Personal Property Appraisers in Illinois92 Verified Professionals Across 30 Cities
Our directory currently lists 92 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Illinois, with the largest concentrations in CHICAGO, Northbrook, Wauconda, Park Ridge, Elk Grove Village. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Illinois appraisers in our database, 65% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 28% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 17% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 21% 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.
92
Verified appraisers
65%
USPAP-certified
28%
IRS-qualified
17%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Illinois
Joel Straus
ISA
Chicago, IL
Carrie Young
ISA · ISA AM · USPAP-compliant
Addison, IL
Sophia C du Brul, ISA AM
ISA AM · IL Auction License #441002865 · Bonded and Insured
Wilmette, IL
John R Leonard
ISA · ISA AM · USPAP-compliant
Chicago, IL
Judith Martin
ISA CAPP · ISA AM
Arlington Heights, IL
Heidi A. Harders
ISA · GIA Graduate Gemologist · ISA CAPP
Chicago, IL
Kurt Soucek
ISA · ISA Member · USPAP-compliant
Chicago, IL
Daniel Weinberg
ABAA
Chicago, IL
Browse by city in Illinois
CHICAGO
47 appraisers
Northbrook
6 appraisers
Wauconda
3 appraisers
Park Ridge
3 appraisers
Elk Grove Village
3 appraisers
Naperville
2 appraisers
Woodstock
1 appraiser
Wilmette
1 appraiser
Wadsworth
1 appraiser
Sugar Grove
1 appraiser
Serena
1 appraiser
Sandwich
1 appraiser
Round Lake
1 appraiser
Rolling Meadows
1 appraiser
Pingree Grove
1 appraiser
Oak Park
1 appraiser
Lisle
1 appraiser
Lake In The Hills
1 appraiser
Joliet
1 appraiser
Hoffman Estates
1 appraiser
Highland Park
1 appraiser
Glenview
1 appraiser
Geneva
1 appraiser
Galena
1 appraiser
Elmhurst
1 appraiser
East Dundee
1 appraiser
Cary
1 appraiser
Buffalo Grove
1 appraiser
Batavia
1 appraiser
Arlington Heights
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Illinois
How many personal property appraisers are in Illinois?
Our directory lists 92 active personal property appraisers in Illinois, with the largest concentrations in CHICAGO, Northbrook, Wauconda. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Illinois USPAP-certified?
Yes — 65% of the Illinois 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 Illinois?
Yes — 28% of the Illinois 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 Illinois?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Illinois, 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 Illinois appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 21% of the Illinois 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 Illinois?
Yes — 17% of the Illinois 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 Illinois directory?
Every appraiser in our Illinois 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.