Washington, DC

Businesses For Sale in Washington, DC

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Established Cafe in DC for Sale

District of Columbia, DC

This established cafe represents a great opportunity, featuring over many years of continuous operations with a proven customer base. Great location, serving breakfast & lunch offering sandwiches, and...

$70,000

$70,000

17-Year Established Newsstand – Easy One-Person Operation with Steady

District of Columbia, DC

This well-established newsstand has been successfully operated by a single owner for 17 years and is located inside a clean, high-quality office building in the DC area. The business benefits from...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Vietnamese Restaurant For Sale

Washington, DC

Excellent opportunity to acquire a highly rated well-located Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Washington, DC. This established business is currently absentee-owned, making it an ideal opportunity...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Washington DC 1,209 SF Second Gen Franchise for Sale with Hood

Washington, DC

Step into a fully built second generation Franchise for Sale in Washington, DC and skip the headaches of permitting, build outs, and inspections. At 1,209 square feet, this vented space arrives turn...

$125,000

$125,000

35k net Income Mo, 6day Seafood, Price370k LowRent Washington DC

Washington, DC

This business is money maker. Simple, Easy to operate, Clean place. Good customers. The owner has been there 30 years, made good money, now wants retire and go on a trip. Closes 5pm. Sundays closed....

$370,000

$370,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

Established Architecture Firm in Washington DC

Washington, DC

We are a small architecture firm, located near Dupont Circle in Washington DC. We primarily serve the local mom & pop developer community by offering turn-key design and permitting services related to...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $264,916

Cozy beautiful patio coffee shop for sale

Washington, DC

High traffic Best area Good rent...

$295,000

$295,000

Custom Closet & Cabinet Manufacturing Business For Sale

Washington, DC

This company specializes in designing, selling, and installing custom closet systems and organizational units for walk-in closets, reach-in closets, pantries, garages, mudrooms, laundry rooms, and...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $340,000

Profitable Clean-Label Gourmet Food Brand For Sale

Washington, DC

This is a great opportunity to acquire a profitable, retail-validated specialty food brand positioned at the intersection of health-conscious eating and premium entertaining. The company produces...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $114,000

Cafe/Deli

Washington, DC

Turnkey Café/Deli Opportunity – Priced for Immediate Sale Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a long-established, profitable, and easy-to-operate café/deli at an exceptional value....

$95,000

$95,000

$5.51M Rev – Specialized Education Strategy Firm

District of Columbia, DC

This premier strategic communications and consulting firm specializes exclusively in the education and learning sectors, serving high-profile philanthropies, large nonprofits, and corporate entities...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $145,000

C-store For sale with beer and Wine Licenses

Washington, DC

Convenience Store with beer and wine store for sale, situated in a bustling NE Washington DC with a dedicated customer base. This business offers tremendous potential for growth and expansion. Don't...

$138,000

$138,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Turnkey business/Restaurant for sale

$500,000 - Washington, DC

$500,000

Washington, DC

PRICE REDUCED - Restaurant/Lounge NW

Washington, DC

PRICE REDUCED! Great opportunity to purchase this beautiful restaurant/lounge with CT license and ROOFTOP. 3,200 sq. ft. on 2 levels plus roof top. Open 7 evenings 9-3. Sales $1.1 million Rent -...

$350,000

$350,000

Cafe/Carry Out - Upper NW

Washington, DC

Located in upscale residential neighborhood. Turn-key fast casual can operate as is or easily convert to any menu. Has full kitchen exhaust with 10 foot hood. Small footprint makes it ideal for...

$95,000

$95,000

Brannon Poe

Poe Group Advisors

Serving District of Columbia, DC

Poe Group Advisors is the premier accounting practice intermediary firm in the accounting industry. With practices located throughout the U.S. and Canada, our company is known for our seamless process as well as our efficient and diligent approach to facilitating the buying and selling of CPA firms. Armed with a passion for people and unmatched expertise, our team of experts has a deep knowledge of accounting industry and an intense focus on maximizing value or minimizing risk.

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Maui Wowi Dispensary – High-Impact Cannabis Retail Opportunity

Washington, DC

Serious investors — this is the kind of location you wait for. Maui Wowi Dispensary sits on a heavily trafficked stretch of Georgia Avenue in Northwest Washington, D.C., delivering exceptional...

