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Chula Vista Real Estate School
Online courses to get your real estate license and start a flexible career!
California License Process
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Enroll Online
Get started with your online courses. Complete at your own pace and on your schedule.
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Finish & Study
Study using Chamberlin's California Exam Prep and 1-day webinar Crash Course.
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Pass The Exam
Students who follow the Chamberlin program pass 92% of the time.
Real Estate License Packages
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Premier Package
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Courses + Exam Prep + Crash Course - Get three textbooks with Free Shipping!
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Option to pay in 4 installments with Afterpay
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Listen to Audio Course
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Complete 135-Hour Course
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California Exam Prep
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Instructor Support
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12 months Access to Course
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Exam Application Assistance
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Live 1-day Webinar Crash Course with Hot Questions
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Three Physical Textbooks (No Shipping Fee)
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Career Package
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$466
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350
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Courses + Exam Prep + Crash Course. Our most popular package to pass on the first try!
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Option to pay in 4 installments with Afterpay
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Listen to Audio Course
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Complete 135-Hour Course
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California Exam Prep
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Instructor Support
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12 months Access to Course
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Exam Application Assistance
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Live 1-day Webinar Crash Course with Hot Questions
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Three Physical Textbooks (No Shipping Fee)
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Essential Package
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$317
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Best if you are a self starter. Get the courses and exam prep needed for the state exam.
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Option to pay in 4 installments with Afterpay
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Listen to Audio Course
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Complete 135-Hour Course
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California Exam Prep
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Instructor Support
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12 months Access to Course
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Exam Application Assistance
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Live 1-day Webinar Crash Course with Hot Questions
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Three Physical Textbooks (No Shipping Fee)
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What Our Students Say
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.
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.
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!
I can't say enough good things about Chamberlin. What a great school.
Coursework is straightforward and the customer service is great. Highly recommend Chamberlin for CE and original coursework to obtain your Real Estate license.
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.
They made it so simple to register and do the online courses.
Great Value. Got the job done and quickly.
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.
Chula Vista Real Estate Overview
$812,000
Median Home Sales Price
$16,240
Avg Agent Commission
Why Become a Real Estate Agent in Chula Vista
Chula Vista doesn’t always get the spotlight that San Diego does, but that’s part of why it’s such a smart place to build a real estate career right now. This is San Diego County’s second largest city, home to more than 285,000 people, and it’s going through a lot of positive changes. For an agent, that kind of growth means a steady stream of buyers and sellers for years to come.
A big part of Chula Vista is the Bayfront. It’s one of the largest waterfront redevelopment projects in California, and it’s actively underway, with a new resort, expanding parks, and a brand new 39 acre public park that just opened. Projects like this tend to raise property values and bring in new buyers who want to be close to the action, which is great news for agents who get familiar with the area early.
The city is also home to the US Olympic and Paralympic Training Center, which adds a unique kind of prestige you don’t find in most mid sized cities. Add in a growing dining and retail scene, several master planned communities still under active construction, and easy freeway access to the rest of San Diego, and you’ve got a market with real momentum behind it.
For someone just getting licensed, Chula Vista offers something a lot of competitive coastal cities do not offer… room to grow. There’s still new construction happening, still neighborhoods that are becoming more desirable by the year, and still plenty of first time buyers who need an agent who knows the area well.
Students who follow our program pass 92% of the time!
Neighborhoods Worth Getting to Know
Chula Vista splits pretty cleanly into two halves, and knowing both sides well will make you a much stronger agent.
West Chula Vista. This is the older, more established part of the city, with homes built mostly in the 1950s and 60s. Expect bigger lots, mature trees, and a lot of character. It also tends to offer some of the more affordable options in the city, which makes it a great fit for first time buyers. Third Avenue Village, the historic main street here, has seen a lot of reinvestment lately with new restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques.
Eastlake. One of the most well known and most searched neighborhoods in Chula Vista. Eastlake is a master planned community built around a lake, walking trails, and its own village center with shops and restaurants. Homes here are typically from the late 1990s through the 2000s, so buyers get a lot of square footage for the price. Families especially love it for the schools and the close knit feel.
Otay Ranch. This is Chula Vista’s newest and still growing big development. It’s known for modern architecture, energy efficient homes, and a nice mix of condos and larger single family houses. Otay Ranch Town Center gives the area a real hub for shopping and dining, and the neighborhood draws a lot of young families and professionals.
Millenia. Tucked inside Otay Ranch, Millenia is worth knowing on its own. It’s a newer, walkable community built almost like a small downtown, with townhomes, parks, and a design that’s meant to feel more urban than a typical suburb. It’s become popular with young professionals who want walkability without leaving Chula Vista.
Rancho del Rey. A centrally located neighborhood with a nice mix of single story homes, two story homes, and townhomes. It’s a solid option for buyers who want to be close to everything without paying east side new construction prices.
Rolling Hills Ranch. A hillside community in eastern Chula Vista known for elevated home sites and some really nice views. It’s a bit more tucked away, which appeals to buyers who want a little separation from the busier parts of the city.
Common Questions
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:
- Real Estate Principles
- Real Estate Practice
- One Elective course for you to choose.
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.
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.
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.
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
- 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.
Yes, California pre-license courses are open book for the final examination.
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..)
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.