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Smoke Shops
Smoke Shops
Dispensary
Merced County, California, United States
Merced County, CA, US
Dispensary for Sale – (Merced County) Asking Price: $500,000 (Inventory Sold Separately) Business Type: Retail Cannabis Dispensary + Delivery License Square Footage: Approx. 2,000 sq. ft. Lease: $3,200/month | 3 Years Remaining | Friendly Landlord Staff: Managed by Owner + 4 Full-Time Employees Business Overview This is a turnkey and fully licensed cannabis dispensary located in a high-visibility, easily accessible commercial zone in Merced County. The dispensary is clean, professionally operated, and maintains steady monthly sales with a loyal repeat customer base. In addition to in-store retail sales, this business also holds a California-licensed cannabis delivery permit, adding an additional revenue stream and growth potential. Financial Performance Category Details Monthly Gross Sales ~$85,000/month (previously ~$120,000) Inventory ~$75,000–$100,000 (sold separately) Staffing 4 Full-Time Employees + Owner oversight Opportunity Competitor recently opened nearby — strong potential to regain market share through marketing & menu adjustments Property & Lease Approx. 2,000 sq. ft. Ample customer parking Lease: $3,200/month with 3 years remaining Landlord is cooperative, and there may be an option to purchase the building Strong security systems in place Licensing All state and local cannabis licenses are active and in good standing: - Retail Storefront License - Delivery License - Local City Licenses Current - METRC Compliant The buyer will receive full assistance during license transition. Growth Opportunities Expand delivery radius and service hours Revamp menu & product assortment to compete with newer operators Implement digital marketing / online ordering enhancements Add loyalty programs & promotional events Potential to purchase building for long-term control & equity growth Terms Asking Price: $500,000 (Business Only) Inventory: Sold separately at cost (~$75K–$100K) Seller Financing: Available with substantial down payment NDA & Proof of Funds required before additional details are provided.
$500,000Asking Price
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Liquor Stores
Delis & Sandwich Shops
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Large Liquor, Grocery & Deli
San Mateo County, California, United States
San Mateo County, CA, US
Here is a rare opportunity for an experienced operator to take over a large, established neighborhood liquor, grocery, and deli location in the heart of San Mateo County. This freestanding building with a large private parking lot has served the surrounding community for approximately 40 years as a neighborhood one-stop destination. The property has historically accommodated groceries, liquor, deli, and other neighborhood services. After decades of serving the community, the owner has retired and is now ready to lease the premises to a qualified new operator who has the experience, vision, and financial ability to bring this location back to its full potential. HUGE UPSIDE FOR THE RIGHT OPERATOR The store is approximately 4,980 square feet and offers tremendous potential for an operator willing to perform cosmetic improvements, modernize the store, and invest in inventory. With the right merchandising, product selection, marketing, and management, this location has the potential to generate substantial monthly sales. An experienced operator may be able to build sales toward the $250,000–$350,000 per month range, although no sales level is guaranteed. The location already has several valuable features in place, including: Existing liquor license Approximately a 14-door walk-in cooler Large grocery and liquor retail area Dedicated deli area Separate space that could potentially be developed into a small restaurant, specialty food concept, or ice cream shop, subject to required approvals Large upstairs storage/office area Private bathroom and shower Excellent customer parking Freestanding building with strong visibility Approximately 4,980 square feet BELOW-MARKET RENT & EXCELLENT LEASE TERMS One of the biggest advantages of this opportunity is the proposed rent. The landlord is offering the premises at approximately $3.00 per square foot, or about $14,940 per month, compared with the owner's estimate of approximately $4.00 per square foot for comparable space in the area. For a qualified operator, the landlord is prepared to offer a 7-year lease plus two additional 5-year options, providing the stability needed to invest in the location and build a long-term business. IDEAL FOR AN EXPERIENCED OPERATOR This is not simply a small liquor store. It is a large-format neighborhood retail opportunity that could combine liquor, grocery, deli, specialty foods, and other complementary concepts under one roof. The location needs cosmetic improvements and substantial new inventory, which is exactly where the opportunity lies. A capable operator can redesign the store, improve the product mix, modernize the deli, and create a destination business for the surrounding community. The landlord is seeking a qualified, experienced operator. Prospective tenants should be prepared to provide proof of funds and evidence of relevant operating experience. After approximately 40 years at this location, the property is ready for its next chapter.
