Strongsville, OH
For sale is an existing high traffic, established seasonal ice cream shop. The sale does not include the intellectual property of the existing business (the business name) -- so the opportunity to...
Strongsville, OH
For sale is an existing high traffic, established seasonal ice cream shop. The sale does not include the intellectual property of the existing business (the business name) -- so the opportunity to...
$199,900
Ventura County, CA
This is an asset sale being offered as is. The cafe previously operated successfully from 2004 until its recent closure and is located in a high-traffic shopping center, providing an excellent...
$51,000
Battle Ground, WA
RENT: Rent is $3300 base rent + $1,666 CAM. THIS IS NOT A BUSINESS SALE, THIS IS AN ASSET SALE. CURRENT BUSINESS FINANCIALS WILL NOT BE SHARED. Demographics: Popular location with lots of foot traffic...
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
This specialty tea shop for sale is located in a very busy part of Downtown Los Angeles in a prime shopping plaza with many other retail/food shops. Right off the 110 freeway, this location is walking...
$20,000
Los Angeles, CA
ONLINE GOURMET LOOSE LEAF TEA BUSINESS - ASSET SALE Established in 2009, this online gourmet loose leaf tea business offers a complete turnkey opportunity in the thriving health food and nutrition...
$12,775
Hayward, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: Freshly Built Tea Shop Asset Sale in Hayward, CA This turnkey 1,400 square foot tea shop represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a brand-new food service establishment in...
$150,000
Overland Park, KS
A gorgeous cafe that is independent. It can be converted to any concept the buyer desires. Construction already done and move in ready with clientele already built up. Drive thru location with rent...
$85,000
Los Angeles, CA
Business Description: Profitable Multi-Concept Ice Cream Boba Store in the Heart of Downtown LA Located in a prime corner unit, this stylish, modern boba shop offers three income streams: Specialty...
$98,600
Fredericksburg, VA
Own a 50% stake in one of Fredericksburg’s most charming and distinctive service based businesses. Prime location: one of Fredericksburg’s highest traffic retail areas. Unique concept: No other place...
$90,000
West Coxsackie, NY
Business closing due to owner not having the time to continue with it. Selling all business assets as a bundle or make an offer for individual equipment....
$30,000
Columbus, OH
Downtown’s most magnificent restaurant located one block from the State Capital on 3rd St. Hand painted 30 foot high coffered ceiling. Established restaurant location for over 30 years. Surrounded by...
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
$1,750,000
Coral Gables, FL
Rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey lease transfer (traspaso) in the heart of Coral Gables. This fully built-out space has over $330,000 already invested in demolition, design, construction,...
$125,000
Pasadena, CA
Glendive, MT
Located in the heart of Glendive, MT, this commercial property is a unique investment opportunity. The property is located on .6 acres of land and a versatile setup perfect for further development or...
$255,000
Medellin
Perfect for an entry-level entrepreneur or a seasoned investor. Retail space on the ground floor of a new and sustainable residential building in central Medellín, located next to the lobby of the...
$59,900
Ben Sutterlin
Corporate Equity/ Empire Business
Serving Cuyahoga County, OH
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Boston, MA
Turn-key ready! All brand-new equipment. Ready for your concept- QSR, cafe, luncheonette, take out. High volume location. Directly in front of Harvard Ave T stop on Green line in the heart of Allston...
$195,000
Magdalena, NM
Own a One-of-a-Kind, Thriving Restaurant in the Heart of New Mexico! The iconic and highly reputable Tumbleweeds Diner in Magdalena, NM, is now for sale—a rare, turnkey opportunity to own a...
$500,000
Los Angeles, CA
Rent: Asking $5,000/month Hours of Use: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Silverlake, Los Angeles, CA Business Type: Café / Coffee Shop / Tea House / Pastry & Baked Goods Real Estate: Leased...
Daly City, CA
Move-in ready for just $2,900/month — with your first month’s rent FREE. Operating as a café since 2015, this versatile space offers a clean, adaptable layout ideal for coffee, tea, boba, food...
Clinton, MO
Positioned directly adjacent to the thriving Sunrise Cannabis Dispensary—open from 8?am–9?pm daily at 2750 E Hwy?7—this prime commercial lot offers: - Guaranteed foot and drive-up traffic from a...