$150,000

$150,000

Turnkey Italian Restaurant & Bar with Patio MRB DC 1675

Washington, DC

Turnkey Italian Restaurant & Bar with Patio & Private Dining – NW Washington, DC Prime Location | Outdoor Seating | Low Rent | Priced to Sell at $79,000 PRICED TO SELL!!!! Asking Price: $79,000 Rent:...

$79,000

$79,000

Popular Mexican Restaurant & Bar with Outdoor Patio MRB DC 1636

Washington, DC

Popular Mexican Restaurant & Bar with Outdoor Patio – Prime Northwest DC Location Price: $189,000 Annual Sales: $789,000 Cash Flow: $40,000 + Owner Salary Size: 1,500 SF | 40 Seats + Patio Seating...

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Luxury Washington DC Salon For Sale

Washington, DC

Luxury Georgetown Salon – $1.5M+ Revenue – Strong Cash Flow – Prime Location Confidential opportunity to acquire a high-performing luxury salon in the heart of Georgetown, Washington, DC. This...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

EBITDA: $250,000

Cafe / Coffee Shop with Real Estate Included l Located in NW DC

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Washington, DC

Fortune Realty is pleased to exclusively present 1117 10th Street NW, Approx. 1,663 SF of Retail condo. Rare opportunity to acquire a cafe/retail building in a prominent location, only two blocks from...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High-Volume Full Liquor Restaurant in NW Washington D.C.

Washington, DC

Well-established, high-performing full-service restaurant offered confidentially in a prime Upper Northwest DC corridor. With over 20 years of operating history and strong local recognition, the...

$328,000

$328,000

Cash Flow: $280,000

Upscale Liquor/Wine Business. Sales $1.1 Million. Cash Flow $290K

District of Columbia, DC

One of Washington DC's Premier Liquor/Wine Store. Upscale Business. Offers both Retail Sales and On-Line Sales to 7,000 Loyal, Repeat Customers. The Store is located in an Affluent Area in the City....

$937,700

$937,700

Cash Flow: $290,547

Established Weight-loss & Hormone Practice

$75,000 - Washington, DC

$75,000

Washington, DC

Premiere Restaurant West End, Georgetown, Foggy Bottom

Washington, DC

Rare opportunity to acquire an essentially brand-new, fully built-out restaurant at a fraction of replacement cost. Ownership recently invested over $2,000,000 in a complete remodel, delivering a...

$995,000

$995,000

PRICE REDUCED Bar/Pub/Restaurant NW

Washington, DC

PRICE REDUCED! Outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully built-out bar/restaurant featuring a valuable CT Tavern license in a high-traffic residential, office, and hotel corridor. Located in a...

$175,000

$175,000

Established DC Liquor Store on High-Traffic Central Ave – Strong Sales

Washington, DC

This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store located on high traffic street in Washington, DC, positioned on a high-traffic commuter corridor serving dense residential...

$575,000

$575,000

Convenience Store with Beer & Wine - Neighborhood Turn Key Market

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Washington, DC

Well-established neighborhood market and deli located in a prime residential area of Washington, DC. Turn-key operation with strong local customer loyalty, steady foot traffic, and multiple revenue...

$1,949,000

$1,949,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

33k net incom Mo Absentee Owner Spanish Restaurant Can BUY Building Wa

Washington, DC

ESTABLISHED MEXICAN RESTAURANT - ABSENTEE OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY This well-established Mexican restaurant represents a compelling investment opportunity in the Washington, DC market. The enterprise...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $384,000

Price cut! Great opportunity to run a low rent new hibachi restaurant

Washington, DC

This established hibachi restaurant presents a strategic acquisition opportunity within the Japanese dining sector. Operating continuously for two years in NW, Washington DC, the business has...

$100,000

$100,000

Best deal liquor store

Washington, DC

This liquor store is in a prime, very high-traffic location and is a safe area. The store is doing approximately $35,000 per week in sales. If you're interested, I can share more details....

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $35,000

Liquor Store in Washington DC

Washington, DC

This highly successful business is located at a prime corner hotspot in Washington, DC, offering outstanding visibility, consistent foot traffic, and strong neighborhood engagement. Approximately 95%...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

A Small, Exclusive Montessori School for Sale in Washington DC Area.

