How to get a real estate license in Pittsburgh, PA
There is no separate Pittsburgh real estate license. Agents in Pittsburgh hold a Pennsylvania salesperson license from the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (Department of State), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Pennsylvania guide.
The Pennsylvania steps at a glance
- Meet the basics
- Take 75 hours of basic courses
- Pass both exam parts
- Line up your broker
- Apply in PALS
Full Pennsylvania guide · Renewal and CE rules
Picking a brokerage in Pittsburgh
The Pennsylvania 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 Pittsburgh.
Offices in Pittsburgh
7 real estate franchise offices list an address in Pittsburgh: 6 Coldwell Banker and 1 Century 21.
- CENTURY 21 Rise Realty 4141 Brownsville Road, 15227 (412) 884-1600 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Real Estate Services-Training 9600 Perry Hwy Ste 200, 15237 (412) 548-1206 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 1630 Washington Rd, 15241 (412) 833-5405 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 17 Brilliant Ave, 15215 (412) 963-7655 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 201 S Highland Ave, 15206 (412) 363-4000 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 5887 Forbes Ave, 15217 Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 9600 Perry Hwy Ste 100, 15237 (412) 366-1600 · 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 Pittsburgh
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Pittsburgh?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (Department of State) issues it and it covers all of Pennsylvania. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Pittsburgh?
Any school approved by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission (Department of State) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Bridgeville · Sewickley
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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