Businesses for Sale in Ohio
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Turnkey Marketplace, Perfect for a Part Time Owner
Own a year-round destination market for vintage goods, keepsakes and home décor where hundreds of independent venders pay recurring monthly rent for their space, plus a commission on every sale. Rent and commissions are deducted directly from each vendor's sales before payout, keeping collection issues rare. Vendors own the merchandise, so The Company carries almost no inventory and no inventory risk. Demand speaks for itself: there is a long waiting list for new vendors, vacancies refill within days, and sales have grown every year under current ownership. Ownership has identified a clear path to revenue growth to be shared with the buyer. An experienced management team runs daily operations, and the owner can step away for a couple of weeks at a time without issue, working approximately 25 hours most weeks. Owner wishes to move out of state and will provide transition support. Located in Northern Ohio.
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Online Auto Performance & Modification Brand - Industry Leader
E-Commerce leader in the Automotive Performance and Modification Industry based in Ohio. This brand attracts car enthusiasts (all across North America & around the World) who are committed to upgrading the performance of their high end vehicles. The loyal client base and future customers come to rely on the specialty nature of the 300+ SKUs, many of which have been designed and perfected in house. This business began in 2018 & has experienced steady growth year over year now sitting as a leader in this market under the original founder and current owner. The business is 90% online sales and 10% service with a full time skilled technician who services vehicles shipped in from all over North America and remote tunes vehicles all over the world. The business has recently experienced 40% YOY growth. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: *Diverse Supply Chain. *Minimal warehousing requirements. *Low working Capital. *50% repeat order rate. *Products are environmentally compliant. Products & Services offered include the sale of performance parts (i.e. downpipes, carbon fiber appearance products, intake products, HP Tuners, and turbochargers) as well as service and installation. Current inventory is approx. $350,000. Wholesale value of 300+ SKUS. Included with the purchase. The business has been recognized for being ahead of the curve in innovation. The proprietary technology solves a vehicle owners challenge of reducing emissions when utilizing high performance car parts. Average order is approx. $1,000. The ideal client is a car enthusiasts, primarily male with a high concentration of buyers ages 35-55.
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Established Outpatient Mental Health & Counseling Practice
A well-established, fully licensed outpatient behavioral-health and counseling practice in Northeast Ohio is available for acquisition. Built over approximately six years into a stable, multi-clinician agency, the practice delivers individual counseling, medication management, peer support, and structured group programming from a leased, downtown office suite. It is dually credentialed — certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) and nationally accredited by CARF — with both credentials secured through 2029. Investment Highlights • Dual credentialing in place — OhioMHAS certification and CARF accreditation, both valid through 2029 — roughly a 2.5-year runway before the next renewal cycle. • Broad payer access — in-network with six commercial insurers and all Ohio Medicaid plans; ~80% of clients are in-network, supporting steady insured demand. • Diversified referral base — families, online search, county agencies and courts, physicians, and attorneys, plus a formal county probation/court program contract — no single source dominates. • Multi-disciplinary team — 8 licensed providers (including a nurse-practitioner prescriber) plus 2 administrators; all W-2, with health insurance, a 401(k), and signed non-compete / non-solicitation agreements. • Documented, transferable operations — a ~400-page policy-and-procedure manual and modern, transferable EHR, billing, and telehealth systems. • Clean risk history — no malpractice claims, board complaints, licensing actions, or employment disputes. • Clear growth runway — reactivate paid marketing, expand telehealth (currently ~10% of visits), grow group programming, and fill an open clinical seat.
