Rise Commercial District franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Rise Commercial District franchise fee is $125,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $11,360,500 to $21,073,000, with about $2,760,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Rise Commercial District FDD.
What are the Rise Commercial District franchise fees and investment?
The Rise Commercial District franchise requires a franchise fee of $125,000 and a total initial investment of $11,360,500 to $21,073,000. 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) | $125,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $11,360,500 to $21,073,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $2,760,000 |
| US locations | 10 |
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Headquarters | Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Founded | 2019 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Rise Commercial District investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Rise Commercial District's minimum investment of $11,360,500 is above the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 1 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $125,000 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
By minimum investment, Rise Commercial District belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Rise Commercial District FDD?
Verify six parts of the Rise Commercial District 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 Rise Commercial District 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 Rise Commercial District?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Rise Commercial District:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| KOA | $45,000 | $4,981,000 to $16,421,775 |
| Fueled Collective | $30,000 to $125,000 | $2,016,600 to $14,261,150 |
| 1 Percent Lists | $15,000 | $1,731,885 to $2,237,682 |
| Velox Valuations | $20,000 | $1,396,000 to $2,703,000 |
| Salons by JC | $60,000 | $1,331,200 to $2,043,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Rise Commercial District franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Rise Commercial District franchise ranges from $11,360,500 to $21,073,000, including a franchise fee of $125,000, 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 Rise Commercial District franchise?
Rise Commercial District lists a minimum of about $2,760,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Rise Commercial District locations are there?
Rise Commercial District reported 10 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 Rise Commercial District been franchising?
Rise Commercial District started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2019.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Rise Commercial District and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Rise Commercial District. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.