Oakland Park, FL
$350,000
Businesses For Sale in Florida
Local Info
20+ Year Marine Supply Store
Dry Cleaner Plant Drop off
Miami, FL
$385,000
Main road frontage - Auto repair - long history
Casselberry, FL
$115,000
Well Known Luxury Pre-Owned Auto Dealer Orlando Area
Orlando, FL
$199,000
Longstanding Well-Established Shoe Store – Loyal Customer Base
Lee County, FL
$650,000
Confidential Listing for Two Premier Steakhouse Restaurants
St Lucie County, FL
$2,900,000
High-Capacity Preschool with Strong Financials in Broward County
Broward County, FL
$4,100,000
Established Broward County Preschool under 100k
Broward County, FL
$90,000
In Miami, Mexican Restaurants with Hard Liquor Licenses for sale.
Miami, FL
$685,000
Reputable Pelvic Floor Therapy Clinic
Palm Beach County, FL
$349,500
“State of the Art” Commercial Meal Prep Kitchen
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fort Walton Beach, FL
$1,700,000
Express Car Wash With Real Estate Included For Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Marion County, FL
$6,500,000
Italian Restaurant
St Lucie County, FL
$490,004
Premier Luxury Residential Painting Business
Palm Beach County, FL
$950,000
Recession-Proof & Recurring Pool Route
Broward County, FL
$125,000
Tampa, FL Laundry for Sale
Tampa, FL
$2,100,000
David Carson
Sunbelt Business Brokers of South Florida
Serving Palm Beach County, FL
Sunbelt Business Brokers of South Florida's professional sales agents have been representing buyers and sellers of small and mid-sized businesses for nearly 25 years. SUNBELT is currently the largest network of business brokerage offices in the world dealing exclusively in the sale of businesses. We offer the national and international exposure for seller's business for sale while maintaining the confidentiality they demand and the local attention they deserve. Our team, comprised of brokers with certifications such as Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary (M&AMI), and Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP), handles complex transactions across industries, with revenues typically between $1 million and $50 million. At Sunbelt Business Brokers of South Florida, our mission is simple: to be the trusted partner for entrepreneurs, helping them maximize the value of their businesses through expert guidance, industry knowledge, and a commitment to getting deals done right.
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Ice Cream Store and Italian Ice - 20 years in operation - Visa
Orlando, FL
$150,000
Largo FL Laundry for Sale
Largo, FL
$995,000
Building Dreams, One Renovation at a Time!
Charlotte County, FL
$1,700,000
Indian Restaurant in Prime Area, Near Downtown Orlando
Orlando, FL
$179,000
Great Local Family Coffee Shop
Clay County, FL
$80,000
Florida Restaurant for Sale High Traffic, Low Rent!!
North Lauderdale, FL
$275,000
26-year-old Florida Licensed Pool Builder
Clay County, FL
$800,000
Profitable Convenience Store with 2 Acres of Land
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fort White, FL
$599,000
Full Service Hair Salon 50 Year Legacy
West Palm Beach, FL
$35,000
Very well established 57 year old snack manufacturer
Miami-Dade County, FL
$1,300,000
Dryer Vent Cleaning Pros - Simple Work - Essential & Lucrative
West Palm Beach, FL
$95,000
Potentially Profitable juice and wrap café
Oakland Park, FL
$39,999
Well Established Fence and Railing Company
Sarasota, FL
$250,000
Beautiful Quick-Serve Latin Restaurant – New Port Richey, FL
New Port Richey, FL
$139,900
Sunoco Gas Station Business For Sale
Hialeah, FL
$475,000
Profitable, Cloud Audit Practice with Low Owner Hours in Miami!
Florida
$1,700,000
Cash-Flowing Vending Route – Space Coast Region
Brevard County, FL
$70,000
3 Publix-Anchored Liquor Stores | In Explosive Pasco County!!
Pasco County, FL
$2,250,000
Profitable Pawn Shop
Daytona Beach, FL
$199,000
Thriving Local Barber Shop for sale!