Washington, DC

This school business only opportunity is established, well equipped, modern, 100% private pay, and located in a prestigious neighborhooh. It shows really impressively, small but very clean, modern,...

$225,000

$225,000

Established Residential Cleaning Business

$22,000 - Washington, DC

$22,000

Washington, DC

Established Thai Restaurant – Turnkey Operation with Low Rent

Washington, DC

Long-standing and highly regarded neighborhood restaurant with a loyal customer base and no direct competition nearby. Currently operating as a Thai concept with six trained staff members, this...

$125,000

$125,000

Trendy Indian Street-Food Concept in a Prime Washington, DC Corridor

Washington, DC

Discover a modern, specialty fast-casual restaurant located in one of Washington, DC’s busiest and most culturally diverse districts. This concept focuses on bold, protein-forward street-food dishes...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Restaurant & Sport Bar

Washington, DC

A highly established restaurant and sports bar in Washington DC, proudly serving the community since 1999. We offer a full lunch, dinner, and late night menu, combining great food with a vibrant...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Fast Casual High-Volume Restaurant MRB DC 1654

Washington, DC

Fast Casual High-Volume Restaurant – Northeast Washington, D.C. HIGH CASH FLOW!!! Price: $429,000 Annual Sales: $2,000,000 Size: 2,600 Sq. Ft. Seating: 40 Rent: $7,500/Month (All-In) Lease: 7 Years...

$429,000

$429,000

Fast Casual Restaurant in The Yards – Prime DC Location MRB DC 1651

Washington, DC

Fast Casual Restaurant in The Yards – Prime DC Location – $1.25M in Annual Sales PRICED TO SELL: $99,000 This is a rare opportunity to take over a well-performing fast casual restaurant located in The...

$99,000

$99,000

Caribbean well-established BPO provider

Washington, DC

A well-established, high-performing KPO/BPO platform located in the Caribbean, with a proven track record of delivering premium multilingual services to a prestigious, long-standing client base....

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

EBITDA: $1,700,000

Premium Liquor Store Opportunity in Northeast Washington, DC

Washington, DC

Imagine walking into your own premium liquor store in one of DC's most promising neighborhoods. This isn't just another retail opportunity - it's your chance to step into a thriving business that's...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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High Volume Full-Service Restaurant & Bar MRB DC 1631

Washington, DC

Full-Service Restaurant & Bar – Prime Northwest Washington, D.C. Location Price: $689,000 Annual Sales: $2,500,000 Rent: $17,000/month (below market for the area) Take advantage of this rare...

$689,000

$689,000

Fantastic, SBA Apprd. 53 Yrs Liquor BIZ NETS 182K | TOP NW DC!!

District of Columbia, DC

Brilliant Store | Class 'A' DC ABRA License | Low Rent | Busy Area !!!!!!!!!! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!!! Located in one of DCs most desirable areas in the NW, this thriving business model has...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $182,010

High-Earning Restaurant & Rooftop Lounge in Prime D.C. Location

$600,000 - Washington, DC

$600,000

Washington, DC

Liquor store in DC with high potential

Washington, DC

A store with high potential and high profit margins. Currently, it only operates 6 days a week with limited business hours. The annual sales are around $850,000, and the lottery commission is a little...

$550,000

$550,000

Full-Service Mexican Restaurant & Bar MRB DC 1612

Washington, DC

Full-Service Mexican Restaurant & Bar on High-Traffic Road in Washington, DC – Priced to Sell Asking Price: $129,000 Annual Sales: $450,000 Location: Washington, DC Square Footage: 1,600 SF Rent:...

$129,000

$129,000

DC Established Painting Business Awaits You

Washington, DC

Are you ready to take the leap into business ownership? Here is a turnkey franchised business resale. It has equipment, trained employees, accounts and ongoing cash flow. This is the perfect chance to...

$795,000

$795,000

Fast Casual Restaurant Can Convert MRB DC 1611

Washington, DC

Asking Price: $90,000 (Owner Motivated – All Reasonable Offers Considered) Square Footage: 1,000 SF | Seating: 49 | Employees: 5 Rent: $6,300/month | Lease: 7 years remaining + option Established:...

