Personal Property Appraisers in Massachusetts61 Verified Professionals Across 30 Cities
Our directory currently lists 61 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Massachusetts, with the largest concentrations in Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Winchester, Wayland. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Massachusetts appraisers in our database, 25% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 23% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 8% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 5% 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.
61
Verified appraisers
25%
USPAP-certified
23%
IRS-qualified
8%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Massachusetts
Michael Buehler
ABAA
Southampton, MA
Frederick U. Baron
ABAA
South Deerfield, MA
John F. Kuenzig
ABAA
Topsfield, MA
Stacy Waldman
ABAA
Easthampton, MA
Peter C. Bernett
ABAA
Cambridge, MA
Duane Stevens
ABAA
Shelburne Falls, MA
Thomas Nealon
ABAA
Roslindale, MA
Kenneth Gloss, Joyce Kosofsky
ABAA
Boston, MA
Bradford Verter
ABAA
Chestnut Hill, MA
James Sarantidis
ABAA
Springfield, MA
Second Floor
ABAA
Boston, MA
Michael Fagan
ABAA
Newton, MA
Forrest Proper
ABAA
Hatfield, MA
Lillian Fraker
ABAA
Lanesboro, MA
Charles Vilnis
ABAA
Boston, MA
Webb Dordick
ABAA
Cambridge, MA
Ken Lopez
ABAA
Hadley, MA
Browse by city in Massachusetts
Boston
5 appraisers
Cambridge
3 appraisers
Worcester
2 appraisers
Winchester
2 appraisers
Wayland
2 appraisers
Northampton
2 appraisers
Lowell
2 appraisers
Hatfield
2 appraisers
Weston
1 appraiser
West Springfield
1 appraiser
Wellesley
1 appraiser
Waban
1 appraiser
Topsfield
1 appraiser
Springfield
1 appraiser
Southampton
1 appraiser
South Natick
1 appraiser
South Deerfield
1 appraiser
Shelburne Falls
1 appraiser
Sheffield
1 appraiser
Seekonk
1 appraiser
Roslindale
1 appraiser
Princeton
1 appraiser
North Attleboro
1 appraiser
North Andover
1 appraiser
Newton
1 appraiser
Newburyport
1 appraiser
Nantucket
1 appraiser
Medford
1 appraiser
Marion
1 appraiser
Lanesborough
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Massachusetts
How many personal property appraisers are in Massachusetts?
Our directory lists 61 active personal property appraisers in Massachusetts, with the largest concentrations in Boston, Cambridge, Worcester. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Massachusetts USPAP-certified?
Yes — 25% of the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
Yes — 23% of the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 5% of the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
Yes — 8% of the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts directory?
Every appraiser in our Massachusetts 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.