Vanderburgh House franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Vanderburgh House franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $49,300 to $98,400, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Vanderburgh House FDD.
What are the Vanderburgh House franchise fees and investment?
The Vanderburgh House franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $49,300 to $98,400. 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) | $49,300 to $98,400 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 21 |
| Industry | Healthcare & Senior Care |
| Headquarters | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Franchising since | 2020 |
How does the Vanderburgh House investment compare with other healthcare & senior care franchises?
Vanderburgh House's minimum investment of $49,300 is at or below the median minimum investment of $121,525 across the 182 healthcare & senior care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 163 of the other 180 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $49,500.
By minimum investment, Vanderburgh House belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Vanderburgh House FDD?
Verify six parts of the Vanderburgh House 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 Vanderburgh House 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 Vanderburgh House?
These healthcare & senior care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Vanderburgh House:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Let Mommy Sleep | $39,000 | $49,330 to $71,297 |
| Home Halo | $49,000 | $51,900 to $75,000 |
| Essential Speech and ABA Therapy | $49,500 | $46,500 to $67,900 |
| Hands-On Diagnostic Center | $30,000 | $46,500 to $59,800 |
| In Home Personal Services | $7,500 to $32,500 | $45,750 to $101,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Vanderburgh House franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Vanderburgh House franchise ranges from $49,300 to $98,400, 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 Vanderburgh House franchise?
Vanderburgh House lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Vanderburgh House locations are there?
Vanderburgh House reported 21 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 Vanderburgh House been franchising?
Vanderburgh House started offering franchises in 2020 after the company was founded in 2016.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Vanderburgh House and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Vanderburgh House. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.