$90,000

$90,000

Boutique law practice in DMV area

District of Columbia, DC

This well-established and reputable firm specializes in estate planning, estate administration, and estate and gift taxation. Renowned for its integrity, expertise, and client-first approach this firm...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $311,000

Low Rent Restaurant, Bar & Lounge MRB DC 1592

Washington, DC

Restaurant & Lounge – Over 9,000 SF – Prime Corner Location in Washington, D.C. – Priced at $279,000 Incredible opportunity to own a beautifully built out restaurant and lounge in the heart of...

$279,000

$279,000

HOT!!!!!!Amazing liquor store for sale

Washington, DC

Revenue $5.5M Weekly sale $100k Rent $12k plus tax total $15k Inventory around $1.3M Asking $2.55M Parking space 15...

$2,590,000

$2,590,000

Established Asian Bistro – Turnkey Opportunity in Prime DC Location

Washington, DC

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, recently rebranded Asian bistro in a vibrant, high-traffic dining corridor. The business delivers strong monthly sales and solid profitability,...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $1,800,000

Wine Bar/Speak Easy Dupont Area

Washington, DC

One of DC’s most beautiful bars, featuring a wine bar, restaurant, lounge, and speakeasy. Recently fully remodeled with new equipment, modern sound systems, and elegant finishes. Currently generating...

$295,000

$295,000

Shaw/U Street Roof Top Bar

Washington, DC

Great opportunity to purchase this thriving bar with roof top. Gross sales $1million+ with lots of opportunity for growth. Only open 4 days. Tavern License. UNBELIEVABLE RENT $7,500 monthly. Asking...

$350,000

$350,000

Authentic Korean Street Food Concept in the Heart of Adams Morgan

Washington, DC

Authentic Korean Street Food Concept in the Heart of Adams Morgan Located in the vibrant heart of Adams Morgan, this unique Korean-style pojangmacha (traditional street food tent) offers a nostalgic...

$359,000

$359,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

Buy or Sell a Business in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. is a dynamic city with a diverse range of sectors contributing to its economy. Key industries include the federal government, diplomacy, global finance, and tourism. In addition to hosting a multitude of international organizations and financial institutions, it is also a hub for research, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. Its vibrant arts, dining, and culture scene, paired with its famous landmarks and museums, further enriches the city's tourism sector.

Market Snapshot

We collected and analyzed data on the sale of business listings in Washington, D.C. to gain insights into the region's diverse businesses. The dynamic nature of the business sales market constantly influences data trends. Our aim in presenting this data is to provide you with a thorough understanding of different business sectors, pricing differentials, and financial considerations you may encounter.

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~160

Median Asking Price  

  $380,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $970,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $190,000

Profit Margin  

  20%

Earnings Multiple  

  1.9

Revenue Multiple  

  0.4

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

How many businesses are for sale in Washington, D.C.?

On average, about 160 businesses are currently listed for sale in Washington, D.C., offering diverse opportunities for potential buyers and sellers in the local market. Keep in mind that certain listings may be confidential, necessitating a comprehensive search not only within Washington but also across the Washington DC metro area to discover more businesses available for purchase.

What types of businesses are for sale in Washington, D.C.?

In Washington, D.C. prospective buyers can explore a variety of sectors. The most popular types of businesses listed for sale include:

This diversity reflects Washington, D.C.'s dynamic economic landscape and its potential for business development across multiple industries.

What is the average asking price for businesses in Washington, D.C.?

The median asking price for businesses for sale in Washington, D.C. is approximately $380,000. This figure is based on businesses that have listed an asking price, showcasing the investment required to acquire a business in this thriving economic environment.

What is the average revenue of these businesses?

Based on the listings, the median reported revenue for these businesses is about $970,000.

What is the average seller discretionary earnings?

The median reported earnings for business sellers in Washington, D.C. is around $190,000, with a profit margin of approximately 20%.

What are the average valuation multiples in Washington, D.C.'s business sales market?

The average earnings multiple (asking) is at 1.9 times, and the revenue multiple (asking) is at 0.4 times. However, these multiples can vary greatly depending on the industry and financial performance of the business. It's essential to thoroughly research and understand the market and industry dynamics when valuing a business in Washington, D.C.

How can Washington, D.C. business owners sell their own businesses?

Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.