Sotheby's International RealtyFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Real Estate — Luxury Real Estate Brokerage franchise. Founded in 1976. Headquartered in Madison, NJ.

Investment

$46.1K - $512.1K

Franchise Fee

$25K

Royalty

6%

+ 2% marketing

Total Units

710

Madison, NJ Founded 1976Real Estate · Luxury Real Estate Brokerage

23 notable changes in the 2025 FDD

Fees, unit trends, and item-by-item text changes from 2023 to 2025 are available in the full comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Sotheby's International Realty franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Sotheby's International Realty franchise ranges from $46.1K - $512.1K. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Sotheby's International Realty franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Sotheby's International Realty is $25K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Sotheby's International Realty's ongoing fees?+
Sotheby's International Realty franchisees pay a 6% royalty fee on gross sales and a 2% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Sotheby's International Realty franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Sotheby's International Realty has 710 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Sotheby's International Realty's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.

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