Whitsitt & Associates, Inc. is a USPAP-compliant real estate appraisal firm serving Champaign County and Central Illinois since 1983. Stephen D. Whitsitt, MAI, SRA, leads a credentialed team delivering residential, commercial, and complex property valuations that lenders, attorneys, and courts accept without revision.
The firm produces reports built on verified local market data and comparable analysis — so buyers, sellers, executors, and legal teams can act with confidence. Call (217) 356-7605 or request an appraisal to get started.
Homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and investors across Champaign County face high-stakes property decisions — buying, selling, settling an estate, negotiating a divorce, or challenging a tax assessment — and each situation requires a value conclusion that holds up when challenged. Whitsitt & Associates has produced that number for Central Illinois clients since 1983.
Every report starts with a confirmed scope, so clients know the property type, intended use, and delivery timeline before fieldwork begins — eliminating revision surprises that delay closings and court submissions.
The result is a USPAP-compliant report that lenders use to underwrite, attorneys submit to Illinois courts, and executors file with the probate court without a follow-up request.
See all appraisal services or request an appraisal to confirm scope and timeline.
Our Services
Whitsitt & Associates covers every appraisal category Champaign County property owners, lenders, and legal professionals encounter —
so clients reach the right scope from the first call rather than discovering a mismatch after fieldwork begins.
Attorneys, homeowners, lenders, and investors across Champaign County each arrive at an appraisal need from a different situation — and the right scope depends on that situation, not just the property type. Whitsitt & Associates serves clients throughout Champaign, Urbana, Savoy, Piatt, and Douglas counties, as well as surrounding Central Illinois counties.
Our Team
Appraisal firms that route clients through call centers or hand assignments off to other staff members produce inconsistent reports that generate revision requests. Whitsitt & Associates operates as a single team — every assignment draws on the collective market knowledge and quality review that the full staff applies to each file before delivery.
Stephen Whitsitt and Mark Whitsitt lead a team of credentialed appraisers and support staff who have worked together in the Champaign County market for decades.
Clients speak with the same people from intake through report delivery. Meet the full appraisal team before submitting a request.
Champaign County homeowners, investors, and attorneys have worked with Whitsitt & Associates across residential, commercial, estate, and divorce assignments.
The reviews below reflect what clients consistently report: accurate valuations, reliable turnaround, and direct communication throughout the process.
Have worked with the Whitsitt team for many years on multiple engagements. I’ve always appreciated their high quality work and quick turnaround. They bring an extraordinarily detailed awareness of comparable transactions and market conditions to their work. No reservations highly recommending Whitsitt & Associates.
Scott Kunkel
Working with Mark Whitsitt for my recent appraisal was an absolute pleasure. Mark’s reputation as a community leader and industry professional precedes him, and it’s clear why. His dedication to providing exceptional service and expertise is unmatched. Mark’s thoroughness and attention to detail were evident throughout the entire process, ensuring that every aspect of the appraisal was meticulously handled. As a community leader, Mark brings integrity and a deep understanding of local market dynamics to his work, making him a trusted advisor in the industry. I highly recommend Mark Whitsitt for anyone seeking appraisal services. Thank you, Mark, for your outstanding professionalism and commitment to excellence!
Ryan Elwell
We would highly recommend Mark Whitsitt of Whitsitt & Associates, Inc., if you need your home appraised. Mark was great to work with during the appraisal process and extremely helpful while we were selling our (FSBO) home.
Jalane Anderson
Excellent group to work with! I have used them many times to help me with the buying/selling, and these guys have been a huge asset to my business. I will highly recommend them to anyone that will listen. I am a repeat customer for a reason!! Thanks for all you do guys.
Josh Hinkle
I have had more 50 Commercial appraisals prepared. No one does a better job than Whitsitt and associates. Their knowledge of the market, their team, and their defendable accuracy makes them the best company to use. Five stars!
Jeff Wampler
How long does a real estate appraisal take in Champaign County?
A residential appraisal in Champaign County typically takes five to ten business days from inspection to delivery. Whitsitt & Associates confirms the turnaround timeline at intake so lenders and clients can plan — complex or commercial assignments require additional time based on scope.
What does USPAP mean for a real estate appraisal report??
USPAP — the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice — is the federal performance standard governing licensed appraisers in every U.S. state. Whitsitt & Associates produces every report to USPAP standards, the baseline requirement for lender, legal, and Illinois court submission.
Does Whitsitt & Associates complete appraisals for divorce and probate??
Whitsitt & Associates completes appraisals for divorce, probate, and estate settlement across Champaign County and Central Illinois. Every report documents market value as of a specific date, meets Illinois court standards, and carries the signature of a credentialed appraiser prepared to defend the methodology.
What areas does Whitsitt & Associates serve? ?
Whitsitt & Associates serves Champaign, Urbana, Savoy, and Central Illinois, including Piatt and Douglas counties. Clients outside the primary service area should call (217) 356-7605 to confirm geographic coverage before submitting an assignment request.
Can Whitsitt & Associates complete a commercial appraisal for lender submission??
Whitsitt & Associates completes commercial appraisals for lender submission across office, retail, industrial, multi-family, and land property types. Reports apply the income, sales comparison, and cost approaches as the assignment requires — producing a value conclusion that meets secondary market and regulatory standards.
How do I request an appraisal from Whitsitt & Associates??
Submit the property address, property type, and intended use through the appraisal request form or call (217) 356-7605 directly. Whitsitt & Associates confirms the scope and timeline before scheduling the inspection.
What credentials do the appraisers at Whitsitt & Associates hold?
Stephen Whitsitt holds the MAI and SRA designations from the Appraisal Institute — the two most rigorous credentials the organization awards, requiring demonstrated experience, peer review, and ongoing education. Mark Whitsitt holds the SRA designation. Both credentials are recognized by lenders, courts, and regulatory bodies across Illinois.
What is a retrospective appraisal, and when is one required?
A retrospective appraisal establishes a property's market value as of a past date rather than the current date. Executors and attorneys request retrospective appraisals in Illinois probate and estate situations where value must be documented as of the date of death rather than the filing date.
Whitsitt & Associates serves Champaign County clients with USPAP-compliant appraisals — call (217) 356-7605 to request yours today.
