Personal Property Appraisers in Pennsylvania78 Verified Professionals Across 30 Cities
Our directory currently lists 78 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Pennsylvania, with the largest concentrations in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Conshohocken, Yardley, Hatfield. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Pennsylvania appraisers in our database, 53% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 19% 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. 15% 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.
78
Verified appraisers
53%
USPAP-certified
19%
IRS-qualified
21%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Pennsylvania
Paula A. Fox
ISA
Phoenixville, PA
Leon E. Castner
ISA · CAPP · USPAP-compliant
Schwenksville, PA
Beverley Potter
ABAA
Rosemont, PA
Nancy S. Willcox
ISA · AAA · AAA Certified
Lancaster, PA
Michael Pyron
ABAA
Conshohocken, PA
Philip J. Kass
AAA · AAA Certified
Havertown, PA
Jonathan G. House
ABAA
Kennett Square, PA
Browse by city in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
13 appraisers
Pittsburgh
9 appraisers
Conshohocken
4 appraisers
Yardley
3 appraisers
Hatfield
3 appraisers
West Chester
2 appraisers
Chadds Ford
2 appraisers
Beaver
2 appraisers
Ardmore
2 appraisers
Wallingford
1 appraiser
Venus
1 appraiser
State College
1 appraiser
Springtown
1 appraiser
Southampton
1 appraiser
Sewickley
1 appraiser
Schwenksville
1 appraiser
Rosemont
1 appraiser
Quakertown
1 appraiser
Prospect
1 appraiser
Plymouth Meeting
1 appraiser
Phoenixville
1 appraiser
Perkasie
1 appraiser
Narberth
1 appraiser
Montoursville
1 appraiser
Mc Kees Rocks
1 appraiser
Macungie
1 appraiser
Lansdale
1 appraiser
Langhorne
1 appraiser
Lancaster
1 appraiser
Kutztown
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Pennsylvania
How many personal property appraisers are in Pennsylvania?
Our directory lists 78 active personal property appraisers in Pennsylvania, with the largest concentrations in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Conshohocken. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Pennsylvania USPAP-certified?
Yes — 53% of the Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes — 19% of the Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 15% of the Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Yes — 21% of the Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania directory?
Every appraiser in our Pennsylvania 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.