Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise
Coldwell Banker Commercial franchises are commercial real estate brokerages, usually existing firms converting to the brand, handling office, retail, industrial and investment property sales and leasing. It is part of Compass. At the end of 2025 there were 135 Coldwell Banker Commercial locations in the US, 134 franchised and 1 company-owned. The figures here are for Coldwell Banker Commercial offices, not the residential Coldwell Banker brand.
- Cost to open
- $37K–$554K
- Franchise fee
- $20,000
- Royalty
- 3–5.5%
- Locations, 2025
- 135+5 in 3 yrs
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Company snapshot
- Franchising since
- 1998
- Time to open
- Usually a conversion of an existing brokerage
- Agreement length
- 10 years
- Territory
- No exclusive territory
- Financing
- Some financing offered
From Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC’s 2026 filing.
How much a Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise costs
Opening converting an existing commercial real estate office costs an estimated $37,050 to $553,700. That covers the franchise fee and everything else needed to open, through the first months of working capital.
| New start-up office | $118,550 to $741,000 |
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Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, 2026 filing, page 37
Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise fee
The franchise fee is $20,000, for the main office ($5,000 per branch office). You pay it when you sign the franchise agreement.
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, 2026 filing, page 30
Royalty and ongoing fees
| Royalty | 5.5% of gross revenue up to $1,000,000 a year and 3% above that, paid at each closing, with quarterly minimums. |
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Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, 2026 filing, page 31
Sales and earnings
No figures Coldwell Banker Commercial does not share sales or profit figures for its locations. Talking to current and former franchise owners is the usual way to learn what a location earns.
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, 2026 filing, page 70
Locations opened and closed
| Year | Franchised | Company-owned | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 137 (+8) | 2 | 7 |
| 2024 | 135 (−2) | 1 | 8 |
| 2025 | 134 (−1) | 1 | 5 |
Closed or left counts terminations, non-renewals, locations bought back by the franchisor and locations that stopped operating.
Source: Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, 2026 filing, page 71
How Coldwell Banker Commercial compares
Of the 4 real estate franchises on this site, Coldwell Banker Commercial is the 2nd cheapest to open and the smallest by number of locations.
| Measure | Coldwell Banker Commercial | Typical real estate |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to open, low end | $37K | $37K |
| Change in franchised locations, 3 yrs | +3.9% | −8.1% |
| Shares earnings figures | No | 0 of 4 |
Typical is the median across the 4 brands in real estate franchises.
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Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise questions
How long does it take to open a Coldwell Banker Commercial?
Usually a conversion of an existing brokerage, according to Coldwell Banker Commercial's 2026 filing. Finding a site, permits and build-out are what usually stretch it.
Does Coldwell Banker Commercial help with financing?
Yes, in some cases. Coldwell Banker Commercial may finance part of the cost, such as the franchise fee, for qualified buyers; terms are in its filing.
Do Coldwell Banker Commercial franchisees get a protected territory?
No. Coldwell Banker Commercial grants the right to run one location but no exclusive area, so another Coldwell Banker Commercial can open nearby.
How long is a Coldwell Banker Commercial franchise agreement?
The initial term is 10 years. Renewal is usually possible if you're in good standing, often for a fee and a remodel.
Is Coldwell Banker Commercial growing or shrinking?
Over the last 3 years 25 franchised locations opened and 20 closed or left, a net change of +3.9%. About 5% of locations closed or left each year.
How does Coldwell Banker Commercial compare with other real estate franchises?
Of the 4 real estate franchises here, Coldwell Banker Commercial is the 2nd cheapest to open (low end $37K against a $37K median) and the smallest by number of locations.
Does Coldwell Banker Commercial say how much franchisees make?
No, Coldwell Banker Commercial doesn't publish sales or profit figures for its locations, while 0 of the 4 real estate brands here do. Current and former owners are the best source.
Where is Coldwell Banker Commercial based?
Coldwell Banker Commercial has sold franchises since 1998.