Showhomes franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Showhomes franchise fee is $19,995 and the total initial investment ranges from $48,895 to $158,095, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Showhomes FDD.
What are the Showhomes franchise fees and investment?
The Showhomes franchise requires a franchise fee of $19,995 and a total initial investment of $48,895 to $158,095. 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) | $19,995 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $48,895 to $158,095 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 19 |
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Headquarters | Coral Gables, Florida |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Franchising since | 1994 |
How does the Showhomes investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Showhomes's minimum investment of $48,895 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 82 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $19,995 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
By minimum investment, Showhomes belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Showhomes FDD?
Verify six parts of the Showhomes 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 Showhomes 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 Showhomes?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Showhomes:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| SVN | $30,000 | $48,500 to $124,150 |
| Watters International Realty | $15,000 to $35,000 | $49,350 to $200,750 |
| 1st Class Real Estate | $25,000 | $49,950 to $159,450 |
| Realty One Group | $19,000 to $25,000 | $47,250 to $227,500 |
| Sotheby's International Realty | $0 to $25,000 | $46,150 to $324,850 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Showhomes franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Showhomes franchise ranges from $48,895 to $158,095, including a franchise fee of $19,995, 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 Showhomes franchise?
Showhomes lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Showhomes locations are there?
Showhomes reported 19 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 Showhomes been franchising?
Showhomes started offering franchises in 1994 after the company was founded in 1994.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Showhomes and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Showhomes. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.