$5,000
Essex County, NJ
A wonderful old school downtown commerce district with all new facility. Professionally designed and built out just 3 years ago. Serving breakfast, lunch and early dinner serving Essex Counties...
$1,895,000
Turnkey Coffee Shop Business for Sale – Prime Kennesaw Location. Amazing opportunity to acquire an established and thriving specialty Colombian coffee shop located in the highly desirable Stilesboro...
$195,000
Location: 17820 State Route 9 SE, Snohomish, WA 98296 Veteran & Woman-owned with consistent loyal local community, commuters, families, and weekend traffic. It's in a Prime drive-thru location on...
$100,000
$75,000
Wellington, FL
Great Cafe with amazing reviews, great location with lowest rent in this area only $1600 a month with more than 4 years left in the lease that will help you stay in business as other similar...
$69,000
ESTABLISHED ORGANIC CAFE - FULLY OPERATIONAL AND SCALABLE This thriving organic cafe presents an exceptional opportunity in Wall Township, NJ's growing affluent market. Established in 2025, this...
Caffe Aronne, the most talked-about Italian café in NYC, is now franchising! With rave reviews, a cult following, and a proven success model, this is your chance to own a highly profitable coffee &...
$25,000
Hello, our store is located in the Plaza, a two-minute drive south of Katy's Costco. It's priced at $50,000 and has a big kitchen and is negotiable. We now offer our brand of fried chicken and milk...
$70,000
Boba Garden is a beautifully branded and fully operational bubble tea shop located in the heart of Winter Springs, Florida. Known for its vibrant aesthetic, warm ambiance, and premium-grade...
$99,000
Be part of a groundbreaking opportunity with Vogue Bubble Tea & Coffee Bar—the first bubble tea and coffee shop inside Walmart Supercenter locations nationwide! Capitalize on the unparalleled foot...
$30,000
* TURNKEY COFFEE SHOP BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - in Southern CALIFORNIA * Skip the Franchise Fees - Get Real Expertise and Partnership Instead! * $30,000 Complete Coffee Shop Setup, Supply, Service &...
$30,000
Welcome to Your Cozy Corner for Coffee, Gelato & Good Vibes Located in the growing area of Cordera in northeast Colorado Springs this little shop is a warm, welcoming spot where every visit feels like...
$99,000
Austin, TX
$205,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$195,000
$199,000
Sacramento, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$325,000
Westchester County, NY
$240,000
San Jose, CA
$400,000
Kings County, NY
$275,000
Calgary, AB
$90,000
Long Island City, NY
$550,000
Dane County, WI
$265,000
Buford, GA
$180,000
Clark Lee
Pacific Realty
Serving Fairfax County, VA
Houston, TX
$130,000
Denton, TX
$149,000
$225,000
Malone, NY
Long Beach, CA
$125,000
Chester County, PA
$240,000
Nassau County, NY
$200,000
Philadelphia, PA
$169,000
Williamson County, TN
$650,000
Sevierville, TN
$360,000
Land O Lakes, FL
$199,000
The coffee shop industry has experienced significant growth fueled by increasing urbanization, a rising middle class, and a growing appreciation for specialty coffee. There is a noticeable shift towards specialty coffee shops that offer unique brews, single-origin beans, and a focus on sustainability. Additionally, customers increasingly seek out coffee shops that provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, often using them as secondary workspaces.
Technology is playing a crucial role in shaping the coffee shop industry. From mobile ordering and payment systems to personalized marketing and loyalty programs, tech integration is enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.
Anyone looking to buy or sell a coffee shop or café must understand how these businesses are expected to perform financially, and how they are valued in the business for sale market. To that end, we have aggregated coffee shop and café for sale listing data to surface typical revenue and earnings, as well as implied valuation multiples.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
616 |
Median Asking Price |
$221,850 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$98,548 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Coffee Shop and Cafe Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.91 |
Median |
0.55 |
2.62 |
Upper Quartile |
0.80 |
3.50 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Coffee Shop & Cafe Business Valuation Metrics and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a coffee shop?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for an established coffee shop business is $221,850.
How much do coffee shop business owners earn?
Coffee shop and cafe owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $98,548. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a coffee shop business?
Valuing a coffee shop or café involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among coffee shops listed for sale range from 0.37 to 0.80, with the median at 0.55. Earnings multiples range from 1.91 to 3.50, with the median at 2.62. These values suggest the average coffee shop business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.55 times its annual revenue, and 2.62 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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