Coworking vs Food Franchises

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 Business Models

Franchise opportunities vary widely in terms of risk, scalability, and operational complexity. Here’s how coworking compares to commercial real estate

Coworking Spaces
Food Franchises
Initial Investment

$177k-$3.2M

$250K–$2.5M+

Overhead & Staffing

2-5 employees, low operational complexity

High labor, waste, and utilities
Real Estate Needs

Flex/office space; can lease in existing buildings

Prime retail with full kitchen buildout
Revenue Streams

Predictable monthly income

Volume-based, vulnerable to shifts
Profit Margins

Moderate to High

due to recurring revenue and lean operations

Low

tight margins, high effort
Time to Open

6-12 months

12-24 months

Operational Complexity

Low

Simple daily operations; highly scalable

High

Permits, food safety, high turnover
Market Trends

Rapidly growing demand for flexible workspaces

Challenging—labor shortages, changing diets
Franchise Support

Built for scalability: tech stack, marketing tools, and training systems

Strong—but requires strict adherence
Best Fit For

Entreprenuers

seeking scalable, modern business models

Operators

with food service and retail experience
Initial Investment

Coworking Spaces

Food Franchises

Overhead & Staffing

Coworking Spaces

2-5 employees, low operational complexity

Food Franchises

High labor, waste, and utilities
Real Estate Needs

Coworking Spaces

Flex/office space; can lease in existing buildings

Food Franchises

Prime retail with full kitchen buildout
Revenue Streams

Coworking Spaces

Predictable monthly income

Food Franchises

Volume-based, vulnerable to shifts
Profit Margins

Coworking Spaces

due to recurring revenue and lean operations

Food Franchises

tight margins, high effort
Time to Open

Coworking Spaces

Food Franchises

Operational Complexity

Coworking Spaces

Simple daily operations; highly scalable

Food Franchises

Permits, food safety, high turnover
Market Trends

Coworking Spaces

Rapidly growing demand for flexible workspaces

Food Franchises

Challenging—labor shortages, changing diets
Franchise Support

Coworking Spaces

Built for scalability: tech stack, marketing tools, and training systems

Food Franchises

Strong—but requires strict adherence
Best Fit For

Coworking Spaces

seeking scalable, modern business models

Food Franchises

with food service and retail experience

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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Take the first step toward owning a coworking franchise and providing high-value services to professionals in your community.