Real Estate License Practice Tests — California
Free practice tests for the California Real Estate exam, written from the California Real Estate Commission handbook and federal standards.
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Salesperson (National)
30-question practice · 30-question mock exam · 75% to pass
CaliforniaSalesperson (State Law)
30-question practice · 30-question mock exam · 75% to pass
CaliforniaBroker (National)
30-question practice · 30-question mock exam · 75% to pass
CaliforniaBroker (State Law)
30-question practice · 30-question mock exam · 75% to pass
Step-by-stepCalifornia Real Estate Licensing Guide
How to get licensed in California, step by step.
About the California Real Estate exam
California Real Estate Commission. Like every state, California adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.
- Exam / licence fee: approximately $60 exam fee; $245 license fee (first 4 years).
- California requires 135 hours of pre-licensing education across three 45-hour courses; the DRE administers the exam.
To get started, read the official California handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 75%, and then schedule your exam with the California Real Estate Commission.
What's in the California exam: Practice tests covering the national portion of state real estate licensing exams plus state-specific law portions. Topics include property ownership, contracts, financing, agency law, fair housing, and real estate math.
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Practice test FAQs
How do I get a Real Estate license in California?
In general you must meet the eligibility requirements, complete any required education or training, and pass the required knowledge test (and, where applicable, a skills test) administered through the California Real Estate Commission. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by California and are covered in the guide above.
Is the Real Estate exam different in California?
The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but California sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to California, which our Real Estate practice tests are written to reflect.
Are these California practice tests free?
Yes. All of our California Real Estate practice questions are completely free, with no sign-up or payment required, and every question includes a full explanation. You can start practicing immediately on desktop or mobile.
How should I prepare for the Real Estate exam in California?
Study the official Real Estate materials from the California Real Estate Commission, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the California Real Estate practice tests for this state.
Where can I learn more about the Real Estate exam format and scoring?
Our Real Estate exam guide explains the test format, scoring, what is covered, and study strategies that apply in every state, including California.