availability of numerous comparable sales in dense urban markets like Boston.
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