Who regulates real estate licenses in Ohio?

Real estate licensing in Ohio is overseen by the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (ODRE). This agency issues licenses, sets education requirements, and handles renewals and complaints.

How do I contact the ODRE?

Phone: (614) 466-4100. Address: 77 S High Street, 20th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215. Website: https://com.ohio.gov/real-estate-and-professional-licensing.

What license types does Ohio issue?

Ohio issues the following real estate license types: Salesperson, Broker. Each has its own education and experience requirements — confirm the current rules with the commission.

State Regulator

Ohio Real Estate Commission

Who regulates your license in Ohio, how to reach them, and where to verify official requirements. This is a free resource — not a course page.

About the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing

Your Ohio real estate license is issued and regulated by the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (ODRE). This agency sets the education and exam requirements, processes applications and renewals, maintains the public license lookup, and enforces the rules that protect consumers. Click2CE is an education provider — for any official action (applying, renewing, filing a complaint, or verifying a license) you work directly with the ODRE.

Regulator: Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (ODRE)

Address: 77 S High Street, 20th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215

Phone: (614) 466-4100

Website: com.ohio.gov/real-estate-and-professional-licensing

License Types in Ohio

Salesperson
Broker

Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after waiting 24 hours. Must pass within one year of course completion.

Official Resources & Portals

Links to the official ODRE systems for applying, renewing, verifying a license, and scheduling your exam. Where a direct link is not yet listed, use the ODRE website and verify the current process with the commission.

ODRE Official WebsiteApplications, rules, and announcements Licensing application portalApply for a new real estate license License renewal portalRenew an existing license Candidate handbookExam content outline, rules, and scheduling info Forms & applicationsOfficial downloadable forms Approved schools listState-approved education providers License lookupVerify a license holder State exam schedulingAdministered by PSI

Fingerprinting & background check

A fingerprint-based background check is required for licensure in Ohio. Processed through Ohio WebCheck electronic fingerprinting (Ohio BCI and FBI background check). Confirm the current process and fees with the ODRE.

Fingerprinting details

All Ohio forms & official links Ohio education hub

Requirements are summarized for general guidance and can change without notice. Always confirm the current rules, hours, fees, and deadlines directly with your state real estate commission before enrolling or renewing.

Verify directly with the state real estate commission before relying on this.

Last reviewed: June 25, 2026