Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of February 28, 2026, AppFolio, Inc. (APPF) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $275.00, based on estimates from 12 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $177.76, this represents a potential upside of +54.7%. The company has a market capitalization of $4.33B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $245.00 to a high of $325.00, representing a 29% spread in expectations. The median target of $265.00 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 8 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,3 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, APPF trades at a trailing P/E of 45.8x and forward P/E of 27.1x. Analysts expect EPS to grow +68.5% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $336.64, with bear and bull scenarios of $-227.52 and $488.32 respectively. Model confidence stands at 70/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus Wall Street price target for APPF is $275, representing 54.7% upside from the current price of $177.76. With 12 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
APPF has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 12 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 8 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $275 implies 54.7% upside from current levels.
APPF trades at a forward P/E of 27.1087x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $275 (54.7% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $325 for APPF, while the most conservative target is $245. The consensus of $275 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $488 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
APPF is moderately covered, with 12 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 8 have Buy ratings, 3 recommend Hold, and 1 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month APPF stock forecast based on 12 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $275, with estimates ranging from $245 (bear case) to $325 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $337, with bear/bull scenarios of $-228/$488.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates APPF's fair value at $337 (base case), with a bear case of $-228 and bull case of $488. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 70/100.
APPF trades at a forward P/E ratio of 27.1x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 45.8x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on APPF, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $275 price target (54.7% upside). 8 of 12 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
APPF analyst price targets range from $245 to $325, a 29% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $275 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $-228-$488 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.