How to get a real estate license in New Kent, VA
There is no separate New Kent real estate license. Agents in New Kent hold a Virginia salesperson license from the Virginia Real Estate Board, part of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Virginia guide.
The Virginia steps at a glance
- Take 60 hours of pre-license education
- Pass the Virginia and national exams
- Get fingerprinted
- Mail the application
- Finish 30 hours of post-license education in year one
Full Virginia guide · Renewal and CE rules
New Kent by the numbers
- Active licensees
- 25
- Salespersons
- 25
- First licensed in the last 12 months
- 1
Source: Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) active salesperson list (public record), as of October 23, 2026. Salespersons only (the file used lists salespersons). Counted by the city and ZIP code on file (county or independent city from the ZIP code, using Census 2020 ZIP areas). Active means a current license.
Picking a brokerage in New Kent
The Virginia 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 Kent.
Offices in New Kent
1 real estate franchise office lists an address in New Kent: 1 Coldwell Banker.
- Coldwell Banker Traditions 6215 Chesapeake Cir, 23124 (804) 557-3590 · 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 Kent
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in New Kent?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Virginia Real Estate Board, part of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) issues it and it covers all of Virginia. 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 Kent?
Any school approved by the Virginia Real Estate Board, part of the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Quinton · Lanexa · Providence Forge
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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