Ilona Antonova

Royal Empire Realty LLC

License Number: 3449349

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200 E Las Olas Blvd, 14Th Floor
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 (View Map)

About the Company

Specializing in Business Sales & Commercial Real Estate Nationwide

At Royal Empire Realty, we specialize in the sale of cash-flowing businesses, franchises, and investment-grade commercial real estate across the United States. Led by Ilona Antonova, a licensed broker and experienced dealmaker, we bring a strategic, results-driven approach to every transaction — from Main Street to malls.

Whether you're buying your first business, expanding a portfolio, or selling a legacy asset, we offer:
Confidential business valuations
Professional marketing & buyer screening
Expertise in co-brokerage and off-market opportunities
Access to institutional and international investor networks
Creative deal structuring & financing strategies

We proudly represent businesses in industries including:

Automotive & transportation

Service and franchise-based models

Retail and mixed-use malls

Hospitality and development sites

Now actively co-brokering on BizBuySell — 50/50 splits offered on most listings.

Let’s close a deal together.

Broker Biography

Introduction

I’m a licensed real estate broker and founder of Royal Empire Realty, specializing in the sale of commercial properties and operating businesses across the U.S. With a strong background in deal structuring, asset repositioning, and investor guidance, I work closely with both domestic and international buyers to match them with profitable, scalable opportunities.

I’ve successfully represented sellers of:

Automotive businesses (dealerships, rentals, repair)

Cash-flowing service companies

Malls, shopping centers & redevelopment sites

Hospitality assets and multifamily portfolios

I bring sharp negotiation, a nationwide investor network, and a hands-on approach to every transaction — from initial valuation through due diligence to closing.

Many of my listings include:

Seller financing

Development upside

Long-term lease structures

Value-add potential for serious operators

Now actively co-brokering on BizBuySell with 50/50 splits on most listings.
Let’s collaborate — whether you're buying, selling, or representing a qualified client.

Based in Florida | Working nationwide

Services Provided

At Royal Empire Realty, we specialize in the sale, lease, and repositioning of commercial and investment real estate across the U.S. Our core focus includes:

Retail & Mall Redevelopment – We represent underperforming malls, shopping centers, and value-add retail assets, helping buyers reposition them through leasing, tenant reconfiguration, or redevelopment, colocation.

Hospitality & Mixed-Use – We work with boutique hotel owners, flagged hospitality groups, and developers to market or acquire operating hotels and shovel-ready hospitality projects nationwide.

Multifamily & Residential Development – From stabilized apartment buildings to entitled land for townhomes or PUDs (Planned Unit Developments), we help clients evaluate, market, and acquire income-generating or ground-up opportunities.

Industrial & Digital Infrastructure – Power-ready shells in existing structures ideal for data centers, GPU clusters, AI training environments, and edge colocation. From small-bay flex industrial to large-scale logistics sites, we work with owner-users and investors to acquire, reposition, or divest high-demand digital infrastructure assets with scalable power, connectivity, and zoning paths.

Business Sales – We also broker operational businesses, including auto-related, service-based, and franchise models. We offer NDA-secured buyer screening, CIM preparation, and full deal management.

We proudly co-broker and welcome buyer-side agents — 50/50 splits on most listings.

Looking for creative deal structure? Seller financing? Development-ready land? Let's talk.

Areas Served

  • Broward, FL
  • Miami-Dade, FL
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • Hillsborough, FL
  • Lee, FL
  • Duval, FL
  • Orange, FL
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Licensed In

    • Florida — License number 3449349

    Professional Affiliations

    Licensed Real Estate Broker – State of Florida

    Principal Broker – Royal Empire Realty LLC

    Paralegal Degree – University of Florida

    Business Sales & Commercial Real Estate Specialist

    Member – BizBuySell Co-Broker Network

    Active in national markets including Florida, Texas, Nebraska, Ohio, and Illinois

    Experienced in SBA deal preparation, lease negotiations, and JV structuring

    Fluent in English and Russian

    Business For Sale Listings

    $18,000,000
    Cash Flow: $1,470,000 
    Houston, TX 
    Cash flowing mall NOI $1,470,000 for sale 700,000 SF 67 AC land Value add Mall Opportunity | 700,000 SF on 67 AC | 8.17% Cap As-Is | Texas Includes Real Estate

