Best Real Estate Franchises in Australia
15 real estate franchise systems on file in Australia, ranked by network size. Investment ranges and verified fees are drawn from the Australian Franchise Fee Index, all-in cost, not headline fees.
| # | Franchise | Category | Units | Investment (all-in) | Royalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ray White | Real Estate | 700 | $150K–$350K | 6.0% | Cost |
| 2 | LJ Hooker | Real Estate | 390 | $100K–$350K | 6.0% | Cost |
| 3 | Raine & Horne | Real Estate | 300 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 4 | Storage King | Real Estate | 290 | $2M–$35M | 0.0% | View |
| 5 | Century 21 Australia | Real Estate | 220 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 6 | Nutrien Harcourts | Real Estate | 181 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 7 | Belle Property | Real Estate | 150 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 8 | McGrath | Real Estate | 148 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 9 | Professionals | Real Estate | 132 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 10 | REMAX Australia | Real Estate | 90 | $50K–$150K | 0.0% | View |
| 11 | Barry Plant | Real Estate | 70 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 12 | PRDnationwide | Real Estate | 69 | Not published | 0.0% | View |
| 13 | Stone Franchising | Real Estate | 68 | $80K–$350K | 0.0% | View |
| 14 | Laing+Simmons | Real Estate | 57 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 15 | Regus | Real Estate | 57 | Not published | 0.0% | View |
Lowest entry on this list: REMAX Australia from $50,000 all-in. Investment figures are all-in establishment costs (Q2 2026 Fee Index). Rankings are directory listings, not endorsements, always verify fees against the disclosure document.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best real estate franchise in Australia?
The best real estate franchise depends on your budget, preferred format and local demand. This list ranks the most-established systems by network size; use the Fee Index for verified investment ranges and our location reports to see where competition is lowest.
How much does a real estate franchise cost in Australia?
Real Estate franchises vary widely on all-in investment. See the Real Estate category in the Australian Franchise Fee Index for the current verified median and range, and always confirm the all-in figure, including working capital, against the disclosure document.