How to get a real estate license in Berea, KY
There is no separate Berea real estate license. Agents in Berea hold a Kentucky sales associate license from the Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Kentucky guide.
The Kentucky steps at a glance
- Meet the basics
- Complete 96 hours of pre-license education
- Request your FBI background check
- Pass the exam and apply within 60 days
Full Kentucky guide · Renewal and CE rules
Picking a brokerage in Berea
The Kentucky 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 Berea.
Offices in Berea
1 real estate franchise office lists an address in Berea: 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Pinnacle 632 Chestnut Street, 40403 (859) 623-1900 · 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.
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Berea?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC) issues it and it covers all of Kentucky. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Berea?
Any school approved by the Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Richmond
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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