How to get a real estate license in New Rochelle, NY
There is no separate New Rochelle real estate license. Agents in New Rochelle hold a New York salesperson license from the New York Department of State, the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the New York guide.
The New York steps at a glance
- Meet the basics
- Take the 77-hour qualifying course
- Pass the state exam
- Get a sponsoring broker
- Apply online
Full New York guide · Renewal and CE rules
New Rochelle by the numbers
- Active licensees
- 256
- Brokers
- 122
- Associate brokers
- 17
- Salespersons
- 117
- Brokerages they work with
- 123
Source: New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services, via data.ny.gov (public record), as of October 22, 2026. Counted by the business address on file with the state (county filled from the ZIP code when the state left it blank). The state file lists active licenses only.
Picking a brokerage in New Rochelle
The New York 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 New Rochelle.
Offices in New Rochelle
1 real estate franchise office lists an address in New Rochelle: 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Marciano 546 North Avenue, 10801 (914) 235-4996 · 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 New Rochelle
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in New Rochelle?
Not for the real estate license itself: the New York Department of State issues it and it covers all of New York. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in New Rochelle?
Any school approved by the New York Department of State works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: White Plains · Yonkers · Pleasantville · Scarsdale · Rye · Katonah · Yorktown Heights · Somers
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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