Waterford, MI
$450,000

Waterford, MI
$450,000

Carbondale, PA
$275,000

Montgomery County, PA
$1,900,000

West Liberty, OH
$1,950,000
Strykersville, NY
$550,000
Salem, MA
$2,500,000
Evanston, IL
Not Disclosed
Detroit, MI
Not Disclosed
Baltimore, MD
$1,850,000
Fayetteville, NC
$2,500,000
Mill Creek, WA
$800,000
Waterford, WI
$899,000
Flint, MI
$599,000
Rochester, NY
$895,000
Monmouth, NJ
Not Disclosed
Chicago, IL
Not Disclosed
Misty Menossi
Grand Business Brokers, LLC
Serving Madison County, IL
At Grand Business Brokers, we do more than list businesses — we get them sold. We specialize in helping business owners make a GRAND exit — confidentially, strategically, and at maximum value. Whether you're ready to retire, step away, or just want to understand what your business is worth, we guide you from planning to closing with personal attention and proven results. We also help qualified buyers find and fund the right business opportunities, our listings get in front of serious, well-prepared prospects from day one. Why Sellers Choose the GRAND Advantage: 5,000+ Active Buyers in Our GRAND created database 50+ Buyer Inquiries in the First 30 Days for Most Qualified Listings Licensed Business & Real Estate Broker Deals from $100K to $20MM+ — Main Street to Lower Middle Market Our Full-Scope Services Include: Confidential Exit Planning & Business Valuation Marketing that Delivers Qualified, Ready Buyers Financing Support through SBA & Private Lenders Deal Structuring, Negotiation & Legal Coordination Buyer Representation for Those Seeking the Right Fit At Grand Business Brokers, we believe every business sale should be handled with strategy, care, and professionalism. That’s the GRAND Standard. That’s how deals get done — and done right. Let’s talk — confidentially — about how we can help you make your next move a GRAND one.
Glendora, CA
$349,000
Lockport, NY
$385,000
East Pittsburgh, PA
$1,500,000
Northbrook, IL
Not Disclosed
Bucks County, PA
$599,900
Steamburg, NY
$1,375,000
Rochester, NY
$3,900,000
Edgewater, FL
$1,274,000
Pittsburgh, PA
$799,000
Rochester, NY
Not Disclosed
Hampton Bays, NY
$50,000
Royal Oak, MI
Not Disclosed
Wilmington, NC
$7,000,000
Chicago, IL
Not Disclosed
Tarpon Springs, FL
Not Disclosed
Ferndale, MI
$1,114,999
Salt Point, NY
Not Disclosed
Chicago, IL
Not Disclosed
Frankfort, IL
$1,500,000
Baltimore, MD
$950,000
Terry, MT
$380,000
Buffalo, NY
$419,999
Edgewater, FL
$1,299,000
Williamstown, NJ
$995,000
Williamstown, NJ
$2,300,000
Maryland
$12,850,000
Not Disclosed
$250,000
Kenneth Li
Southwest Realty Group
Serving Harris County, TX
Kenneth Li is the broker/ owner of Texas George Realty, Inc. DBA Southwest Realty Group, a full service real estate firm in Houston, Texas since 1988. Throughout the two decades of his professional career, he has been committed to excellence in real estate development for his community. Kenneth Li is known as a real estate specialist, developer and consultant. He was born in Taiwan and raised in Hong Kong and came to Houston in 1981. Kenneth was the founder of Texas George Realty, which was later named one of the top ten outstanding Asian-owned businesses in Houston by the “Houston Post”. Kenneth acquired Century 21 Southwest franchise in 1997 and later converted into Southwest Realty Group. Kenneth Li was considered a pioneer of Chinatown by the “Houston Chronicle” and said that he was the real estate broker aided growth of community and used his success there as an entry into the mainstream in both residential and commercial real estate. (Houston Chronicle, Aug. 11, 2002). Under his leadership and influence, the City of Houston approved a budget of $21,000,000 to improve Houston Chinatown road reconstruction plan finished in March, 2015.
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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Bar & Pub Business Valuation Benchmarks
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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