Crown Trophy franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Crown Trophy franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $168,150 to $199,200, with about $35,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Crown Trophy FDD.
What are the Crown Trophy franchise fees and investment?
The Crown Trophy franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $168,150 to $199,200. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $35,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $168,150 to $199,200 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | 129 |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | Hawthorne, New York |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Franchising since | 1985 |
How does the Crown Trophy investment compare with other retail franchises?
Crown Trophy's minimum investment of $168,150 is above the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 106 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Crown Trophy belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Crown Trophy FDD?
Verify six parts of the Crown Trophy Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Crown Trophy discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Crown Trophy?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Crown Trophy:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Apricot Lane | $39,500 | $168,950 to $360,300 |
| Southern Solar | $65,000 to $95,000 | $169,900 to $239,600 |
| Halloween Express | $10,000 | $170,000 to $267,700 |
| Game Truck | $49,500 | $164,450 to $312,199 |
| Big Frog | $60,000 | $163,987 to $323,110 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Crown Trophy franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Crown Trophy franchise ranges from $168,150 to $199,200, including a franchise fee of $35,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Crown Trophy franchise?
Crown Trophy lists a minimum of about $35,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Crown Trophy locations are there?
Crown Trophy reported 129 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Crown Trophy been franchising?
Crown Trophy started offering franchises in 1985 after the company was founded in 1985.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Crown Trophy and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Crown Trophy. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.