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How to become a licensed Property Manager in Nevada. Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License required. 120 hours pre-licensing education. Total initial fees: $470. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Property Manager — PM
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Yes
License Required
Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License
License Type
120 hours
Pre-Licensing Hours
Yes
Exam Required
$470
Total Initial Fees
Every 2 years
Renewal Period
Nevada property management licensing requirements
VerifiedLicense Required
Yes
License Type
Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License
Separate PM License
Yes
Nevada offers a specific property management license pathway
Own Property Exempt
Exempt
Managing your own property typically does not require a license
On-Site Manager Exempt
Exempt
Most states require a real estate license to manage property for others (collecting rent, leasing, marketing). Managing your own property typically does not require a license. A few states (Oregon, Montana, DC, Nevada, South Carolina) offer specific property management license categories separate from or in addition to the standard real estate license.
Education, Exams & Professional Certifications
VerifiedPre-Licensing Education
120 hours
Exam Required
Yes
State real estate exam administered by Pearson VUE plus Property Manager Permit exam. National and Nevada-specific portions.
Education Details
Complete 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Nevada requires a separate Property Manager Permit in addition to real estate license. Community Manager license also available.
Professional Certifications (Voluntary)
Most states that require a license for property management mandate completion of pre-licensing real estate education courses and passing a state exam. Professional certifications such as CPM (Certified Property Manager from IREM), ARM (Accredited Residential Manager), and CAM (Certified Apartment Manager from NAA) are voluntary but can significantly enhance career prospects.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Application fee for property manager license in Nevada | $125 |
Exam Fee Examination fee paid to testing provider (PSI, Pearson VUE, or state) | $100 |
License Fee Initial license issuance fee for Nevada | $245 |
Renewal Fee License renewal fee — renews every 2 years | $200 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application, exam, and license fees. Does not include education costs, background check fees, or E&O insurance. | $470 |
Renewal Requirements & Ongoing Obligations
VerifiedEvery 2 years
Renewal Period
24 hours per renewal
Continuing Education
$200
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education Details
24 hours of continuing education per renewal. Property Manager Permit has additional requirements.
Regulatory Board
Most states require continuing education for license renewal. Topics typically include fair housing law, ethics, property management best practices, agency law, and state-specific regulatory updates. Failure to complete CE requirements may result in license suspension or lapse.
Step-by-step licensing process for Nevada
Mostly verifiedComplete 120 hours of pre-licensing education from a Nevada-approved provider
Pass the Nevada property manager licensing examination
Submit license application to Nevada Real Estate Division
Pass a background check (most states require fingerprinting)
Obtain errors and omissions (E&O) insurance if required by your state
Apply for Property Manager Permit from the Nevada Real Estate Division
Affiliate with a licensed broker (if obtaining salesperson license) or establish your own brokerage
Begin property management operations
Estimated Timeline
2-8 weeks after completing pre-licensing education and passing the exam
Nevada requires both a real estate license AND a separate Property Manager Permit from the Real Estate Division. The state also has a Community Manager license for managing common-interest communities.
Property management of others' properties in Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License.
Managing your own property does not require a license in most cases.
On-site managers employed directly by the property owner may be exempt from licensing requirements.
Nevada offers a specific property management license pathway, which may have different requirements than a full real estate license.
Activities requiring a license typically include: collecting rent, leasing units, marketing properties, negotiating leases, and managing security deposits on behalf of property owners.
There is no interstate compact for property managers.
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Nevada.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Salary
#13 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers (SOC 11-9141)
Entry Level
N/A
25th percentile
Median
$61,040
+1% vs. national avg ($60,670)Experienced
N/A
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
Source: BLS OEWS – Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2022-2032
Projected Growth
+5%
High DemandNew Jobs
N/A
over 10 years
Annual Openings
N/A
per year (avg.)
N/A currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2022-2032 (September 2023)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Source: Nevada Real Estate Division
Estimated total: 8–16 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Nevada Real Estate Division
8–16 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Nevada Real Estate Division
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Nevada requires a Property Manager Permit + Real Estate License for property management. 120 hours of pre-licensing education required. Complete 120 hours of pre-licensing education. Nevada requires a separate Property Manager Permit in addition to real estate license. Community Manager license also available. Licensing is managed through the Nevada Real Estate Division.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.