Portland, OR
Founded in December 1987, New Renaissance Bookshop is a cornerstone of Portland's metaphysical and spiritual community. Located in the heart of the NW 23rd retail district, the store offers a currated...
$324,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Portland, OR
Founded in December 1987, New Renaissance Bookshop is a cornerstone of Portland's metaphysical and spiritual community. Located in the heart of the NW 23rd retail district, the store offers a currated...
$324,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Fullerton, CA
Comic Book Hideout Inc. has been bringing comics, art, music & joy to the greater So-Cal area for nearly 13 years! This highly accredited shop as won "Small Business of the Year" from the CA State...
$400,000
Meridian, MS
Online auction: Oct 23-Nov 5, 2025
$1 starting bid
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Lifestyle Retailer (Books, Gifts & Services) Prime Location Los Angeles County Own a Lifestyle Brand with Deep Community Roots This is your chance to acquire a well-established specialty...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
Chester, CA
This popular creekside breakfast & lunch restaurant also features an espresso bar; there is a separately owned and operated gift & bookstore sharing some cafe space. Located in the historic Stover...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wallace, ID
The Blackboard Marketplace & Business Center represents a unique investment opportunity featuring five established operating businesses under one roof in Wallace, Idaho. This award-winning enterprise...
$4,900,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Glen Burnie, MD
Great opportunity - Don't miss it Everything is included in the asking price of $20,000 or Best offer The Previous Owner Started the store 40 years ago with a few books, but more than 100,000 books...
$20,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Aurora, CO
Tint World® Aurora, CO offers the latest in ultra-premium window tint, automotive aftermarket accessories, expert installation, and a top-notch staff of highly experienced installers and technicians....
$80,000
Montgomery County, PA
Nestled in a charming, walkable downtown location, this store is a beloved independent bookstore that blends small-town warmth with modern retail strategy. Known for its cozy, inviting atmosphere and...
$75,000
Warner Robins, GA
For Sale: Between Friends Coffee — A Beloved Literary Café & Bookstore Nine Years of Community, Culture, and Coffee Nestled in the heart of Hwy 96, Between Friends Coffee is more than just a café —...
$360,000
Available Nationwide
Recession resistant for 30 yrs! A supermarket for dogs & cats. Low Royalty 2%-3%. $2.7M Average Unit Volume*.Passive or Semi-passive ok. 70% households own at least 1 pet
$300,000
See More FranchisesGrand Junction, CO
This well-established, profitable bookstore in the heart of bustling downtown Grand Junction is up for sale! With a rich history and a loyal customer base, this bookstore is a gem waiting for the...
$249,900
Fairport, NY
PRICE REDUCTION!!! An established city neighborhood bookstore with an unusual collection of books for sale in Monroe County. Eclectic array of authors and books, uncommon for most bookstores. Ideal...
$89,900
Cash Flow: $45,000
Marlborough, MA
Step into a profitable ecosystem that guides writers from blank page to bestseller. This portfolio combines *BookMarketing.pro* (flagship self-publishing & promotion platform) with NINE sister...
$3,249,000
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Mashpee, MA
$300,000
Gokul Padmanabhan
Restoration Brokers of America
Serving Orange County, FL
The restoration industry is a world of its own. It has a distinct language, a singular market presence. I started RBA 15 years ago when I recognized that you can’t sell Mary’s Muffin Shop one day and explain TPA work to a buyer the next. It won’t work. Restoration is unique, and it’s all we do. Your average business brokerage is highly transactional; RBA focuses on partnerships. We want to understand every business we sell, be in your shoes as a buyer or seller, and learn about your success goals and aspirations. When we take a business to market, we are in this together. We believe in a collaborative approach, and the RBA Team is here to ensure the value of every business and to pinpoint the best buyer. We are Restoration Specialists, well versed in the industry with a genuine desire to help others and a patient, yet firm, approach. We reach success when you have success.
Pleasantville, NY
$200,000
Fremont, CA
$150,000
Suwanee, GA
$220,000
Henry County, KY
$450,000
Macomb County, MI
$79,000
Available in Multiple Locations
$35,000
Houston, TX
$125,000
Florida
$430,000
Colorado Springs, CO
Not Disclosed
Asheville, NC
$550,000
South Carolina
$650,000
Santa Barbara, CA
$350,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$1,750,000
Osage Beach, MO
$225,000
The business of owning a bookstore is a timeless one; it centers on the continual building and expansion of a diverse library of books, as well as the marketing and sale of these books to a vast audience of consumers. In today’s world, it also often entails the management and sale of other products to keep customers coming back for more, such as in-house coffee or novelty goods. Likewise, this business also includes extensive research to keep up with both consumer demand as well as up-and-coming texts and authors to help your business stay ahead of market trends. Lastly, operating a bookstore encompasses the recruiting and management of staff with the right attitude to serve your customers effectively.
In spite of the rapid growth of the eBook trade, independent bookstores in the U.S. are experiencing tremendous success; there are currently over 1,835 independent book selling businesses throughout the country, with some operating in multiple locations. This success can be attributed in part to the closure of some large bookstore chains, such as Borders, during the initial rise of Amazon; without competition from these industry giants, the floor has been opened to accommodate more independent sellers. In the face of the Amazon boom, many consumers chose to support local bookstores as a way of staying connected to traditional reading.
One of the most important aspects to keep in mind before you buy a bookstore is location. Some areas read more than others, or have varying levels of demand for different genres of text; thus, it is crucial to analyze potential locations and assess your target demographic to ensure that you have the right type of product for sale. One of the most helpful actions you can take is to join a community of fellow booksellers, such as the American Booksellers Association—doing so can connect you to other business owners and resources to start your company and stay ahead of trends and consumer demands.