Yes: in New Jersey, appraisers need a state license issued by the NJ State Real Estate Appraiser Board (Division of Consumer Affairs). You can check a name yourself on NJ Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System.
Appraisers in New Jersey: 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 New Jersey?
New Jersey taxes real property at assessed value times a local general tax rate. In Newark the 2025 rate is $3.999 per $100 of assessed value, and the average residential bill was $7,641. You can appeal your assessment to the County Board of Taxation by April 1.
Check a appraiser yourself
- License required · NJ State Real Estate Appraiser Board (Division of Consumer Affairs)
- Titles you will see: Trainee, Licensed Residential, Certified Residential, Certified General
- Check a name yourself: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System
The 5 sectors of Newark
Central Ward · East Ward · North Ward · South Ward · West Ward