Lemon Tree franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Lemon Tree franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $180,794 to $273,939, with about $40,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Lemon Tree FDD.
What are the Lemon Tree franchise fees and investment?
The Lemon Tree franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $180,794 to $273,939. 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) | $180,794 to $273,939 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $40,000 |
| US locations | 46 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Parsippany, New Jersey |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Lemon Tree investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Lemon Tree's minimum investment of $180,794 is at or below the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 122 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Lemon Tree belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Lemon Tree FDD?
Verify six parts of the Lemon Tree 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 Lemon Tree 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 Lemon Tree?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Lemon Tree:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Facialworks | $60,000 | $180,650 to $408,500 |
| Smartstyle | $39,500 | $182,440 to $324,140 |
| The Modern Halo | $50,000 | $177,800 to $911,600 |
| Supercuts | $39,500 | $183,930 to $317,878 |
| Cost Cutters | $39,500 | $175,990 to $323,558 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Lemon Tree franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Lemon Tree franchise ranges from $180,794 to $273,939, 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 Lemon Tree franchise?
Lemon Tree lists a minimum of about $40,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Lemon Tree locations are there?
Lemon Tree reported 46 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 Lemon Tree been franchising?
Lemon Tree started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Lemon Tree and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lemon Tree. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.