$90,000Asking Price
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Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Grocery Store & Afghan Bakery | Great Alameda County Opportunity
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
Excellent opportunity to own a grocery store with a newly improved commercial bakery operation in the heart of Alameda County. The business is located on a busy main street with strong traffic, excellent visibility, and relatively low overhead—an ideal combination for an owner-operator or family-run business. OVER $130,000 RECENTLY INVESTED EXISTING BUSINESS WITH ROOM TO GROW The grocery store currently generates approximately $40,000 per month in sales, with significant opportunity for an active owner to increase revenue through: ● Expanding the fresh Afghan bread and bakery operation ● Wholesale bread distribution throughout the Bay Area ● Adding additional prepared foods and specialty grocery items ● Increasing local marketing and delivery ● Expanding relationships with restaurants and other grocery stores The seller is motivated and is willing to help train the buyer and teach them the bread-making operation, making this an especially attractive opportunity for someone entering the business. ATTRACTIVE LEASE Monthly Rent: Only $5,650 The current lease runs through 2032, providing the buyer with valuable long-term stability. The landlord has also indicated a willingness to consider extending or renewing the lease for a qualified tenant. This could be an excellent opportunity for a family-run operation, experienced grocery operator, baker, or entrepreneur looking for an established location with substantial improvements already completed and a bakery concept that can potentially be expanded throughout the Bay Area.
$320,000Asking Price
$480,000Revenue
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Food & Related products
Liquor Stores
Food & Related products
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Liquor Store with Deli Approx. $180,000 Net Income
Sacramento County, California, United States
Sacramento County, CA, US
Liquor Store with Deli Approx. $180,000 Net Income This is an outstanding opportunity to own a well-established, profitable liquor store with a deli, located in a busy neighborhood shopping center with excellent visibility and steady customer traffic. The business enjoys a loyal customer base and offers significant upside for an owner-operator. According to the seller, the store generates approximately $80,000 in monthly gross sales, including approximately $15,000 per month in Lottery sales. One of the biggest advantages of this business is its very low rent of only $3,100 per month, helping maximize profitability. The store is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM and is currently operated with only two part-time employees. An owner-operator can expect to earn approximately $15,000 per month in net income while also having the opportunity to further increase sales through expanded deli offerings, additional product lines, and hands-on management. The lease offers excellent long-term security with 4 years remaining, plus two additional 5-year renewal options, providing stability for years to come. Motivated Seller – Asking Price: $495,000 For more information, please contact: Matt Sadati DRE# 00704888 or Tamana 510-415-6023
$490,000Asking Price
$1,140,000Revenue
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Liquor Stores
Other Retail
Liquor Stores
Other Retail
Liquor Store $360,000 Net Profit
California, United States
CA, US
$360,000 Net Profit This is a wonderful liquor store located in the fantastic, busy shopping center in the heart of Daly City, San Francisco County. They know this place is a lucky store; they had multiple lotto winners out of this store. The owner claims approximately over $200,000 per month in lotto sales. The base rent is $6000 per month and $3000 NNN the payroll is about $2,000/m, Cr/cd fees are about $1500/m and utility are about $2000/M The owner claims over $100,000/m in sales with a minimum of 35% markup. The owner-operator can easily make over $360,000 in net profit. For more information, contact the listing agent Matt Sadati DRE#0070488 or Tammy at 510-415-6023.
$850,000Asking Price
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Boba Tea & Dessert Shop
Other Retail
Boba Tea & Dessert Shop
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Absentee Chocolate Franchise - Profitable, Turnkey, $187K
Sonoma County, California, United States
Sonoma County, CA, US
Please find the details below for the absentee-owner chocolate factory franchise currently available for sale. This is a high-profit, well-maintained store with significant growth potential. The numbers below reflect absentee ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to invest in food industry as investor or owner operator. Financial Performance: - 2024: Gross Sales: $492,000 | Net Income: $69.00 - 2025: Gross Sales: $485,000 | Net Income: $55,000 - 2026 YTD: Gross Sales: $230,000 Lease Information: - Size: 1,733 sq ft - Remaining Term: 7 years - Monthly Rent: $3,907.00 - Monthly CAM Charge: $2,192.00 - Rent Escalation: Tied to CPI (annual breakdown detailed in the lease) Franchise Agreement & Support: - Remaining Term: 7 years - Royalty & Advertising Fees: 4-6% of gross income - Training: The franchisor will provide training on operational expectations, and the seller will provide on-site training at the location. Operations & Staffing: - Employees: 5 part-time employees and 1 manager (who splits time between two locations). - Monthly Payroll: $5,853.25 Growth Opportunities: This is a highly seasonal business with peak revenue during major holidays, including Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. An owner-operator could substantially increase income by reducing employee overhead, gaining tighter control over food costs, and implementing targeted promotions, additional products, and ready-made gift packages for fast holiday sales. Please let me know if you would like to discuss this opportunity further or review the lease and franchise agreements.
