Yes: in Washington, appraisers need a state license issued by the Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Appraisers). You can check a name yourself on DOL License Lookup.
Appraisers in Washington: 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 Washington?
Washington counties value homes at 100% of market value as of January 1 and there is no general homestead exemption. In Seattle the King County Assessor's 2026 rate is $9.90845 per $1,000 of assessed value, or $8,253.74 on the $833,000 median home.
Check a appraiser yourself
- License required · Washington State Department of Licensing (Real Estate Appraisers)
- Titles you will see: State-registered trainee, State-licensed, State-certified residential, State-certified general
- Check a name yourself: DOL License Lookup
The 10 sectors of Seattle
Queen Anne · Cascade/Eastlake · Ravenna/Bryant · Capitol Hill · Greenwood/Phinney Ridge · University District · West Seattle Junction/Genesee Hill · Columbia City · First Hill · Central Area/Squire Park