Yes: in Virginia, appraisers need a state license issued by the Real Estate Appraiser Board (Virginia DPOR). You can check a name yourself on DPOR License Lookup.
Appraisers in Virginia: 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 Virginia?
Virginia requires real estate to be assessed at 100% of fair market value, and each county and city sets its own rate. Arlington County's rate is $1.053 per $100 of assessed value, about $9,297 a year on the county's $882,900 average residential assessment.
Check a appraiser yourself
- License required · Real Estate Appraiser Board (Virginia DPOR)
- Titles you will see: Licensed Residential, Certified Residential, Certified General
- Check a name yourself: DPOR License Lookup
The 10 sectors of Arlington
Ballston - Virginia Square · Radnor/Ft.Myer Heights · Aurora Highlands · Crystal City · Douglas Park · Clarendon - Courthouse · Bluemont · Buckingham · Arlington Mill · Arlington Ridge