Personal Property Appraisers in Colorado32 Verified Professionals Across 15 Cities
Our directory currently lists 32 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Colorado, with the largest concentrations in Denver, Lakewood, Highlands Ranch, Colorado Springs, Boulder. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Colorado appraisers in our database, 47% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 50% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 28% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 31% 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.
32
Verified appraisers
47%
USPAP-certified
50%
IRS-qualified
28%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Colorado
Barb Preston
ISA · AAA · AAA Accredited
Ridgway, CO
Lisa W. Duke
ISA · ISA CAPP · USPAP-compliant
Cherry Hills Village, CO
Myrna Hayutin
ISA
Denver, CO
Brady L. Dreasher
ISA CAPP · Candidate, American Society of Appraisers (ASA) · International Society of Appraisers (ISA) Certified Appraiser Personal Property (CAPP)
Denver, CO
Mary Peck
AAA · AAA Certified
Denver, CO
Sue Gallagher
ABAA
Denver, CO
Julie Anderies
MA · AAA · AAA Accredited
Denver, CO
Daniel R. Danbom
ABAA
Denver, CO
Carol P. Grossman
ABAA
Boulder, CO
Colleen Fanning
AAA · AAA Accredited
Denver, CO
Mike Tuck
ABAA
Pueblo, CO
Richard Chant
ABAA
Longmont, CO
Browse by city in Colorado
Denver
14 appraisers
Lakewood
2 appraisers
Highlands Ranch
2 appraisers
Colorado Springs
2 appraisers
Boulder
2 appraisers
Westminster
1 appraiser
Ridgway
1 appraiser
Pueblo
1 appraiser
Longmont
1 appraiser
Frisco
1 appraiser
Fort Garland
1 appraiser
Fort Collins
1 appraiser
Cherry Hills Village
1 appraiser
Castle Pines
1 appraiser
Arvada
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Colorado
How many personal property appraisers are in Colorado?
Our directory lists 32 active personal property appraisers in Colorado, with the largest concentrations in Denver, Lakewood, Highlands Ranch. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Colorado USPAP-certified?
Yes — 47% of the Colorado 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 Colorado?
Yes — 50% of the Colorado 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 Colorado?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Colorado, 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 Colorado appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 31% of the Colorado 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 Colorado?
Yes — 28% of the Colorado 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 Colorado directory?
Every appraiser in our Colorado 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.