Appraisers in Rhode Island
439 active licenses.
Need a property appraised in Rhode Island? 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 Rhode Island before they start.
All counties
Credential mix in Rhode Island
| Credential | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Certified General | 210 |
| Certified Residential | 189 |
| Licensed Residential | 40 |
Counties with the most appraisers
| County | Active appraisers |
|---|---|
| Providence | 99 |
| Washington | 40 |
| Kent | 36 |
| Newport | 21 |
| Bristol | 11 |
Largest firms in Rhode Island
Ranked by the number of listed appraisers associated with each firm.
| Firm | Appraisers |
|---|---|
| Bowery Valuation | 4 |
| Bbg, Inc. | 4 |
| Partner Valuation Advisors | 4 |
| Cbre | 3 |
| Qval Property Advisors, LLC | 3 |
| Cushman & Wakefield | 3 |
| Ascendant Valuation Advisors, LLC | 3 |
| Cbre, Inc. | 2 |
| Bbg, INC | 2 |
| Bbg INC | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a real estate appraiser in Rhode Island?
Start with your county. This page links to 5 Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
Every appraiser listed here shows their Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
Yes. 210 appraisers in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
Only if they're also licensed in Rhode Island or get a temporary practice permit from Rhode Island'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.