Personal Property Appraisers in Maryland34 Verified Professionals Across 19 Cities
Our directory currently lists 34 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Maryland, with the largest concentrations in Rockville, Baltimore, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Annapolis. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Maryland appraisers in our database, 32% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 44% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 21% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 12% offer remote or desktop appraisals using photographs and provenance documentation. Every listing was sourced from at least one recognized national or international professional registry — including the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials.
34
Verified appraisers
32%
USPAP-certified
44%
IRS-qualified
21%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Maryland
Charles Barry Goldstein
ISA CAPP · Certified Member International Society of Appraisers
Rockville, MD
Mark P Weschler
ISA
Rockville, MD
Maureen S. Winer
ISA CAPP
Baltimore, MD
John C. Thomson
ABAA
Chevy Chase, MD
Charles E. Roberts
ABAA
Frederick, MD
Elizabeth Fisher
ABAA
Middletown, MD
Rockford Toews
ABAA
Annapolis, MD
John W. Knott
ABAA
Laurel, MD
Brian Cassidy
ABAA
Silver Spring, MD
Kevin Kinley
ABAA
Walkersville, MD
Paul Dowling
ABAA
Chevy Chase, MD
Frances G. Durako
ABAA
Savage, MD
Browse by city in Maryland
Rockville
5 appraisers
Baltimore
4 appraisers
Chevy Chase
3 appraisers
Bethesda
3 appraisers
Annapolis
3 appraisers
Silver Spring
2 appraisers
Frederick
2 appraisers
Westminster
1 appraiser
Walkersville
1 appraiser
Sparrows Point
1 appraiser
Savage
1 appraiser
Potomac
1 appraiser
Odenton
1 appraiser
Ocean City
1 appraiser
Middletown
1 appraiser
Laurel
1 appraiser
Hyattsville
1 appraiser
Centreville
1 appraiser
Arnold
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Maryland
How many personal property appraisers are in Maryland?
Our directory lists 34 active personal property appraisers in Maryland, with the largest concentrations in Rockville, Baltimore, Chevy Chase. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Maryland USPAP-certified?
Yes — 32% of the Maryland appraisers in our directory hold a current USPAP certification. USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) is required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers for appraisal reports to be defensible.
Can I find IRS-qualified appraisers in Maryland?
Yes — 44% of the Maryland appraisers in our directory meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition (IRS Publication 561, IRC §170(f)(11)(E)) for charitable donations over $5,000 requiring Form 8283. Use the IRS-qualified filter to narrow results.
How much does an appraisal cost in Maryland?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Maryland, a single-item estate or insurance appraisal typically runs $150–$500. IRS donation appraisals for one item commonly range $300–$600. Complex or rare items may be billed hourly at $100–$300/hour. Always get a written fee agreement before work begins — USPAP standards require the fee be set in advance and not contingent on the appraised value.
Do Maryland appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 12% of the Maryland appraisers in our directory offer desktop or remote appraisals using photographs and provenance documents. This is common for insurance scheduling or lower-value estate items. IRS Form 8283 qualified appraisals generally require physical examination, so confirm the intended use with the appraiser before booking.
Are there expert-witness appraisers in Maryland?
Yes — 21% of the Maryland appraisers in our directory are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes, authenticity challenges, or estate litigation. Use the "Expert witness" filter.
How do you verify appraisers in your Maryland directory?
Every appraiser in our Maryland listing is cross-referenced with a recognized national or international professional registry — currently: ASA, ISA, AAA, ABAA, IAAA, and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials, and every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in search results.