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Remaining term, renewal options, rent escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a retail deal. A great store with a weak or non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
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Profitable Shoe Store & Repair Shop – Established for 38 Years Asking Price: $20,000 Net Profit: $55,000 Semi-Absentee Located in a busy shopping center with major anchor stores and high visibility. This long-established business offers a unique mix of retail and repair services with steady foot traffic and no nearby competition. Retail: Fine imported footwear, mainly Italian-made, with ~2x markup. Repair: Professional shoe & leather repair with 3 stretching and 3 stitching machines ~4x markup. Staff: One part-time shoe repair specialist. Training: Owner will provide 6 weeks of training for a smooth transition. Excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or semi-absentee investor. Strong reputation, loyal clientele, and room for growth. Turnkey business in prime location – inquire today!
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Profitable main street business with growth potential! $55,000 Net Profit Retail Shoe Store & Repair Shop|Semi-Absentee|Established 38 Years Located in a busy shopping center featuring major anchor stores and excellent visibility from the main road. The shop benefits from steady foot traffic and virtually no competition in the surrounding area. The store offers a unique combination of retail and repair services: Retail: Specializes in fine imported footwear, primarily Italian-made shoes. The retail markup averages 2x cost. Repair: Offers professional shoe and leather repair services, supported by three stretching machines and three stitching machines, all in working condition. Repair services typically achieve a 4x markup on cost. The business currently employs one part-time shoe repair specialist. The owner is offering an extended training period to ensure a smooth transition, making this an excellent opportunity for someone with limited experience in retail or shoe repair. This is an ideal opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey business in a prime location with an established clientele, quality vendor relationships, and significant room for further growth.

8AM-11PM Mon-Sun (7 days per week) $65,000 per month gross sales Rent is $3,340
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This 1800 SQ Turn key Restaurant with Grocery and Meat Market, with only $5300 NNN rent, Located in a No-competition area with high growth potential in a busy road. Operating: Over 5 years with a very stable and 90% returning customer base. Fully equipped: Includes all equipment, supplies, and materials for seamless operations. Staff & manager included: Ready to help you continue the business smoothly. base on tax return over a $500k in Gross sale and $350 k gross profits. Owner claims gross monthly income of $45 k and $14 k in net montly profit
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This is 2860 sq ft, a very productive absentee owner beauty salon. The rent is $10,6000.The rent is Water, garbage collection and maintenance of the guest bathroom. Located in a very busy shopping center in Contra Costa County, with lots of walking customers and ample parking. The salon has a 25 station and 2 facial rooms,5 shampoo bowel, break room and 3 bathrooms and also washer and dryer. The seller is not a Cosmetologist. Have one receptionist. 17 stations are already rented. New buyers can bring more beauty services to add on the income. The lease will expire 2024 and option can be extended to the right buyer. Seller claims the annual gross income $144,000. Stations are rented on a weekly basis. 5 days a week - $400. 4 days a week - $320, 1 day a week - $83. Miscellaneous expenses , software, insurance, biweekly cleaning ,back bar supplies, bookkeeping, telephone, security system, internet, electric and gas, taxes, etc approx. $12500 per month. Call Agent Nima Sadati DRE #01358748 for more information.
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Great opportunity to own an established, thriving grocery store with restaurant, in a prime, high traffic location with no competition. Located in Contra Costa County with tremendous potential for growth. This market offers a wide selection of fresh meats, fresh produce, prepared meals from the kitchen, and a variety of convenience items, ensuring a one-stop shop for your everyday needs. Seller claims annual gross: $3,000,000 Margin: 40% Floor Space: 4,700 s.f. Rent: $8,700 including NNN Lease: 10 + 10 yrs option Hours: 8.30AM - 10PM Employees: 5 Payroll: $24,000/m Utilities: PG&E, water, Gas: $4000/m Asking: $2,200,000 Listing #4466
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This is an owner operated jewelry and reappear store, located in a bustling shopping center in Alameda County, offers a diverse range of high-quality products and services. Specializing in gold, white gold, silver, diamonds, and more, the store caters to a discerning clientele seeking both standard and custom-designed jewelry With services including sales, repair, design, sizing, and setting. Their income is 30% from repair and 70% from sales. Rent: $4,650 (including NNN) Lease expires Feb 2026 option 3 to 5 years. Well-designed and organized store layout Equipped for sales, repairs, and custom jewelry design. Markups ranging from 200% to 400% Operating Costs: PGE: $150/month Insurance: $100/month Internet: $95/month Alarm: $100/month Inventory: $50,000 Financials: Seller’s Claimed Total income per month $30,000 Total expenses around $ 5200.00 Call for more information agent.
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This is a great opportunity to own a thriving gas station with property 1500 sf building on 16000sf lot. Annual Gross, $2,184,000 plus $300,000 Lotto. 8 nozzles, pumping 35000 Gallons/month; Margin $1.00- $1.20/ Gal ; Store Sale: $300,000/yr; Payroll: $9000/mo; PG&E: 1500/mo; Water/Trash: $400/mo; Asking $3,500,000 Call 510-427-8597 for more information.
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Turnkey Retail Boutique – Prime Downtown Location in Marin County – Asset Sale Retail Space & Assets Ready for Your Vision! Looking to start your own boutique or expand your retail brand? This is a rare asset sale opportunity to acquire a fully built-out clothing store in the heart of a thriving shopping district! Priced at Just $80,000 – A Fraction of the Startup Cost! Why This Opportunity Stands Out: -Prime Retail Location – High foot traffic, ideal for retail success. -Fully Built-Out & Move-In Ready – Modern fixtures, displays, and a stylish interior included. -Inventory Included – Save time and upfront costs with existing merchandise. -Turnkey Setup – Perfect for an entrepreneur looking to launch a store without starting from scratch. -E-Commerce Potential – Website & digital presence included for easy online expansion. -Flexible Concept – Keep the boutique as-is or rebrand with your own vision! What’s Included in the Sale? -All Inventory & Fixtures – Clothing, displays, racks, POS system, and decor. -Established Branding & Website – Immediate online and local presence. -Assumable Lease Opportunity – Landlord approval required. -Seamless Transition – No lengthy setup process—start selling right away! Important Note: This is an ASSET SALE – The seller is moving on from the business and is offering this turnkey retail setup at a significant discount compared to the cost of starting from scratch. No financials will be provided, as this is not a profitable business sale. Who This Opportunity is Perfect For: -Aspiring boutique owners looking for a move-in-ready retail space. -Existing retailers wanting to expand into a new location with minimal upfront costs. -Creative entrepreneurs looking for a high-traffic retail space to launch a new concept. Act Fast – This Won’t Last! Own a fully equipped boutique in a sought-after retail location at a fraction of the startup cost!
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$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.
National transaction benchmarks for retail business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $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 retail business acquisitions.
Remaining term, renewal options, rent escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a retail deal. A great store with a weak or non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
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.
Reconcile point-of-sale data against bank deposits and tax returns. Understand gross margin by category and how discounting affects it.
Location quality, nearby anchors, and parking drive walk-in revenue. Visit at different times and check that the trade area still supports the business.
Exclusive brands, supplier credit, and minimum order sizes affect both margin and risk. Make sure those relationships transfer to a new owner.
Owner-run stores often lean on the owner relationships and hours. Understand staffing, turnover, and what it costs to operate without the seller.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.