San Diego

Real Estate School

Online courses to get your real estate license!

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Real Estate License Packages

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$317

$ 260

Courses + Exam Prep with over a thousand questions and concept explanations.

Complete 135-Hour Course
California Exam Prep
Instructor Support
12 months Access to Course
Exam Application Assistance

$571

$ 440

Courses + Exam Prep along with three textbooks for those who like to take notes.

What Our Students Say

Loan Stafford

They made it so simple to register and do the online courses.
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Michael Peno

I first used Chamberlin Real Estate School when I attempted the state exam in the early 90's With the help of the great courses at Chamberlin and a one day free Sure pass seminar, I comfortably passed the exam. Since then , I've always used Chamberlin to keep me current. The continuing education is well written and very simple to complete at home. Anytime I have questions, Chamberlins staff is always friendly and kind. Thanks for the many years of your service.
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Christina Kokologiannakis

I am no stranger to Chamberlin Real Estate School. I used them to take my real estate course almost 8 years ago and the 2 day crash course to pass the exam. I used them on my first renewal and now on my second. I have referred countless people to them. I really like how they do everything. They just make the process easy. I will continue to use them and I recommend you do as well.
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Linda Lu

I got my real estate license 20 years ago after taking online classes from Chamberlin School. Since then, I always do continuing education from Chamberlin School to renew my license every 4 years. It's easy and convenient. Highly recommend!
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Marcia Zigler

Coursework is straightforward and the customer service is great. Highly recommend Chamberlin for CE and original coursework to obtain your Real Estate license.
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Ray Shafazand

Best Real Estate school in California. Live webinars are a must and once you take it you will pass your exam. P.s Gene the instructor is a genius in helping the students pass the exam.
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Gabe Melendres

Great Value. Got the job done and quickly.
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Julie Keeler

I can't say enough good things about Chamberlin. What a great school.
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Julia R.

I really enjoyed the process of getting my brokers license thought chamberlin. Everyone I worked with was very friendly, helpful and informative. I took the crash course with Gene and he was fantastic. He made the time go quickly, gave great examples to help retain the information and you could tell he genuinely wanted the best for all the students. All the tools Chamberlin has available are helpful in preparing and passing the test. I would recommend this school to others looking to gain their license. Take the crash course with Gene it is key to passing!
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Why Choose Chamberlin?

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

100% satisfaction is our goal. Try the courses for 30 days, and if you are not satisfied, we will process a refund. There is no risk for signing up!

Accredited School

Chamberlin is accredited by the Department of Real Estate (DRE) in California for both pre-license education and continuing education. DRE Sponsor No. S0692 and CE Sponsor No. 6354.

Instructor Support

All pre-license students are assigned a “Personal Instructor” to answer content-related questions. Instructors are licensed real estate professionals with real-world experience.

The Benefits of Being a Real Estate Agent in San Diego

Starting or switching careers to be a real estate agent offers many benefits, particularly for individuals interested in people, flexibility, and working in a dynamic industry. Here are some key advantages:

1. Flexibility and Independence

Control over schedule: Real estate agents often have the flexibility to set their own hours, allowing them to balance work with personal life.

Be your own boss: Most real estate agents work independently or with a brokerage but have significant autonomy in how they run their business.

2. High Income Potential

Commission-based earnings: Agents typically earn a percentage of the property’s sale price, meaning there’s no cap on income. The more deals you close, the higher the potential earnings.

Growth opportunities: As agents gain experience and build a client base, their income potential can significantly increase.

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3. Opportunities for Networking

Meeting new people: Real estate agents constantly interact with clients, contractors, lenders, and other professionals, offering a chance to build a broad network.

Referral-based business: Many agents build long-term relationships, leading to repeat clients and referrals, which can further grow their business. San Diego has so many great communities which make it a great place to set up a referral network.

4. Job Satisfaction

Helping people: Agents play a vital role in helping clients buy their dream home or sell property, which can be emotionally rewarding. One of the top reasons agents begin their career is because they enjoy helping people with important life decisions.

