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If stylists rent chairs or own their following, you may be buying a name and a build-out, not a client base. Understand the compensation model before you value the revenue.
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**Seller ready to exit now with sales trajectory for 2026 increasing** Key Highlights: -Seats not rented hair stylist paid hourly. -Convert to renting seats. -High foot traffic in prime location. -Established clientele. -Open every day to increase sales revenue Size: 706 SQ FT. Lease: Ends 08/31/27 option to renew. Rent: $2,836 plus CAM. Employees: 3 FT Stylist, 2 PT Stylist, 2 Receptionist. Hours: Monday to Saturday: 8am to 7pm. Sunday: 9am to 4pm.
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Beauty Spa Business For Sale. Established multi-location personal care business operating in San Diego with a long history of providing waxing, brow, lash, facial, and skincare services. The company serves a large base of loyal, repeat clients through two leased locations. It benefits from an experienced team, established operating procedures, and efficient systems that support day-to-day operations. Customer acquisition is driven through referrals, strong online reviews, digital marketing, and automated booking technology, while recurring service appointments contribute to consistent client engagement and repeat business. The current owner is actively involved in managing the business, overseeing staff, operations, marketing, and overall business performance, but does not provide services to clients. This creates an opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to assume the management role and build upon an established foundation with trained staff, proven systems, and a recognized market presence. Growth opportunities include expanding marketing efforts, introducing additional services, increasing retail product sales, enhancing client retention programs, and pursuing geographic expansion. The business is best suited for an owner-operator seeking to actively manage and grow an established operation while benefiting from its loyal customer base and experienced team. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
Est. Membership Base, Indoor/Outdoor Service, Growth Potential Confidential offering. Please do not contact employees, customers, neighboring businesses or the landlord. Business name, exact location and additional information will be provided to qualified buyers upon execution of an NDA and proof of funds. Unique opportunity to acquire an established boutique nail and beauty studio on a major street in desirable Culver City. This second-floor salon offers an inviting indoor/outdoor environment that sets it apart from a traditional nail salon. The approximately 771 SF interior is complemented by a 296 SF outdoor patio, providing approximately 1,067 SF of combined indoor and outdoor space. The salon can accommodate approximately 10 guests at one time and includes multiple service areas, an attractive outdoor setting for services, and a semi-private treatment area currently used for lash services. 2025 membership sales income: $58,705.00. This is a solid basis to continue to build the business. The current absentee owner has established the concept, loyal customer following and membership foundation. A new owner with strong sales and marketing skills could build recurring revenue by growing memberships, expanding services, developing referral programs, increasing utilization during slower periods, hosting private events and pursuing corporate accounts. Culver City's concentration of entertainment, technology and creative companies creates an especially interesting opportunity for corporate outreach. Nearby major employers include Sony Pictures Entertainment, Amazon MGM Studios/Prime Video and Apple, along with numerous gaming, production, visual-effects and media companies. Potential opportunities include employee and corporate memberships, prepaid beauty packages, employee appreciation events, private salon gatherings, corporate gifting and special-event packages. The indoor/outdoor configuration is particularly well suited for intimate private groups and events. This opportunity is ideal for an outgoing owner-operator who enjoys customer interaction, networking, social media, community outreach and business development. An experienced beauty professional could also explore additional complementary services to maximize use of the space, subject to licensing and landlord approval. Current monthly occupancy is approximately $3,791.65, consisting of $3,136.46 base rent, $355.19 CAM and $300 parking. Parking is available, an important convenience for customers and staff. Lease Term: Through March 31, 2029. A new direct lease is available. The sale offers an opportunity to acquire an established operation, existing clientele and membership base, furnishings, equipment, improvements and operating infrastructure without the time and expense of starting a salon from scratch. Confidential offering. Please do not contact employees, customers, neighboring businesses or the landlord. Business name, exact location and additional information will be provided to qualified buyers upon execution of an NDA and proof of funds. Bizbuysell Ad#:2557294
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Here’s an opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey luxury hair salon serving an affluent San Diego coastal market. Featuring a well-established operation with a loyal, upscale client base and a reputation for advanced color work, precision cutting, and personalized service. Established in 2014, the business operates from a highly visible location in an affluent area and serves a mix of professionals, families, and repeat clientele. The salon utilizes a hybrid staffing model with commissioned stylists and independent station renters, supported by structured training systems, documented procedures, and ongoing education programs. Services include haircuts, specialty coloring, smoothing treatments, styling, and premium retail products. The business benefits from strong client retention, recurring appointment activity, walk-in traffic, and a collaborative team culture built around service consistency and technical expertise. The sale includes a fully equipped, turnkey salon environment designed to support continued operations and future growth opportunities under new ownership. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
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Salon & Boutique For Sale. Established full-service salon and boutique located in a desirable San Diego area with a modern, professionally designed build-out and an established customer base. The business offers a wide range of hair services, including cutting, coloring, extensions, smoothing treatments, bridal and special event styling, along with retail beauty products. The sale includes the salon's furniture, fixtures, equipment, branding, website, online presence, and other business assets, providing a turnkey opportunity for a buyer looking to enter or expand within the beauty industry. This offering is best suited for an owner-operator, existing salon owner, or industry professional seeking an established location with opportunities to implement their own operating strategy and build upon an existing foundation. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
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Thai massage spa for sale in a busy downtown San Diego location. Established in 2016, this operating spa provides Thai massage and other spa-related services. The business has an established base of local customers while also serving visitors to the downtown area. The approximately 1,400-square-foot space is set up for continued spa operations and includes massage tables, furnishings, and other equipment. The business currently operates with four full-time and one part-time employee, including massage therapists. This is an opportunity for a buyer seeking an established downtown location, existing customer base, trained staff, and operating infrastructure rather than starting a new spa from scratch. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
