Appraisers in Iowa
1,075 active licenses.
Need a property appraised in Iowa? 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 appraiser is the usual choice. 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 Iowa before they start.
All counties
Credential mix in Iowa
| Credential | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Certified General | 671 |
| Certified Residential | 404 |
Counties with the most appraisers
| County | Active appraisers |
|---|---|
| Polk | 110 |
| Scott | 51 |
| Linn | 48 |
| Dallas | 38 |
| Johnson | 21 |
| Iowa | 20 |
| Dubuque | 19 |
| Black Hawk | 17 |
| Woodbury | 17 |
| Pottawattamie | 16 |
Largest firms in Iowa
Ranked by the number of listed appraisers associated with each firm.
| Firm | Appraisers |
|---|---|
| Rally Appraisal | 28 |
| Farm Credit Services Of America | 24 |
| Cbre | 24 |
| Cushman & Wakefield | 17 |
| Compeer Financial | 11 |
| Partner Valuation Advisors | 11 |
| Newmark | 10 |
| Rally Appraisal, LLC | 10 |
| Colliers | 9 |
| Colliers International | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a real estate appraiser in Iowa?
Start with your county. This page links to 86 Iowa counties 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 Iowa?
Every appraiser listed here shows their Iowa 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 Iowa?
Yes. 671 appraisers in Iowa 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 Iowa?
Only if they're also licensed in Iowa or get a temporary practice permit from Iowa'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.