How to get a real estate license in Staten Island, NY
There is no separate Staten Island real estate license. Agents in Staten Island 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
Staten Island by the numbers
- Active licensees
- 2,508
- Brokers
- 478
- Associate brokers
- 305
- Salespersons
- 1,725
- Brokerages they work with
- 473
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 Staten Island
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 Staten Island.
Offices in Staten Island
3 real estate franchise offices list an address in Staten Island: 2 Century 21 and 1 Coldwell Banker.
- CENTURY 21 Papp Realty 1741 Victory Boulevard, 10314 (718) 727-6900 · Office site
- CENTURY 21 STANDARD REAL ESTATE 5488 Amboy Road, 10312 (718) 317-0400 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Advantage 895 Annadale Rd, 10312 (718) 447-3000 · 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 Staten Island
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Staten Island?
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 Staten Island?
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: Brooklyn · Bronx · New York · White Plains · Rochester · Huntington · New City · Cohoes
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
Licensed already?
Get a free agent website, add Staten Island to "Markets I serve" and switch on the directory listing.