About Us

OUR MISSION

At Noble & Associates, we lead with integrity and compassion, providing trusted real estate valuations for over 70 years. Rooted in tradition and driven by forward-thinking expertise, our mission is to provide trusted, accurate, and insightful valuations that empower our clients to make informed decisions with confidence.

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Years of Experience

Born & Grown in San Antonio Since

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Unique Clients

We are proud to be the firm that will produce the honest, correct number to be defensible in court.

-Charles H. Noble, Jr.

Our Team

Sam Noble - MAI, ASA, CRE, CCIM, GAA

Experienced professional with 35+ years as a designated and state certified real estate appraiser specializing in complex commercial and residential properties. Expertise in testimony for ad valorem and eminent domain cases, bankruptcy, property management, and market trend analysis. Skilled in leveraging diverse industry credentials to overcome challenges in dynamic environments and deliver accurate, high-quality property valuations.

As a credentialed member of several professional organizations, Sam maintains up-to-date educational requirements and participates in local chapters where he has held leadership roles, including Past President of the Appraisal Institute Southwest Texas Chapter and the American Society of Appraisers San Antonio Chapter, as well as Past Chairman of the Counselors of Real Estate San Antonio Chapter.

Sam is a strong believer in the youth of our community as demonstrated by his volunteerism. As a member of the Rotary Club of San Antonio, he volunteers on several teams for Snack Pack 4 Kids San Antonio, working to provide weekend food security for elementary children. He has also served on Rotary’s Youth Education Foundation since 1994 and has chaired the committee board for 8 years, dedicated to presenting college scholarships to local students based on need, character, leadership, service, and ability.

An Eagle Scout and Life Member of the National Eagle Scout Association, Sam believes wholeheartedly in the principles of the Scout Oath and Law. He has served in many leadership roles on both the District and Troop level here in San Antonio, including Eagle Advisor, Scoutmaster, and Crew Advisor.

Cecil R. (Bob) Baker

Distinguished real estate professional and state-certified real estate appraiser with over four decades of expertise in property valuation. In 1984, Bob began his work in real estate appraisal and has since cultivated extensive knowledge and networks in the field. Since 1989, he has been with Noble & Associates, Inc., where he appraises a wide variety of properties across numerous states, with a primary focus on Texas.

Bob has extensive experience with complex appraisal assignments, including agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial, natural resources, special purpose, recreational, historic, eminent domain, appraisal review, undivided partial interest, allocation of purchase price, insurance valuation, marketability studies, feasibility studies, subdivision analyses, highest and best use studies, economic rent studies, absorption studies, lease analysis, portfolio review and analysis, property management analysis, sales and market packages, ad valorem taxation, condemnation testimony, divorce cases for various clients, bankruptcy, real estate litigation, and IRS-related assignments.

Bob stays current with all continuing education requirements in Texas, ensuring his skills remain at the industry's cutting edge. He regularly attends educational offerings from the Appraisal Institute, American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers, The International Right of Way Association, the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, and various others throughout the state and nation.

A longtime member of the Stockdale Church of Christ, Bob has served as a finance deacon, benevolence deacon, and classroom teacher. He is a member of the Board of Directors for the Wilson Area Children’s Foundation, which provides for underprivileged school-age children who attend Wilson County schools. Bob is also a past show manager and volunteer for the Wilson County Junior Livestock Show in Floresville, TX.

OUR FOUNDER

Charles graduated from San Antonio Academy in 1943, later attending TMI before enlisting as a private in the Army’s 36th Infantry Division, National Guard, in 1946. Awarded a Navy scholarship to Rice University, he graduated in 1951 with honors in Business Administration and Economics, then commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps. After top performance in Officer School at Quantico, Charles served in Korea, flying 110 missions as an artillery aerial observer, earning the Distinguished Flying Cross.

He trained as a pilot at Pensacola and survived a mid-air incident, becoming a member of the Caterpillar Club. Returning to San Antonio, he advanced to major in the Marine Corps Reserve, helping convert the local unit to the 4th Reconnaissance Battalion, and was twice the National Marine Corps Reserve Individual Gallery Rifle Champion.

His career continued beyond his military service as a civilian Real Estate Appraiser and Investor and a part-time rancher. During his 67-year career, Charles appraised unique properties across the United States. He served as president for several professional organization and earned several designations, including MAI by the Appraisal Institute, SREA by the Society of Real Estate Appraisers, CPM (Certified Property Manager), and CRE (Counselor of Real Estate). Charles also held a commercial pilot license. He married Sara McNeel, sharing 65 joyful years of marriage and a large, loving family.

" Noble and Associates have been handling the real estate valuation of our family’s automotive dealerships for decades. Their insight into the San Antonio market and experienced team members give us comfort knowing that we will receive the best land and capital improvements valuations for all our operating entities. "

Bobby Cavender (President Cavender Auto Group)

" The appraisers at Noble and Associates helped my family with a recent, real estate appraisal. The Noble team was prompt, courteous and professional. More importantly, the Noble team provided much needed clarity in a confusing situation. We appreciated their timely efforts and we would not hesitate to use them in the future. "

Brian C. Steward (Founder, The Law Office of Brian C. Steward, P.L.L.C.)

" Kahlig Auto Group has relied on Noble and Associates for over 35 years. This mutual association has generated diverse Appraisals that have supported major purchases of real estate and have supported major values for donated real property. We value highly the well informed and credible work generated by Noble and Associates; we recommend them to anyone seeking a supportable and informed opinion as to value. "

David Hoyer (Kahlig Auto Group)

" I have worked with Noble and Associates Real Estate Appraisers many times over the years. They are extremely knowledgeable and thorough. Their work is excellent. They are honest and reliable. They are professionals who maintain the highest standards. "

Corbin Snow (Attorney-at-Law)

" For more than twenty years the professionals with Noble & Associates have been my go-to appraisers for Commercial and Ranch transactions. Dependable, punctual and forthright are only a few of the excellent qualities they bring to every engagement. "

R. Christopher Clark (Caldwell Clark Fanucchi & Finlayson, PLLC

Let’s Discuss Your Next Project

Noble & Associates, Inc. is a real estate appraisal and consulting firm based in Texas, specializing in commercial, farm and ranch, and specialty residential properties. They offer additional services including ad valorem tax consultation, expert testimony, and right of way and condemnation services.