How to get a real estate license in Colorado Springs, CO
There is no separate Colorado Springs real estate license. Agents in Colorado Springs hold a Colorado broker license from the Colorado Division of Real Estate and the Real Estate Commission, the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Colorado guide.
The Colorado steps at a glance
- Take 168 hours of qualifying education
- Pass both parts of the exam
- Complete the fingerprint background check
- Get E&O insurance and apply online
- Start at the associate level
Full Colorado guide · Renewal and CE rules
Colorado Springs by the numbers
- Active licensees
- 3,410
- Employing and independent brokers
- 1,078
- Associate level brokers
- 2,332
- Real estate companies
- 439
Source: Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Real Estate, via data.colorado.gov (public domain) (public record), as of October 23, 2026. Counted by the city and ZIP code on file with the state (county from the ZIP code, using Census 2020 ZIP areas). Active means an active real estate broker license.
Picking a brokerage in Colorado Springs
The Colorado guide explains when you need to work under a broker. Many new agents talk to a few local offices before they decide. These franchise offices list an address in Colorado Springs.
Offices in Colorado Springs
4 real estate franchise offices list an address in Colorado Springs: 3 Coldwell Banker and 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Dream Home 5265 N. Academy Blvd., 80918 (719) 260-0369 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Colorado Springs West 7222 Commerce Center Dr Ste 237, 80919 Office site
- Coldwell Banker Ranger 2702 W Colorado Ave Ste A, 80904 (719) 822-1490 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 1755 Telstar Dr Ste 250, 80920 (719) 550-2500 · Office site
Source: All The Places (CC-0), from each brand's public office locator, as of October 18, 2026. Not affiliated and not a recommendation; confirm details with the office.
Agents and offices in Colorado Springs
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Colorado Springs?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Colorado Division of Real Estate and the Real Estate Commission issues it and it covers all of Colorado. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Colorado Springs?
Any school approved by the Colorado Division of Real Estate and the Real Estate Commission works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Monument · Peyton · Fountain · Manitou Springs
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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