How to get a real estate license in Bismarck, ND
There is no separate Bismarck real estate license. Agents in Bismarck hold a North Dakota salesperson license from the North Dakota Real Estate Commission (NDREC), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the North Dakota guide.
The North Dakota steps at a glance
- Apply online
- Pass the PSI exams
- Get fingerprinted
- Request your license
Full North Dakota guide · Renewal and CE rules
Picking a brokerage in Bismarck
The North Dakota 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 Bismarck.
Offices in Bismarck
1 real estate franchise office lists an address in Bismarck: 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty 1142 West Turnpike Ave., 58501 (701) 223-6654 · 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 Bismarck
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Bismarck?
Not for the real estate license itself: the North Dakota Real Estate Commission (NDREC) issues it and it covers all of North Dakota. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Bismarck?
Any school approved by the North Dakota Real Estate Commission (NDREC) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Fargo · Minot · Dickinson · Jamestown · Wahpeton
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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