Middlesex County, NJ
$269,000
Middlesex County, NJ
$269,000

New York County, NY
$1,500,000

Richmond, CA
$299,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Rochester, NY
$895,000
Charlotte, NC
$240,000
Norco, CA
$699,000
Chadds Ford, PA
$250,000
York, SC
$195,000
Twentynine Palms, CA
$125,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Saint Louis, MO
$7,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Baltimore, MD
$365,000
Saint Pete Beach, FL
$399,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Simsbury, CT
$1,250,000
Miami, FL
$5,750,000
Yamhill County, OR
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cleveland, OH
$599,000
Chris Springfield, CBI, CM&AA, PMP
Springfield Strategies, LLC
Serving Fulton County, GA
Complimentary Valuations and Success Fee-Based Services. Deciding to sell the business you’ve worked so hard to build is a major event for most entrepreneurs. Understanding how to choose a qualified Intermediary is critical to a successful exit. At Springfield Strategies, we leverage our years of experience with confidential business sales to gather data on current market trends and analyze your key value drivers to get the maximum selling price for your business. From exit planning to the closing table, we have the expertise to guide you to a successful transaction. Our motto is Plan. Execute. Exit
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
West Seneca, NY
$995,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Beaufort County, NC
$1,700,000
Delaware, OH
$125,000
Lanesboro, MN
$775,000
Oakland, CA
$3,300,000
Gahanna, OH
$2,100,000
Middlesex County, NJ
$850,000
Westminster, MD
$399,000
Texas
$250,000
Cuyahoga County, OH
$139,000
Fuquay Varina, NC
$185,000
Middlesex County, MA
$195,000
Orlando, FL
$1,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Macomb County, MI
$2,100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Philadelphia, PA
$3,500,000
Nashville, TN
$260,000
Tampa, FL
$299,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$160,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Saint Louis, MO
$3,000,000
Pittsburgh, PA
$365,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tacoma, WA
$999,000
New York
$4,999,999
Minneapolis, MN
$2,250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Charlotte, NC
$2,750,000
Boston, MA
$975,000
Chicago, IL
$195,000
Charlotte, NC
$550,000
Charleston, SC
$350,000
David Strejeck
Sumtis LLC
Serving Washington County, PA
Based in the greater Pittsburgh area, SUMTIS, LLC is a national business development company specializing in the real estate industry. Founder David Strejeck has spent his entire career in business development, and based on his experience knows that all related real estate firms and business owners have a common goal – GROWTH. But he also recognizes that many firms or owners may not have the experience or time to make it happen. That’s where SUMTIS, LLC comes in. We leverage decades of specialized and successful business development skills to help your firm realize its’ maximum value. Whether you’re seeking organic growth or a more aggressive approach through Mergers & Acquisitions, SUMTIS, LLC can open doors to unlimited possibilities. Leveraging decades of sales and business development experience, SUMTIS Business Advisors provides a professional, experienced approach to your business. Whether you are ready to sell your business, buy an existing business, or execute a more strategic approach to expand into additional markets or business verticals, SUMTIS Business Advisors has the proven experience to help you navigate the path you choose. SUMTIS founder David Strejeck is a licensed Commercial Real Estate professional with experience assisting companies with sale, acquisition, and/or lease needs. Sell Your Business Buy an Existing Business Commercial Real Estate
Eugene, OR
$350,000
Nassau County, NY
$779,000
District of Columbia
$690,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tigerton, WI
$199,900
Raleigh, NC
$349,000
Basalt, CO
$245,000
Bars, Pubs, and Taverns offer a unique business model that combines the service industry with alcoholic beverage sales. They provide a space for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy drinks either alone or in groups. Bars are often a core part of their community and can bring in significant revenue when managed efficiently.
Market Snapshot
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of listing averages and should not be used to value any specific business. This data is a valuable guide, but it's essential to conduct thorough research on the specific market and location before making any significant business decisions.
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 986 |
| Median Asking Price | $462,500 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $815,505 |
| Median Reported Earnings | $165,000 |
| Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. | |
Bar Business Valuation Multiples
| Range | Revenue | Earnings (SDE) |
| Lower Quartile | 0.37 | 2.14 |
| Median | 0.57 | 2.74 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.93 | 3.83 |
| Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. | ||
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a bar?
The median asking price for an established bar business is $462,500, though prices range from around $100,000 to well over $1,000,000.
How much do bar owners typically earn?
The median reported revenue among bars for sale are $815,505 and owners earn a median of $165,000, which includes the owner's salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
Where are most bars for sale located?
The dominant metro areas listing bars for sale include:
The top 10 states with the most bars on the market:
How do I value a bar?
There are several ways to value a bar business, but buyers and investors typically hinge their evaluation on a multiple of earnings and revenue. Based on our most recent analysis of bar for sale listings, revenue multiples range from 0.37 to 0.93, with a median of 0.57. Earning multiples range from 2.14 to 3.83, with the median at 2.74. This means the average bar or pub may sell for around 0.57 times its annual revenue, and 2.74 times its annual owner earnings.
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