Yes: in Colorado, appraisers need a state license issued by the Board of Real Estate Appraisers, Division of Real Estate (DORA). You can check a name yourself on DRE eLicense Search for a Licensee.
Appraisers in Colorado: what buyers ask
How much does a home appraisal cost?
VA single-family appraisal fees run $650 to $1,500 by county (May 2026). Lenders must give you the appraisal promptly or 3 business days before closing.
How is property tax calculated in Colorado?
Colorado property tax is local. For the 2026 tax year a home is assessed at 6.8% of value for local governments (after a 10% reduction of value, up to $70,000) and 7.05% for schools. Denver's 2025 combined levy was 79.602 mills, and the 2026 protest deadline is June 8.
Check a appraiser yourself
- License required · Board of Real Estate Appraisers, Division of Real Estate (DORA)
- Titles you will see: Licensed appraiser, Certified residential appraiser, Certified general appraiser, Appraiser trainee
- Check a name yourself: DRE eLicense Search for a Licensee
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