How to get a real estate license in St. Louis, MO
There is no separate St. Louis real estate license. Agents in St. Louis hold a Missouri salesperson license from the Missouri Real Estate Commission, the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Missouri guide.
The Missouri steps at a glance
- Take the 48-hour pre-exam course
- Pass both exam portions
- Take the 24-hour practice course
- Fingerprints and application
Full Missouri guide · Renewal and CE rules
Picking a brokerage in St. Louis
The Missouri 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 St. Louis.
Offices in St. Louis
6 real estate franchise offices list an address in St. Louis: 5 Coldwell Banker and 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Advantage Real Estate, Inc. 138 Concord Lane, 63128 (314) 474-7621 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Premier Group 171 Concord Plaza Shopping Ctr, 63128 (314) 963-9494 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Premier Group 2203 S Big Bend Blvd, 63117 (314) 647-0001 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker 9651 Clayton Rd, 63124 (314) 993-8000 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker 9964 Kennerly Rd, 63128 (314) 849-2880 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Relocation 2 Cityplace Dr Ste 350, 63141 (314) 298-5006 · 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 St. Louis
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in St. Louis?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Missouri Real Estate Commission issues it and it covers all of Missouri. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in St. Louis?
Any school approved by the Missouri Real Estate Commission works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
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This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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