75 year old Profitable Food Distribution Company
Business Description
ESTABLISHED FOOD DISTRIBUTION COMPANY - 75 YEARS OF SUCCESS
This profitable food distribution business has been serving the San Diego market since 1950, building an exceptional reputation over seven decades. With annual revenue of $1,925,000 and seller's discretionary earnings of $135,000, this established operation offers a stable income opportunity in the essential food distribution sector.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
- 75-year operating history with strong customer relationships
- Specializes in produce and food distribution with excellent market reputation
- Annual revenue: $1,925,000
- Cash flow (SDE): $135,000
- EBITDA: $75,000
- Asking price: $300,000 (includes $3,500 inventory)
OPERATIONS & LOCATION:
- Located in San Diego, CA with 2,800 sq ft facility
- Lease through July 2029 at $5,500/month
- Experienced staff already in place
- Easy-to-manage daily operations
- FF&E valued at $42,500
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
- Significant expansion opportunities identified by current ownership
- Potential for growth through acquisition
- Market presence ready for scaling
- Recent upgrades and improvements position business for growth
OWNER SUPPORT & FINANCING:
- Current owner (30+ years experience) available for 1-2 months training
- Morning operations manager remains with business
- Seller financing available
- Owner selling due to other opportunities/potential relocation
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established business with decades of customer loyalty, experienced staff, and substantial growth potential. The food distribution industry provides essential services with consistent demand, making this a stable investment in a proven market.
Perfect for an entrepreneur seeking an established operation with strong fundamentals and expansion possibilities in the thriving San Diego market.
This profitable food distribution business has been serving the San Diego market since 1950, building an exceptional reputation over seven decades. With annual revenue of $1,925,000 and seller's discretionary earnings of $135,000, this established operation offers a stable income opportunity in the essential food distribution sector.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
- 75-year operating history with strong customer relationships
- Specializes in produce and food distribution with excellent market reputation
- Annual revenue: $1,925,000
- Cash flow (SDE): $135,000
- EBITDA: $75,000
- Asking price: $300,000 (includes $3,500 inventory)
OPERATIONS & LOCATION:
- Located in San Diego, CA with 2,800 sq ft facility
- Lease through July 2029 at $5,500/month
- Experienced staff already in place
- Easy-to-manage daily operations
- FF&E valued at $42,500
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
- Significant expansion opportunities identified by current ownership
- Potential for growth through acquisition
- Market presence ready for scaling
- Recent upgrades and improvements position business for growth
OWNER SUPPORT & FINANCING:
- Current owner (30+ years experience) available for 1-2 months training
- Morning operations manager remains with business
- Seller financing available
- Owner selling due to other opportunities/potential relocation
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established business with decades of customer loyalty, experienced staff, and substantial growth potential. The food distribution industry provides essential services with consistent demand, making this a stable investment in a proven market.
Perfect for an entrepreneur seeking an established operation with strong fundamentals and expansion possibilities in the thriving San Diego market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 76
- Employees
- 4 (3 Full-time, 1 Contractor)
- Facilities & Assets
- Warehouse with Large Walk in cooler and racking. Have subtenant that we distribute for doing specialized food product.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- It is ready to grow. A lot has been added and upgraded and now is time to go sell it.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Huge growth. We haven't started selling. Growth by acquisition as well.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,800
- Rent
- $5,500 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 7/31/2029
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Other Opportunities/Possibly Moving out of State
- Transition Support
- Will be on for 1-2 months to help train. Old owner still runs morning ops and he owned it for 30 years.
- Financing Options
- Seller can carry part of the purchase.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2552646
- Listing Views
Business Location
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