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Established Flooring Retailer & Installation Company
A profitable, long-established floor-covering retailer and installation company serving the Akron–Cleveland corridor from a high-visibility, Type-A retail showroom. The business sells and installs carpet, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), hardwood, tile, and sheet vinyl, with roughly 90–95% of volume sold on a full-service, measure-and-install basis. It competes on reputation, expertise, and buying power rather than price promotion — as a long-standing charter member of an elite national flooring buying group, it commands national-account pricing, below-street costs, and manufacturer rebates that a small independent could not otherwise access. The owner is retiring and will support a transition of up to approximately six months. BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ▪ Revenue mix: carpet ~55% · LVP & vinyl ~35% · tile, sheet vinyl and other ~10%. ▪ Customer mix: ~90% residential replacement · ~10% commercial. ▪ Channel: ~87% retail walk-in and showroom traffic. ▪ Team: owner plus 3 employees, and roughly 4 subcontract install crews with 5–30 year tenures. ▪ Facility: ~5,400 SF owner-occupied showroom on a 1+ acre corner lot, plus a ~10,000 SF leased warehouse and office. ▪ Owner works ~15 hours per week in the showroom. WHY IT'S ATTRACTIVE ▪ Realized gross margin near 40%, driven by elite buying-group purchasing power and disciplined job costing. ▪ Seven decades of goodwill in a high-visibility, Type-A location the community has known for 60+ years. ▪ 4.9-star online reputation; an estimated 85–90% of new customers arrive by repeat business and referral. ▪ Close rate on quotes of ~75–80%, versus an industry average of roughly 30–35%. ▪ Proven resilience — the team ran the business for ~2.5 months during the owner's unplanned medical absence and roughly broke even. ▪ Debt-free, clean books, excellent supplier credit, and a lean 3-employee team plus long-tenured install crews. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES ▪ Marketing spend is only ~1% of sales versus an industry average of 3–4% — an obvious, low-cost lever. ▪ No CRM, email program, or active social presence; 20+ years of customer files exist but email was never consistently captured. ▪ The commercial / property-management channel was recently wound down and is ready to be rebuilt. ▪ Hard-surface (LVP and tile) has been the fastest-growing category since the showroom expansion. ▪ Room to add design services, in-home selling, and a builder or property-management program.
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Premier Catering Company for sale Columbus
This award-winning catering company represents a premier business opportunity in Columbus. Established in the 1970s, the company has built a distinguished reputation serving the regional market with comprehensive catering solutions. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE The business demonstrates strong financial performance with over $2.2 million in revenue generated across the past three years and profits exceeding $650,000. Current sales projections for 2025-2026 indicate consistent performance trajectory. The operational infrastructure is designed to support annual revenues exceeding $4 million. FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT The company operates from a fully equipped facility featuring corporate offices, display room, conference rooms, tasting room, hot and cold commercial kitchens, prep room, storage areas, loading dock with garage doors, and walk-in coolers and freezer units. The business maintains a fleet of delivery vehicles including trucks and vans, enabling simultaneous service to multiple events. ORGANIZATION & STAFFING The operation maintains an experienced team structure including sales personnel, finance staff, event consultants, executive chef, operations manager, culinary staff, and prep team members. This established workforce provides operational continuity and service consistency. OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE. The current owners are retiring, creating a turnkey acquisition opportunity for qualified buyers. This established enterprise offers immediate market entry into the lucrative catering industry with proven systems, experienced staff, and comprehensive infrastructure positioned for continued growth and profitability.
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franchise Sub Shop for sale OSU campus
Prime Ohio State Campus Restaurant Opportunity Sub Shop Franchise Own one of the most recognizable sandwich restaurants on Ohio State's High Street! Dave's Cosmic Subs is a popular gourmet sandwich restaurant featuring premium meats and cheeses, fresh-baked bread, generous portions, and made-to-order subs. The menu also includes fresh salads, soups, cookies, chips, and beverages, creating a broad appeal for lunch, dinner, takeout, catering, and delivery. Its fun, music-inspired atmosphere and loyal customer following have made it a favorite destination for students, faculty, professionals, and neighborhood residents. Located directly across from The Ohio State University student hub, Dave's Cosmic Subs enjoys exceptional visibility, constant pedestrian traffic, and a loyal customer following. This established location is known for its fresh, made-to-order gourmet subs, vibrant atmosphere, and strong brand recognition. Highlights • Prime High Street location • Heavy student, faculty, and visitor traffic • Established business with loyal clientele • Turn-key operation • Strong catering, delivery, and growth potential This is a rare opportunity to acquire a successful, well-established restaurant in one of Columbus' busiest and most desirable retail corridors.
