Why Invest in a Coworking Franchise?

Coworking spaces deliver the perfect balance of recurring income, operational flexibility, and real estate opportunity. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or exploring your first franchise, the coworking model offers a premium pathway to long-term growth.

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How Coworking Stacks Up Against Other Franchise Models

Franchise opportunities vary widely in terms of risk, scalability, and operational complexity. Here’s how coworking compares to other passive-income concepts across key investment criteria.

Coworking Spaces
Salon Suites
Storage Facilities
Wellness Studios
Primary Income Source

Monthly memberships, office rentals, event rentals

Suite rental to independent tenants

Monthly unit rentals

Memberships and services
Revenue Streams

3+

(desks, offices, event space, add-ons)

1-2

(rental + limited upsells)

1

(unit rent)

2-3

(services, memberships, retail)
Initial Investment

$177K–$3.2M

$500K–$1.5M+

$1M–$3M+

$250K–$600K

Scalability

High

Can expand by unit or location

Moderate

Limited by buildout space

High

Can expand by acquiring land

Moderate

Staff-dependent
Semi-Absentee Friendly

Yes

GM-run model with tech automation

Yes

Once fully leased

Yes

Minimal staffing

Partially

Requires daily oversight
Operational Complexity

Moderate

Member services and sales

Low

Fixed leases, minimal staff

Low

Largely automated

High

Service-oriented
Recurring Revenue

Very Strong

Monthly memberships and services

Moderate

Long-term suite rentals

Moderate

Long-term unit rentals

Moderate

Depends on membership retention
Primary Income Source

Coworking Spaces

Monthly memberships, office rentals, event rentals

Salon Suites

Suite rental to independent tenants

Storage Facilities

Monthly unit rentals

Wellness Studios

Memberships and services
Revenue Streams

Coworking Spaces

(desks, offices, event space, add-ons)

Salon Suites

(rental + limited upsells)

Storage Facilities

(unit rent)

Wellness Studios

(services, memberships, retail)
Initial Investment

Coworking Spaces

Salon Suites

Storage Facilities

Wellness Studios

Scalability

Coworking Spaces

Can expand by unit or location

Salon Suites

Limited by buildout space

Storage Facilities

Can expand by acquiring land

Wellness Studios

Staff-dependent
Semi-Absentee Friendly

Coworking Spaces

GM-run model with tech automation

Salon Suites

Once fully leased

Storage Facilities

Minimal staffing

Wellness Studios

Requires daily oversight
Operational Complexity

Coworking Spaces

Member services and sales

Salon Suites

Fixed leases, minimal staff

Storage Facilities

Largely automated

Wellness Studios

Service-oriented
Recurring Revenue

Coworking Spaces

Monthly memberships and services

Salon Suites

Long-term suite rentals

Storage Facilities

Long-term unit rentals

Wellness Studios

Depends on membership retention

Why Coworking Comes Out Ahead

More Revenue Streams

Compared to other models, coworking offers greater flexibility to diversify income from multiple business segments.

Mid-Level Investment, High Upside

It balances upfront costs with strong long-term income and a faster breakeven than storage or salon suites.

Modern Market Fit

As hybrid work becomes a permanent norm, demand for professional, flexible workspaces continues to grow.

Attractive Ownership Model

With the ability to operate semi-absentee and scale over time, coworking fits both hands-on and hands-off investor profiles.

Meet Our Franchise Brands

Vast Coworking encompasses three prominent brands in the coworking industry, Office Evolution, Venture X, and Intelligent Office. Each of these brands are uniquely positioned to serve major segments of the market.

23,000

Avg. Square Footage

11,000

Avg. Square Footage

6,000

Avg. Square Footage

1-2

# of Needed Employees

1

# of Needed Employees

3-4

# of Needed Employees

60+

Locations
Explore

80+

Locations
Explore

55

Locations
Explore

23,000

Avg. Square Footage

11,000

Avg. Square Footage

6,000

Avg. Square Footage

1-2

# of Needed Employees

1

# of Needed Employees

3-4

# of Needed Employees

60+

Locations

80+

Locations

55

Locations

We help you choose the right location and secure favorable lease terms through data-driven analysis and expert negotiation support.

From layout to furnishings and tech, we provide standards and vendor support to ensure your space is efficient, inviting, and ready for business.

Get hands-on training and a detailed pre-opening strategy to streamline operations and generate early traction in your market.

Tap into national brand power with tailored local campaigns, digital tools, and lead conversion strategies to build your member base.

Our platform handles access, billing, bookings, and CRM—making daily operations smoother and more scalable.

Access continuous guidance, business reviews, and a collaborative network of franchisees to stay on track and grow confidently.

Franchise Benefits

Own a Franchise that Redefines Coworking

Our unique franchising model enables you to hit the ground running with a proven formula for success. Whether you’re looking for passive income, semi-absentee ownership, or a high-growth industry to diversify your portfolio, we make it easy to start and scale. From site selection to scalable growth, Vast Coworking equips you with the tools and support to succeed.

Initial Investment

Transparent Costs to Get Started

Launching your coworking franchise requires an upfront investment designed to set your business up for success. Our clear cost structure ensures you understand every aspect of the initial investment, from franchise fees to operational expenses.

Contact us to receive the full investment details.

Expense
Estimated Cost
Franchise Fee
$49,500 - $79,500
Liquid Capital Required
$175,000 - $250,000
Investment Range
$177,750 -  $3,273,400
Franchise Fee
$49,500 - $79,500
Liquid Capital Required
$175,000 - $250,000
Investment Range
$177,750 -  $3,273,400
Why Vast Coworking?

Your Investment, Your Future

Backed by United Franchise Group (UFG), a global leader in franchise development, Vast Coworking invites you to embark on an exciting venture that combines innovation, community-building, and lucrative growth.

30

Years of coworking experience

40

Years of franchising experience

4th

Largest global coworking corporation

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