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A wellness vision realized Gentle Crane Wellness Spa opened in September 2023 following a substantial six-figure investment in its approximately 2,055-square-foot location in a grocery-anchored Rancho Cucamonga shopping center. The result is an established boutique massage and wellness spa with a completed buildout and an operating foundation already in place. The business was developed by an owner with more than 18 years of wellness-industry experience spanning both large spa-chain operations and luxury/full-service hotel spa environments. Gentle Crane was intentionally designed to combine the operating discipline and consistency of a franchise model with the broader treatment capabilities and guest experience of a full-service day spa. A broader treatment platform The spa features seven treatment rooms, including couples and ADA-accessible accommodations, along with a private shower and body-treatment room, commercial laundry facilities, and eight electric lift massage tables. The private-shower and body-treatment capability supports a wider range of services than massage alone. Services include therapeutic and couples massage, prenatal massage, reflexology and foot treatments, Himalayan salt stone therapy, cupping, scalp treatments, body scrubs, body wraps, and other wellness enhancements. This diversified menu supports different guest preferences and opportunities for complementary treatments. An established operating foundation Trained W-2 employees, established procedures and Zenoti booking system support day-to-day operations. The seller reports nearly 4,000 client profiles in Zenoti booking system, reflecting the customer relationships developed since opening. The next chapter The owner is offering this established wellness business for sale due to family relocation. Following a review of current market feedback, the asking price has been repositioned to $199,000. A new owner can build on the existing facility, service capabilities and operating systems, with many of the startup and development risks already addressed. 2025 financial performance The finalized 2025 tax return reports $369,661 in net receipts and $54,032 in ordinary business income, with $17,162 in depreciation expense. After adding back depreciation and $800 of California state/franchise tax, broker-adjusted Seller's Discretionary Earnings are approximately $72,000. The exact $71,994 calculation is provided in the CIM addendum. Capacity for future growth The existing seven-room footprint provides additional operating capacity without requiring immediate expansion of the premises. Opportunities include digital outreach, referral relationships, improved booking conversion, and greater promotion of body treatments, gift cards and service packages. These initiatives offer potential for future growth, subject to buyer execution and customer demand. Location and lease Located near I-210 in a grocery-anchored retail center with established dining options, the spa offers convenient access and exposure to daily-needs shopping traffic. The current lease term runs through October 2028. Any future extension or revised lease terms would be subject to landlord review and approval. Buyer value at $199,000 At the repositioned asking price of $199,000, a qualified buyer is acquiring an established operating wellness platform with completed buildout, trained staff, an existing client base, diversified service capabilities, systems, equipment and an existing revenue-generating operation, without the development time and execution required to build a comparable operation from the ground up. Seller transition training is available on terms to be agreed. The opportunity may suit a hands-on owner-operator or an experienced spa owner seeking an additional location. Financial documentation is available to qualified buyers after NDA execution and confirmation of financial capacity.
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Owner-operated skin care business for sale offering an established opportunity for a licensed esthetician seeking to operate their own practice. Established in 1999, the business has developed a long-standing client base, including loyal clients who have been with the owner for many years. Services include customized facials, anti-aging and acne treatments, microcurrent treatments, microdermabrasion, oxygen facials, waxing, and related skin care services. The business also uses and offers a variety of recognized professional skin care and cosmetic product lines. Operations are streamlined, with no employees and services provided by appointment. The current owner is retiring and will provide training to assist with the transition. An additional room at the location may provide an opportunity for a new owner to expand services or generate income from a complementary beauty or wellness professional. To automatically receive additional information and an NDA, please submit your request through the website form.
Established, boutique nail salon with a strong reputation, loyal clientele, and significant repeat business. The business is differentiated by its focus on clean, non-toxic products, exceptional hygiene standards, and high-quality personalized service. Its thoughtfully designed environment and commitment to client safety have helped establish a premium position within its local market. The salon operates with an experienced team and established systems, creating an attractive opportunity for a new owner to step into an existing operation rather than build from scratch. The business has developed a substantial base of repeat customers and benefits from strong demand, appointment-based operations, and word-of-mouth referrals. The business has demonstrated strong revenue and cash flow performance, with meaningful year-over-year growth. There are also clear opportunities for a new owner to increase revenue through team expansion, additional services, extended operating hours, and selective retail or service enhancements. An excellent opportunity for an owner-operator, experienced salon professional, or strategic buyer seeking an established, premium service business with a differentiated concept, loyal clientele, and additional room for growth. Additional financial, operational, and location information will be provided to qualified buyers upon execution of a confidentiality agreement.
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Ready do you dream of owning your spa? Here's your chance to step into a fully-equipped, stylish nail spa with a loyal clientele in a prime location!- Modern interior and relaxing ambiance- Top-quality equipment and inventory included- Established brand with a social media presence- Trained staff (optional to retain)- High foot traffic area with excellent visibility Whether you're an entrepreneur or a beauty professional, this is a golden opportunity to step into success. Contact us today and make this spa yours!
National transaction benchmarks for beauty and personal care business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating beauty and personal care business acquisitions.
If stylists rent chairs or own their following, you may be buying a name and a build-out, not a client base. Understand the compensation model before you value the revenue.
Your providers are the business; remove two key technicians and you have a lease and some chairs. Review who's contracted and who could walk down the street.
Recurring memberships and retail product are stickier and higher-margin than walk-ins. Get the mix and price the recurring portion differently.
Cosmetology licenses, sanitation records, and inspection history are real liabilities. Confirm the business and its providers are current and clean.
Foot traffic, parking, and a transferable lease drive a salon or spa, and remaining term can matter more than the equipment.
Tables, spa and tanning equipment, and the build-out wear and date quickly. Know what needs refreshing to keep clients coming.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.