Franchises Under $500,000

Franchise opportunities with starting investments under $500,000.

Sports pub serving scratch-made American food, craft cocktails, and daily deals in a welcoming atmosphere. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment12 UnitsSince 2009

Provides semi-permanent makeup services including microblading, powder brows, eyeliner, lip blush, and cosmetic tattoo training. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment

Luxury fitness gym and meal prep franchise offering 24/7 access, custom equipment, and tailored nutrition services. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 2023

Create-your-own bowl fast-casual concept with fresh proteins, veggies, spices, and sauces. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment49 UnitsSince 2002

1 FDD available ›

Specialty butcher shop offering premium cuts of meat, fresh seafood, and artisan provisions in a retail setting. more ›

$400,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 1999

Quick-service kiosk concept offering flavored French fries, potato snacks, and breaded chicken in high-traffic locations. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 1993

3 FDDs available ›

Hickory-smoked barbecue restaurant serving slow-smoked ribs, meats, traditional sides, and sandwiches. more ›

$400,000 Minimum Investment50 UnitsSince 1992

Fast-casual restaurant serving duck-fat fried chicken inspired by Southern cooking with locally sourced ingredients. more ›

$400,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2017

Self-pour tasting room concept with 40+ taps featuring beer, wine, cocktails, cider, and more. more ›

$400,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2024

Brain-based preschool franchise using educational neuroscience and proprietary Circuit Theory curriculum. more ›

$400,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2006

Fast-casual pizza restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering with Italian and Greek menu items. more ›

$400,800 Minimum Investment

Provides spray-on bedliners, protective coatings, and vehicle customization and upfitting services. more ›

$401,815 Minimum Investment142 UnitsSince 1993

11 FDDs available ›

Offers reformer-based Pilates group fitness classes in a studio setting for all fitness levels. more ›

$403,289 Minimum Investment1,179 UnitsSince 2012

11 FDDs available ›

Quick-service breakfast bakery-cafe specializing in kolaches and complementary breakfast and lunch items. more ›

$403,330 Minimum Investment57 UnitsSince 1982

2 FDDs available ›

Casual dining concept focused on chicken-based menu items served in a fun, approachable environment. more ›

$404,250 Minimum Investment

Lively frozen cocktail bar concept born in New Orleans, famous for specialty daiquiris and festive atmosphere. more ›

$405,000 Minimum Investment25 UnitsSince 1984

1 FDD available ›

Music-based high-end childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. more ›

$405,000 Minimum Investment

Fast-casual artisan pizza concept offering New York, Sicilian, Detroit, Grandma, and California style slices. more ›

$406,000 Minimum Investment54 UnitsSince 2010

Specialty tea shop serving high-quality, expertly blended teas crafted from premium tea leaves. more ›

$406,600 Minimum Investment16 UnitsSince 2005

1 FDD available ›

Southern-style BBQ restaurant franchise offering hickory-smoked barbeque and catering services. more ›

$406,950 Minimum Investment

Authentic Mexican restaurant franchise serving tacos, burritos, and signature salsas with fresh ingredients. more ›

$407,910 Minimum Investment

Offers short-term small consumer installment loans with a focus on fairness, transparency, and ethical lending practices. more ›

$408,400 Minimum Investment

Korean BBQ restaurant franchise offering a full dining experience with fresh ingredients and table-side grilling. more ›

$408,875 Minimum Investment5 UnitsSince 2012

2 FDDs available ›

Fast-casual burger and shake restaurant with a retro vibe and community-focused atmosphere. more ›

$409,000 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 2024

Quick-service restaurant chain known for fresh, never-frozen beef square burgers, chicken, and frosty desserts. more ›

$409,691 Minimum Investment5,969 UnitsSince 1969

13 FDDs available ›

Fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant serving freshly made hummus, falafel, kababs, and catering. more ›

$410,150 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2012

1 FDD available ›

A community hub for gaming, anime, cosplay, and TCG enthusiasts featuring a café and retail experience. more ›

$410,594 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 2015

1 FDD available ›

Premium indoor cycling studio franchise offering high-energy, low-impact group cycling classes with concierge-level service. more ›

$410,809 Minimum Investment189 UnitsSince 2015

13 FDDs available ›

Upscale spa center franchise offering a wide variety of self-care and wellness services. more ›

$411,500 Minimum Investment

Fast-casual concept offering fusion beverages, bubble tea, slushies, milkshakes, Asian-Hispanic snacks, and desserts. more ›

$411,500 Minimum InvestmentSince 2013

Medical spa franchise offering anti-aging, aesthetic, and wellness treatments to help clients look and feel their best. more ›

$413,152 Minimum InvestmentSince 2017

Provides professional body waxing services for all skin and hair types in a clean, welcoming studio environment. more ›

$413,912 Minimum Investment35 UnitsSince 1993

6 FDDs available ›

Fast-casual restaurant serving fresh, handcrafted calzones, salads, and desserts with flexible building formats. more ›

$414,000 Minimum Investment10 UnitsSince 2012

Fast-casual wing restaurant serving Hooters-style breaded wings with 11 sauces and rubs, cooked to order. more ›

$414,500 Minimum Investment14 UnitsSince 2019

2 FDDs available ›