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Bancroft, IA
Long running local grocery store with steady customer basis....
Retail Businesses For Sale in Iowa
Market Info
Turn key grocery store
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Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984.
Cedar Falls, IA
Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984. Fully absentee-run business with strong and consistent annual sales between $1.35M–$1.45M since 2021. Located at 2728 Center St, Cedar Falls,...
Cash Flow: $299,999
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Liquor store for sale
Muscatine County, IA
Liquor store sales $90,000+ a month with high margins. Absentee ownership. New owner can add lotto and gaming. Rent $1600 a month. No direct competition. Call for more information....
Gas station for lease
Black Hawk County, IA
Branded Gas station for lease doing 120000 inside per month . Great potential . High inside margins . Absentee owner . Call for more information....
Branded gas station for sale
Polk County, IA
Branded gas station doing 80,000 gallons and 95,000 inside sale Absentee owner . Great potential . No gas supply contract . Potential to add Lottery , Food . Call for more information....
Meal Prep Business – $550K Year-One Revenue
West Des Moines, IA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established and rapidly growing meal prep and nutrition business in a strong local market. The business is on pace to generate approximately $550,000 in first-year...
Successful Supermat Grocery Store Seeking New Owner
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Grundy County, IA
Established Supermarket in Grundy County, Iowa - Turnkey Opportunity This well-established grocery store has been serving the local community since 1995, generating consistent annual revenue of $1.7...
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Cash Flow: $225,500
Liquore store for sale
Ankeny, IA
Liquor store in good location.I have two other business and I am not able to give time to run this business so I am putting on sale .Good owner can make this business to grow quickly....
Convenience store for sale
Des Moines, IA
STORE FOR SALE – GREAT OPPORTUNITY! 📍 Great Location | Great Neighborhood | Great Potential Looking for a great business opportunity? This store is located in a prime location with a wonderful...
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Charming Specialty Retail Boutique
Marshall County, IA
Charming specialty retail boutique offering a unique selection of fresh baked goods, gifts, boutique clothing, flowers, home decor and more....
The UPS Store®
Franchise
Available in Iowa
Supporting Our Veterans
Avg. Unit Revenue: $724,293
Uptown Smoothie Shop
Marion, IA
Uptown Smoothie Shop - Established Planet Smoothie Franchise This thriving smoothie franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in Marion, Iowa's revitalized uptown district. Operating as one of...
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High-Volume Iowa Liquor Store with Gaming, Lotto, ATM & Bitcoin Income
Boone, IA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store located in the state of Iowa with strong sales and multiple income streams. The business generates approximately $100,000 in inside...
Hot Listing: Established Bar & Grill with Endless Potential
Grimes, IA
This vibrant restaurant, bar, and grill presents an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur or restaurateur looking to step into a well-established business with multiple revenue streams. Located in...
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Recognized Iowa Craft Brewery, Momentum Building
Iowa
This established, well-known craft beverage business has built strong brand recognition and a loyal customer following over its operating history. The company has developed a solid foundation across...
Liquor store for sale
Scott County, IA
Liquor store for sale doing 100000 sales per month . High margins . Call for information...
Scott Kranz
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Polk County, IA
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations and has reached over $8 billion dollars of business transactions. We are the premier business brokerage in the industry for buyers and sellers. We list businesses on several national websites as well as micro sites, and work diligently to secure the most value for a business.
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Branded gas station
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Branded gas station doing 120,000 inside sales and 10,000 gallons per month . Other income 3000 per month . Absentee owner . High Margins . Call for more information....
Branded gas station
Fayette County, IA
Branded gas station doing 110000 inside sales and 10000 gallons per month . Other income 2000 per month . Full liquor . 6 gaming machines. Rent 6000 per month . Call for more information....
Liquor store for lease
Muscatine County, IA
Liquor store doing 90,000 sales per month .Very profitable store. High margins . Absentee owner . High Margins . New owner can add lotto and gaming . Rent 1600 per month . 2500 sq.ft. store size....
Vending Locations NE IOWA (Dubuque) & NW IOWA (Spencer area)
Start Up
NE IOWA--4 hotel locations with equipment on site. Earning 20k Gross Sales, Selling 20k NW IOWA--3 x Nursing Home (machine not on site but can be immediately) + 1 other location Looking at 3-6 machine...
Women’s Fashion Retail Business
Iowa
iSmash
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Well established gas station and convenience store.
