Appraisers in District of Columbia
702 active licenses.
Need a property appraised in District of Columbia? Pick your county below to see licensed appraisers who work there, with their credentials, license status, and contact details.
For a house, condo, or small rental of up to four units, a Certified Residential or Licensed Residential appraiser is the usual choice. Licensed Residential appraisers are limited to simpler homes under $1 million, so go with Certified Residential for anything larger or unusual. Commercial buildings, non-residential land, and properties with five or more units need a Certified General appraiser. Whoever you hire, make sure their license is active in District of Columbia before they start.
All counties
Credential mix in District of Columbia
| Credential | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Certified General | 412 |
| Certified Residential | 261 |
| Licensed Residential | 29 |
Counties with the most appraisers
| County | Active appraisers |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 45 |
| District Of Columbia | 43 |
Largest firms in District of Columbia
Ranked by the number of listed appraisers associated with each firm.
| Firm | Appraisers |
|---|---|
| Cbre | 6 |
| Partner Valuation Advisors | 5 |
| Qval Property Advisors, LLC | 4 |
| Bowery Valuation | 4 |
| Newmark | 3 |
| Cushman & Wakefield | 3 |
| Bbg, Inc. | 3 |
| Hvs | 3 |
| Jll Valuation & Advisory Services, LLC | 3 |
| Jll Valuation Advisory | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a real estate appraiser in District of Columbia?
Start with your county. This page links to 1 District of Columbia county with listed appraisers, and each county page shows who works there along with their credentials and contact details. Contact two or three, tell them the property type and address, and ask about their fee and turnaround time.
How do I check an appraiser's license in District of Columbia?
Every appraiser listed here shows their District of Columbia license number, credential level, status, and expiration date, taken from the national appraiser registry kept by the federal Appraisal Subcommittee and refreshed monthly. Check that the status says Active and the expiration date falls after your appraisal date.
Are there commercial appraisers in District of Columbia?
Yes. 412 appraisers in District of Columbia hold the Certified General credential, which is required for commercial buildings, non-residential land, and properties with five or more units. Look for "Certified General" on the profile before you hire.
Can an appraiser licensed in another state appraise property in District of Columbia?
Only if they're also licensed in District of Columbia or get a temporary practice permit from District of Columbia's appraiser board for that assignment. Many appraisers near state lines hold licenses in more than one state, and their profiles here list every state they're licensed in.