Who regulates real estate licenses in South Dakota?

Real estate licensing in South Dakota is overseen by the South Dakota Real Estate Commission (SDREC). This agency issues licenses, sets education requirements, and handles renewals and complaints.

How do I contact the SDREC?

Phone: (605) 773-3600. Address: 221 W Capitol Avenue, Suite 101, Pierre, SD 57501. Website: https://dlr.sd.gov/realestate.

What license types does South Dakota issue?

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

State Regulator

South Dakota Real Estate Commission

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

About the South Dakota Real Estate Commission

Your South Dakota real estate license is issued and regulated by the South Dakota Real Estate Commission (SDREC). 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 SDREC.

Regulator: South Dakota Real Estate Commission (SDREC)

Address: 221 W Capitol Avenue, Suite 101, Pierre, SD 57501

Phone: (605) 773-3600

Website: dlr.sd.gov/realestate

License Types in South Dakota

Broker

Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after a waiting period.

Official Resources & Portals

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

SDREC Official WebsiteApplications, rules, and announcements

Licensing application portal: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

License renewal portal: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

Candidate handbook: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

Forms & applications: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

Approved schools list: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

License lookup: Not listed yet — check the SDREC website and verify with the commission.

State exam schedulingAdministered by PSI

Fingerprinting & background check

Confirm whether a fingerprint background check is required directly with the SDREC.

All South Dakota forms & official links South Dakota 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