    Key Highlights:Size: ~700,000 SF Gross Leasable AreaLand: 67 acres (potential for expansion or redevelopment)Occupancy: ~60% leased – immediate upside in leasing remaining space, development rights, empty boxes saleCurrent NOI: $1,470,000Cap Rate (As-Is): ~8.17%Asking Price: $18,000,000Zoning: Commercial/RetailOwnership: Fee simpleTenancy: National and regional tenants in placeStabilization Potential: Up to 40% upside from vacancy fill and expense managementParking: 5195 parking spaces Accessibility: Excellent ingress/egress from major roads and highways 

    $4,500,000
    West Burlington, IA 
    Prime 400,000 SF Redevelopment Site – Zoning Approved for Data Center Adaptable 36-Acre Campus – Data Center, Colocation, or Mixed-Use Redevelopment Includes Real Estate

    Scalable Midwest Data Center Site – Lease, Redevelop, or RetrofitPrime Data center redevelopment site now available in West Burlington, Iowa. This 400,000 SF enclosed mall on 36 acres is zoning-approved for data center use and offers immediate opportunity for colocation deployment, cloud infrastructure, AI/ML compute centers, or secure digital campus redevelopment.The property combines existing income streams (40%+ leased to NNN tenants) with future redevelopment potential, giving investors and operators the ability to capture cash flow today and conversion upside tomorrow. With proximity to regional power, fiber corridors, and a nearby 

    $17,000,000
    Cash Flow: $1,831,000 
    Texarkana, TX 
    Cash-Flowing Mall in Texas | 10.8% Cap | Expandable NOI | $17M Ask Value-Add Mall Opportunity | 461,000 SF | 14.2% Pro Forma Cap Includes Real Estate

    Texas Mall – 45 Acre Retail Asset with Upside | $1.8M+ NOI | $17M Ask70% Occupied | 461,000 SF GLA | 3,424 Parking SpacesKey Highlights:Gross Leasable Area: 461,000 SFParking: 3,424 spacesLand: Approx. 45 AcresOccupancy: ~70%Current NOI: $1.8M/year currentProjected NOI (Jan 2026): $2,080,000M/yearAsking Price: $17,000,000Current Cap Rate: ~10.8%Projected Cap Rate (Jan): ~12.25%Texas Broker of Record Solutions, Inc. Firm License: #9014506 Alex Everest Broker License: #818858 

    $3,600,000
    Hollywood, FL 
    Used Car Sales, Repairs, Parts | $7M+ Revenue | $3.5M Full-Service Auto Business | $7M Gross | Inventory & Equipment Included

    Seize this rare opportunity to own a 9 year old, well-established 3-in-1 automotive business combining a thriving used car dealership, a fully equipped repair shop, and a stocked auto parts department. This business delivers diverse revenue streams and a loyal repeat customer base.$7M+ in annual gross salesGross profit exceeding $1M annually11,000+ SF of air-conditioned facilities with high ceilings (18–22 ft)Fenced parking for up to 110 vehiclesExperienced staff of technicians and sales professionalsEstablished reputation for quality and trustLicensed for in-house vehicle financingExtensive inventory, equipment, and intellectual property included (approx. $2M assets)Long-term favorable 

    $1,100,000
    Cash Flow: $300,000 
    Hollywood, FL 
    Luxury Car Rental Business | $300K Net Profit | $500K Fleet Included $500K Fleet Included | Semi-Absentee Owner

    This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational luxury car rental business with $500,000+ fleet value included, proven cash flow of approximately $300,000 annual net, and a semi-absentee management structure.Strategically positioned near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport, this business taps a steady stream of high-income travelers, professionals, and locals seeking premium vehicles.30+ luxury vehicles (Range Rover, BMW, Tesla, Jaguar, Audi, Chrysler, and more)Flexible lease through 2030 at only $3,745/monthSimple, secure open lot with compact office — low overheadBooking systems, strong online presence, and 5-star reviews 

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