Appraisers in Pennsylvania
2,921 active licenses.
Need a property appraised in Pennsylvania? 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 Pennsylvania before they start.
All counties
Credential mix in Pennsylvania
| Credential | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Certified General | 1,417 |
| Certified Residential | 1,504 |
Counties with the most appraisers
| County | Active appraisers |
|---|---|
| Allegheny | 240 |
| Montgomery | 222 |
| Bucks | 191 |
| Philadelphia | 118 |
| Chester | 98 |
| Delaware | 88 |
| York | 70 |
| Lancaster | 67 |
| Lackawanna | 65 |
| Westmoreland | 61 |
Largest firms in Pennsylvania
Ranked by the number of listed appraisers associated with each firm.
| Firm | Appraisers |
|---|---|
| Jll | 13 |
| Newmark | 11 |
| Cbre | 11 |
| Partner Valuation Advisors | 8 |
| Bowery Valuation | 8 |
| Bbg INC | 8 |
| Jll Valuation & Advisory Services, LLC | 7 |
| Newmark Knight Frank | 7 |
| Cbre, Inc. | 6 |
| Cushman & Wakefield | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a real estate appraiser in Pennsylvania?
Start with your county. This page links to 63 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Every appraiser listed here shows their Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. 1,417 appraisers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Only if they're also licensed in Pennsylvania or get a temporary practice permit from Pennsylvania'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.