Your Trusted NYC Appraiser

Property Valuations With A New York Heritage.

About Block Appraisals

Founded by Scott S. Block in 2007, Block Appraisals is a leading property appraisal company with a distinctly New York heritage, providing full-service valuations across all five boroughs.

With experience appraising properties of every type and size—from studio apartments to luxury penthouses, single-family homes to multi-unit buildings, retail storefronts to industrial buildings—we bring comprehensive expertise to every assignment. Whether your property is at the lower or higher end of the market, and whether you need an appraisal for a mortgage, divorce, estate, litigation, pre-listing, or any other need, we deliver the same rigorous analysis and professional service.

Through our in-depth property analysis and transparent valuation results, we give property owners the insight, clarity, and peace of mind they need to navigate many of life’s most valued milestones.

Discover The Block Appraisals Difference

Scott S. Block is a certified New York State real estate appraiser who obtained his license in 2007 and has built more than 20 years of comprehensive valuation experience across NYC’s diverse real estate landscape.

His practice encompasses the full spectrum of residential and commercial appraisal assignments—from modest co-ops to high-end condos and townhouses, from small retail spaces to significant commercial properties, from vacant land to complex mixed-use buildings. He has provided valuations across every price range and for virtually every purpose, including mortgage financing, refinancing, estate settlements, divorce proceedings, litigation support, pre-listing analysis, tax appeals, partnership buyouts, and asset management.

Over the course of his career, Scott has developed extensive expertise in analyzing properties of all types throughout the five boroughs, allowing him to navigate complex assignments with confidence.

Scott maintains strong professional relationships with industry colleagues, including fellow appraisers, real estate brokers, attorneys, accountants, architects, and other related professionals, which supports the depth and reliability of his market research and valuation work. He is a Practicing Affiliate of the Appraisal Institute, demonstrating his commitment to professional education and standards, and an active member of the Columbia Society of Real Estate Appraisers.

Our Comprehensive Experience

All Property Types: Co-ops, condos, Cond-ops, Condo-tels, single-family homes, multi-family buildings, townhouses, commercial properties, mixed-use buildings, retail spaces, industrial properties, vacant land, air rights, and specialty properties across all five boroughs.

Every Price Range: From modest starter homes to ultra-luxury properties, we bring the same rigorous methodology and professional standards to properties across the entire value spectrum.

Diverse Purposes: Mortgage lending, refinancing, estate settlements, divorce proceedings, litigation support, pre-listing analysis, tax appeals, partnership disputes, financial reporting, and many other applications.

Simple to Complex: Whether your need is straightforward or involves unusual circumstances, complex ownership structures, historical effective dates, or unprecedented situations, we deliver credible valuations.

Professional Credentials

Practicing Affiliate, Appraisal Institute: The Appraisal Institute is the nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers and the globally recognized authority in valuation education and credentialing. As a Practicing Affiliate, I maintain rigorous educational and ethical standards that extend well beyond basic state licensing requirements, reflecting ongoing dedication to mastering complex valuation methodologies and upholding the highest levels of professional conduct in real estate appraisal practice.

Designated Member, Columbia Society of Real Estate Appraisers: Founded in 1936, the Columbia Society is New York City’s oldest and most respected regional appraisal organization, uniting experienced valuation professionals specializing in NYC’s unique market complexities. As a Designated Member, I maintain access to continuous education on local market conditions, a network of senior appraisers with institutional knowledge of the five boroughs, and professional forums addressing NYC’s evolving appraisal challenges.

USPAP Compliance: Strict adherence to Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice in all appraisal assignments, ensuring ethical conduct and professional methodology.

Continuing Education: Regular participation in professional education programs ensuring current knowledge of appraisal methodology, market trends, and best practices.

New York State Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser
License #45000045910