Variety of tasks: The job involves different activities, including marketing, negotiation, showing homes, and managing contracts, keeping the work exciting and diverse.

5. Career Mobility

Diverse career paths: Real estate agents can specialize in different types of real estate such as residential, commercial, luxury properties, or rentals. Over time, they can evolve into roles like brokers, real estate developers, or property managers.

Work anywhere: Once licensed, agents can often work in multiple regions or states (with additional certifications), making it a highly transferable career.

6. Personal and Professional Growth

Develop valuable skills: Real estate agents develop strong sales, negotiation, and marketing skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of the property market.

Growth as a business owner: Many real estate agents treat their work like a business, which helps them develop entrepreneurial skills and grow as business owners.

7. Market Insight and Investment Opportunities

Access to market knowledge: Real estate agents stay on top of trends and pricing, giving them an advantage when it comes to personal property investments.

Opportunity to invest: Agents often encounter great investment opportunities before the general public.

Common Questions

What are the requirements to get a real estate license?

Age – You must be 18 years of age or older to be issued a license.

Residence – A California resident and no paperwork is required. If you are an out-of-state resident, you need to fill out a Consent to Service of Process From (RE 234) with the California Department of Real Estate.

Honesty – Applicants must be honest and truthful. Conviction of a crime may result in the denial of a license.

Education – Must complete three approved pre-license real estate courses:

1. Real Estate Principles
2. Real Estate Practice
3. One Elective course for you to choose.

What is the average amount of time it takes people to complete this course?

The minimum time to complete courses according to the Department of Real Estate (DRE) is 18 calendar days per course. The minimum time to complete three courses would 54 days from your enrollment date.

The maximum time allowed for completion of your course is 1 year from the date of enrollment. Completion of the course means taking and passing the course final examination.

What is the fastest time to get a real estate license?

The Department of Real Estate (DRE) allows you to take a final exam 18 calendar days after enrollment. Three courses are required, so the minimum time to complete all three would be 54 days.

After three courses are complete, an application must be submitted to the DRE to take the state exam. It can take 6-8 weeks for an application to be approved, and then you can choose a test date & time provided by the DRE.

How long do I have to complete 3 courses?

The maximum time allowed by the Department of Real Estate (DRE) for completion of your courses is 1 year from the date of enrollment. Completion of the course means taking and passing the course final examination.

Chamberlin allows the maximum of 1 year. Many schools only allow 6 months to complete courses and then charge you an extension fee. Look for this when doing your research and choosing an education provider.

Does the DRE approve the courses Chamberlin offers to students?

Yes, all Chamberlin California courses are approved by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE). Once completed, and you have applied with the DRE, you are eligible to sit for the California Real Estate License Exam. Approval # S0692

How do courses work?

Access courses 24/7 from any device
Course progress is saved as you go
Each course has 15 chapter quizzes which are 10 questions each. (You must pass with a 60%)
You CANNOT take the final exam until all quizzes are complete.

How the Final Exam Works

100 multiple choice final exam
You must pass with a 60%
2.5 hours to complete
OPEN BOOK

If you fail the Final Exam you are eligible to take it again immediately. We recommend going back and studying the course before re-trying. If you fail a 2nd time you will need to wait 2-1/2 weeks (18 days) before re-taking the Final again and will need to also re-take the quizzes. This is a DRE regulation.

Can the course final exam be open book?

Yes, California pre-license courses are open book for the final examination.

What kind of jobs can you get with a California real estate license?

There are numerous jobs which require a CA real estate license that many people don’t know about. Some of these include:

Residential Sales Agent
Commercial Real Estate Agent
Referral Sales Agent
Property Manager
Real Estate Broker
Business Broker (Sell businesses)
Sales Assistant
Leasing Agent
Real Estate Instructor
Real Estate Transaction Coordinatoor
Real Estate Consultant
Real Estate Investor (Single Family, Apartments, etc..)

Do I need to have any prior knowledge of real estate?

No, these courses are designed for beginners just entering the real estate profession or switching from another career. The most successful students we see follow the Chamberlin outline of courses, exam prep, and crash course to earn their real estate license on the first try.