Palm Beach County, FL
$79,900
Auto Repair Shop Excellent Location
Tampa, FL
$9,000,000
Profitable Convenience Store for Sale: Tony's Market & Deli - Delray
Delray Beach, FL
$225,000
Specialty Real Estate Brokerage, High Growth Opportunity
Florida
$1,175,000
St Armands Bread Route – $298,000 - Polk County
Lakeland, FL
$298,000
30 Year Established Commercial Landscaping Business
Bradenton, FL
$219,000
Florida Restaurant for sale with Real Estate Owner earns $525,000!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Jacksonville, FL
$2,200,000
Pizza Shop for Sale Six Figure Income for Owner Operator
Cape Coral, FL
$249,900
Popular Sports Bar and Grill for Sale with 4 COP Liquor License
Lutz, FL
$599,000
Salomon Serrano
Serrano Advisors
Serving Osceola County, FL
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Residential HVAC Serving Pasco County
Pasco County, FL
$1,600,000
Car Wash In Prime Location With Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Broward County, FL
$13,500,000
Elegant Portuguese Fine Dining – Coastal Cuisine & Outdoor Charm
St Lucie County, FL
$450,000
Exclusive Miami Nightclub Opportunity – Rare Venue with Massive Upside
Miami, FL
$3,400,000
eCommerce Brand | Gifts & Occasions Sector | 75% Amazon Sales
Tampa, FL
$2,600,000
A luxurious Chocolate and Culinary Experience
Orange County, FL
$1,400,000
Buy or Sell a Business in Florida
Florida is a large market with many potential business opportunities. Its economy is diverse, with major industries such as tourism, agriculture, and international trade. With a strong business-friendly climate, it's no wonder that many entrepreneurs choose Florida as the location to buy or sell their businesses.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated data from business for sale listings in Florida to provide some context on the market for potential business buyers and sellers.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5700 |
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Median Asking Price |
$350,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$610,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
25% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.3 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
Most businesses selling in Florida are in one of its major metro areas:
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Area
- Fort Myers Area
- Fort Pierce Area
- Jacksonville Metro
- Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area
- North Port-Sarasota Area
- Orlando Metro Area
- Panama City Metro Area
- Pensacola Metro Area
- Tallahassee Metro Area
- Tampa Bay Metro Area
How many businesses are for sale in Florida?
There are approximately 5,700 businesses currently listed for sale in Florida.
In which cities are most businesses listed for sale?
The highest number of businesses for sale are in:
Other notable cities include Sarasota, Fort Myers, Naples, West Palm Beach, and Boca Raton, each offering a range of opportunities for prospective buyers.
What types of businesses are for sale in Florida?
Popular sectors with businesses for sale include:
- Food and Restaurants (~1,400 listings)
- Service Businesses (~910 listings)
- Building and Construction (~540 listings)
- Retail (~520 listings)
- Automotive and Boat (~420 listings)
Smaller but significant numbers are also seen in other sectors such as Health Care & Fitness, Beauty, Manufacturing, and Technology.
What is the average asking price for businesses in Florida?
The median asking price for currently listed businesses is $350,000, which reflects a diverse market of business sizes and industries.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
Businesses for sale typically report a median revenue of $610,000, though actual figures will vary greatly depending on the type and scale of the business.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
Median reported earnings for businesses on the market stand at $150,000, which can provide potential buyers with an indication of profitability.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Currently, the earnings multiple is around 2.3 times, and the revenue multiple is approximately 0.6 times the asking price. These multiples offer insight into the valuation approaches applied within the Florida business market.
How can Florida business owners sell their own businesses?
While business owners can list their business and manage the sale on their own, particularly if the value is under $100,000 or they already have a buyer, it's often worth the cost to hire a business broker. Brokers bring expertise in pricing, marketing, and negotiating, significantly improving the chances of a successful sale.
