Guide · Apartment buildings

Vending machines for apartment buildings.

For mid- and large-scale residential buildings in NYC, a vending machine is one of the easiest amenity upgrades you can offer — and one of the few that pays you instead of costing you.

1. The case for residential vending

  • Late-night snack and drink access without a corner store run
  • Visible amenity for prospective renters touring the building
  • Adds passive monthly revenue with zero staff workload
  • Cashless only — no cash on-site, no coin returns to handle

2. Where it goes

Lobbies, mail rooms, laundry rooms, and amenity floors all work well. The strongest placements are wherever residents already pause — checking mail, doing laundry, waiting on an elevator.

3. What hosts earn

Spedchka pays hosts 10% of net machine profit monthly. Net profit means gross sales minus product cost, payment processing, and servicing. Revenue scales with the number of residents and how trafficked your placement is.

4. What we handle

  • Machine, install, and insurance — zero cost to the building
  • Restocking on a route schedule
  • Remote monitoring and same-day service when needed
  • Monthly direct deposit and real-time sales dashboard

Frequently asked questions

How many units do you need for a vending machine to make sense?

We typically look for 75+ residential units, though smaller buildings can qualify if they have heavy lobby or amenity-space traffic. Apply anyway — exceptional locations are reviewed case by case.

Where does the machine go?

Lobbies, mail rooms, laundry rooms, and gym/amenity floors are all strong placements. We do a free site walk-through to recommend the best spot for your building.

Is there any cost or liability to the building?

No upfront cost and no labor. The machine, inventory, and insurance are all Spedchka's. Our liability coverage protects both you and your residents.

How long is the contract?

Month-to-month after a brief initial term. Either side can end the arrangement with 30 days' notice.

Ready to host a machine?

Apply in under two minutes. We'll respond within one business day to schedule a walk-through.

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