How to get a real estate license in Katy, TX
There is no separate Katy real estate license. Agents in Katy hold a Texas sales agent license from the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Texas guide.
The Texas steps at a glance
- Meet the basics
- Take 180 hours of qualifying education
- Apply online and get fingerprinted
- Pass the exam
- Get sponsored by a broker
Full Texas guide · Renewal and CE rules
Katy by the numbers
Fort Bend County has 8,257 active licensees in the state's public record.
Picking a brokerage in Katy
The Texas 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 Katy.
Offices in Katy
2 real estate franchise offices list an address in Katy: 1 Century 21 and 1 Coldwell Banker.
- CENTURY 21 Western Realty 25120 Kingsland Boulevard, 77494 (281) 392-9272 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Ste G235, 77494 (281) 579-2300 · 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.
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Katy?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) issues it and it covers all of Texas. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Katy?
Any school approved by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Houston · Sugar Land
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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