$187,000Asking Price
$485,000Revenue
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Other Retail
Other Retail
Profitable Absentee Chocolate Franchise - $187K
Sonoma County, California, United States
Sonoma County, CA, US
Please find the details below for the absentee-owner chocolate factory franchise currently available for sale. This is a high-profit, well-maintained store with significant growth potential. The numbers below reflect absentee ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to invest in the food industry as an investor or owner operator. Due to the size of this location, most chocolates are pre-packaged, only certain products are made on-site. Financial Performance: - 2024: Gross Sales: $365,000 | Net Income: $62000.00 - 2025: Gross Sales: $357,000 | Net Income: $49,000 - 2026 YTD: Gross Sales: $144,000 Lease Information: - Size: 529 sq ft - Remaining Term: 7 years - Monthly Rent: $3900 - Rent Escalation: Tied to CPI (annual breakdown detailed in the lease) Franchise Agreement & Support: - Remaining Term: 7 years - Royalty & Advertising Fees: 4-6% of gross income - Training: The franchisor will provide training on operational expectations, and the seller will provide on-site training at the location. Operations & Staffing: - Employees: 5 part-time employees and 1 manager (who splits time between two locations). - Monthly Payroll: $5,500 Growth Opportunities: This is a highly seasonal business with peak revenue during major holidays, including Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. An owner-operator could substantially increase income by reducing employee overhead, gaining tighter control over food costs, and implementing targeted promotions, additional products, and ready-made gift packages for fast holiday sales. Please let me know if you would like to discuss this opportunity further or review the lease and franchise agreements.
$187,000Asking Price
$357,000Revenue
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Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Grocery Stores & Supermarkets
Stockton Mexican Carniceria & Grocery — $65K/mo Sales, Beer/Wine
San Joaquin County, California, United States
San Joaquin County, CA, US
Mexican Carniceria & Grocery — $65K/mo Sales, Beer/Wine Mexican Meat & Grocery Market $278,000 $100k of inventory (Not included in asking price) Beer & Wine License Craving the bold, authentic flavors of Mexico? Step into Stockton Meat and Grocery Market for the freshest cuts of carne asada, house-made chorizo, and hard-to-find grocery . Carniceria (Butcher Shop): Freshest Produce massive selection of dried beans, and authentic Mexican sodas. This 3500 sf, 15,000 sf with Parking lot rent is $3500 (not including NNN), NNN and Utility $4000, with 20 years lease and option to renew. Owner claims $65k in monthly Sales Contact the agent Ali 925 298 2730
$278,000Asking Price
$780,000Revenue
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Liquor Stores
Other Retail
Liquor Stores
Other Retail
Liquor Store $150,000 Net Profit
California, United States
CA, US
$150,000 Net Profit This liquor store is in a prime location in a desirable part of San Francisco. It boasts a spacious layout with a large underground storage area. The property has an excellent lease, offering the potential to expand the business by introducing food items such as pizza or pastries. Situated on a busy corner, it serves as a convenient gathering spot for local shoppers. According to the owner, the store generates over $70,000 in monthly sales with a markup of 35% to 40%, plus an additional $15,000 per month from lottery sales. The 3,000 sq. ft. space has a monthly rent of $5,000, utilities averaging $2,000, and credit card processing fees of approximately $1,100. The absentee owner currently spends $7,000 per month on labor. With the current setup, the absentee owner earns around $10,000 per month. However, an owner-operator could generate over $150,000 annually. SERIOUS BUYERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FUNDS. For more information, contact the listing agent Matt Sadati DRE#0070488 or Tammy at 510-415-6023.
$499,000Asking Price
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Liquor Stores
Liquor Stores
Liquor Store gross: $42,000/monthly
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
Great opportunity to own an established, thriving liquor store in Alameda County at a reasonable price. Monthly gross: $42,000. Lotto sale $40,000/ month. Store floor space: 1200 sq.ft. Rent $4,750/month including NNN. Long term lease with option. Inventory: $90,000. Utilities: $1100/month. For more information, call 510-427-8597
$110,000Asking Price
$504,000Revenue
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Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for retail business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$448k
Median cash flow$86k
Median sale price$157k
Multiple range1.3x - 2.6x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$1.61m
Median cash flow$326k
Median sale price$770k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.3x
Over $2M
Median revenue$4.81m
Median cash flow$877k
Median sale price$4.13m
Multiple range3.4x - 5.1x
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.
What to know about retail business acquisitions
GW
Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating retail business acquisitions.
Value the inventory carefully
Establish what inventory is included, how it is valued, and how much is dead or seasonal stock. Inventory is often a large and negotiable part of the price.
Verify sales and margins at the register
Reconcile point-of-sale data against bank deposits and tax returns. Understand gross margin by category and how discounting affects it.
Assess foot traffic and the trade area
Location quality, nearby anchors, and parking drive walk-in revenue. Visit at different times and check that the trade area still supports the business.
Map supplier terms and concentration
Exclusive brands, supplier credit, and minimum order sizes affect both margin and risk. Make sure those relationships transfer to a new owner.
Clarify owner and staff roles
Owner-run stores often lean on the owner relationships and hours. Understand staffing, turnover, and what it costs to operate without the seller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, you can use a SBA loan to buy a retail business. Inventory and steady cash flow help, and qualification depends on clean financials, verifiable returns, and a seller who meets program requirements on the business side.