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Profitable Industrial Painting & Coatings Business – Sale Pending
This long-standing industrial painting and coatings company offers a rare chance to acquire a durable, cash-flowing business positioned in the heart of Northeast Ohio’s manufacturing base. With over seven decades of history, the company services customers requiring specialized coating applications for industrial components and finished goods. Its customer base spans automotive, aerospace, machinery, construction-related, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Strong retention and recurring demand have led to consistent annual sales, with the majority of business generated from long-term repeat relationships. The industrial coatings sector continues to benefit from ongoing demand for corrosion protection, durability enhancement, and high-quality finishing standards. A new owner could accelerate growth through modern marketing, outside sales development, or expanded service capabilities. Ideal for strategic acquirers, synergistic manufacturers, or hands-on entrepreneurs.
Turnkey Northeast Ohio Childcare Center
A long-established, fully licensed childcare center in a desirable Summit County, Ohio community is offered for sale due to the founder’s retirement after 37 continuous years of operation. The Center has built a remarkable multi-generational following — parents who attended as children are now enrolling their own kids — with average length of enrollment near five years and a tenured staff team carrying 8 to 30 years of service. Licensed for 50 children (60+ during summer school-age sessions), the Center is operating near capacity year-round, maintains an active waitlist for infant care, and acquires new families almost entirely through word-of-mouth referrals — essentially zero marketing spend. The state-approved Creative Curriculum, Step Up to Quality participation, and a spotless inspection history with the Ohio Department of Children and Youth provide a strong compliance foundation, while a “home-like” setting in a converted residential property gives the Center a clear competitive edge over institutional competitors. The complementary real estate is available for purchase alongside the business, with seller financing entertained for qualified buyers — an ideal acquisition for an owner-operator, regional childcare consolidator, or first-time buyer seeking an established cash-flowing operation with built-in growth headroom in tuition, infant-room capacity, and on-site expansion potential.
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Physical Therapy Franchise - Fully Staffed & Community Focused
Franchise Physical Therapy Clinic. Specializing in Ortho and Pelvic Health, but with a big differentiator of Balance & Vestibular care. We have specialized tools (Overhead safety support system, Vestibular goggles, etc) that make us feel like a big clinic, but with the service of a family owned operation. Our doctors provide expert care in getting people back to their best. We offer pre-surgical support, post surgical rehab, sports injuries, and fall risk prevention services. In addition, we offer a comprehensive pelvic floor therapy, with level 1 & 2 certifications. Cash based services are a growing segment in the business, with lots of room to grow, including dry needling and retail merchandise. We provide Physical Therapy services to the local community. This is a rapidly growing segment of healthcare. Healthcare overall is a steady and predictable segment of the economy. With our balance and fall risk prevention services, we are well positioned to care for the many aging baby boomer generation.
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Pizza & Bar Venue w/Outdoor Performance Stage | Owner Absentee
This is a one of a kind opportunity to purchase a profitable, well-loved casual bar and pizzeria concept located near one of Ohio's most sought-after recreational lakes, with a loyal following, a live music stage, and real room to grow. The venue has carved out a strong niche in its market as the go-to spot for both locals and visitors. Whether it's a Friday night band, a game on the big screen, or a family grabbing pizza after a day on the water, this place draws a crowd across multiple occasions. Dine-in or enjoy the patio life as you enjoy a specialty pizza, the Midwest pub-style setting with burgers, wings, subs, salads, and more. Delivery rounds out the revenue mix, keeping the business active from multiple angles. What makes this concept work is simple. Great food, a fun atmosphere, and a location that does a lot of the heavy lifting. Being near the water draws boaters and vacationers throughout the warmer months, while a dedicated local customer base keeps things humming year-round. And it does all of this without requiring the owner to be present day to day, a true absentee-run operation with a team already in place. For the right buyer, this is a turnkey opportunity that includes not just the business but the real estate as well. You're not just buying a restaurant, you're acquiring property with an established brand, a proven menu, and a built-in entertainment draw that sets it apart from your typical bar and grill. Owner-operators, investors, and seasoned hospitality groups alike will recognize the value here. This is a combined transaction requiring the purchase of both the business and the real estate. The property is priced separately and must close concurrently with the business sale Highlights: Absentee owner operated with staff in place Live music stage and sports bar atmosphere Dine-in, patio, and delivery revenue streams Established brand with strong local recognition Thriving seasonal tourism market with year-round local support Modern technology utilized for efficiency and profitability Strong vendor relationships