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West Burlington, IA
SG 11810 Iowa Cedar Falls Independence Gas Stations C Stores Package
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Buchanan County, IA
SG 11763 Iowa Plymouth County Unbranded Gas Station C Store Fast Food
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Plymouth County, IA
SG 11759 Iowa Grimes Liquor and Smoke Shop
Polk County, IA
Income-Producing 36-Acre Redevelopment Site | 400,000 SF | $3.5M
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Prairie Grove, IA
Vending Route for Sale
Atlantic, IA
Turnkey Fashion Boutique & Consignment Store ,Systems & Staff in place
Indianola, IA
Established UPS Store, Inc Franchise for Sale
Dubuque, IA
Modern mixed-use investment with long/short term rentals + real estate
Knoxville, IA
Neighborhood Convenience Store (no gas) with Wholesale Liquor sales
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Ottumwa, IA
Batteries Plus
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Value Add Mall 400,000 SF, 36 acres, $3.5M
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Des Moines County, IA
Branded gas station for lease
Lyon County, IA
Branded Gas station for lease
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Established and Profitable Landscape/Garden Center
Polk County, IA
Great Gas Station - Owner Financing
Lee County, IA
Kilwins
Franchise
Available in Iowa
Central Iowa Garden Center/Flower Shop + Real Estate
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Iowa
Gas station
Linn County, IA
Respected Retail Gun Shop
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Iowa
Well Known Window Treatment Business
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SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Iowa
Branded gas station for sale
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Tom Flanagan
Blue Sky Business Acquisitions
Serving Des Moines County, IA
At Blue Sky Business Acquisitions, we specialize in helping business owners and entrepreneurs navigate some of the most important financial decisions of their lives. Whether you’re preparing to exit, expand through acquisition, or optimize your capital structure, our team delivers strategic guidance backed by real-world experience and a results-driven approach. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all solutions. Every business has a unique story, and we tailor our services to maximize value, minimize risk, and create smooth, successful transitions. Our Mission: To empower business owners and entrepreneurs with the clarity, strategy, and support needed to achieve successful transactions and long-term financial growth. If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or planning your next move, Blue Sky Business Acquisitions is your trusted partner every step of the way.
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Branded gas station for sale
Cerro Gordo County, IA
Gas station & liquor store package deal
Polk County, IA
Two gas package deal
Poweshiek County, IA
Power Equipment Sales and Service
Iowa
Small Town Boutique
Iowa
Buddy's Home Furnishings
Franchise
Available in Iowa
Chocolaterie Stam
Iowa
Branded Gas Station For Sale
Linn County, IA
Gas station for sale
Palo Alto County, IA
Liquor store for sale
Woodbury County, IA
Dubuque Discount Gas Station - Business Only
Dubuque, IA
Get In Shape For Women
Franchise
Available in Iowa
Buy or Sell a Retail Business in Iowa
Retail businesses listed on BizBuySell include a broad selection of consumer facing retail operations, including specialty boutiques, apparel and gift shops, convenience stores, liquor and smoke shops, hardware and outdoor retailers, florists, sign and graphics shops, and hybrid brick and mortar businesses that also sell online through e commerce channels. The primary business models are location based retail, driven by in store product sales and local foot traffic, often complemented by repeat customers, niche positioning, and curated assortments, with some listings incorporating online direct to consumer sales, wholesale accounts, or multiple locations to expand reach.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 16 |
| Asking Price | $762,500 |
| Reported Revenue | $1,547,245 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $212,750 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $337,500 | $762,500 | $1,350,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Retail Businesses for sale in Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $925,000 | $143,770 |
| Median | $1,547,245 | $212,750 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,700,000 | $316,091 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Retail Businesses listed for sale in Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.41 | 2.54 |
| Median | 0.71 | 3.38 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.90 | 4.78 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Retail Business in Iowa?
The median asking price for an established Retail Business in Iowa is $762,500, though prices range from under $337,500 to well over $1,350,000.
How much do Retail Businesses owners in Iowa earn?
The median reported revenue of Retail Businesses in Iowa is $1,547,245 and owners earn a median of $212,750, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Retail Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Retail Businesses in Iowa, revenue multiples range from 0.41 to 0.90, with a median of 0.71. Earning multiples range from 2.54 to 4.78, with the median at 3.38. This means the typical Retail Business in Iowa may ask for around 0.71 times its annual revenue, and 3.38 times its annual owner earnings.
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