Established San Francisco Flooring Business — 40+ Years
Business Description
Metro Floors is a long-established residential flooring business serving San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area for over four decades. Known for quality workmanship, reliable service, and personalized customer relationships, the company has built a strong reputation and repeat customer base in one of the most design- and renovation-driven markets in the country.
The business operates from a centrally located showroom and warehouse at 1301 Howard Street in San Francisco’s Design District. The facility functions as both a customer-facing showroom and an operational hub, supporting sales, inventory storage, and project coordination. The location provides strong visibility, convenient access for customers and vendors, and proximity to dense residential neighborhoods throughout the city.
Metro Floors offers a curated selection of flooring products, including carpet, vinyl, and related materials, primarily serving residential homeowners and renovation projects. Operations are streamlined and owner-operated, with minimal overhead and no W-2 employees, making the business well suited for an owner-operator or a buyer looking to integrate it into an existing operation.
Financially, the business has demonstrated resilience through market cycles, including COVID-related disruptions and recent softness in the San Francisco housing market. From 2019–2024, Metro Floors averaged approximately $470,000 in annual gross revenue, with owner earnings supported by a lean cost structure. The business has historically generated higher earnings during stronger renovation cycles, offering meaningful upside as market conditions continue to improve.
The company’s asset base is substantial and turnkey. As of 2024, total assets average approximately $252,000 and include showroom displays, equipment, office furniture and computers, in-stock inventory (carpet, vinyl, trims), leasehold improvements, and a forklift with an additional carpet pole. Long-standing goodwill and brand recognition further enhance the value of the business.
Metro Floors presents a compelling opportunity for a buyer seeking a proven, established flooring business with strong local recognition, a functional showroom and warehouse, and clear paths for growth. Expansion opportunities include increased marketing, deeper contractor and property manager relationships, enhanced digital presence, and the ability to scale operations with additional sales or project management support.
The current owner is committed to a smooth transition and is willing to provide training and operational support to ensure continuity and long-term success for the next owner.
The business operates from a centrally located showroom and warehouse at 1301 Howard Street in San Francisco’s Design District. The facility functions as both a customer-facing showroom and an operational hub, supporting sales, inventory storage, and project coordination. The location provides strong visibility, convenient access for customers and vendors, and proximity to dense residential neighborhoods throughout the city.
Metro Floors offers a curated selection of flooring products, including carpet, vinyl, and related materials, primarily serving residential homeowners and renovation projects. Operations are streamlined and owner-operated, with minimal overhead and no W-2 employees, making the business well suited for an owner-operator or a buyer looking to integrate it into an existing operation.
Financially, the business has demonstrated resilience through market cycles, including COVID-related disruptions and recent softness in the San Francisco housing market. From 2019–2024, Metro Floors averaged approximately $470,000 in annual gross revenue, with owner earnings supported by a lean cost structure. The business has historically generated higher earnings during stronger renovation cycles, offering meaningful upside as market conditions continue to improve.
The company’s asset base is substantial and turnkey. As of 2024, total assets average approximately $252,000 and include showroom displays, equipment, office furniture and computers, in-stock inventory (carpet, vinyl, trims), leasehold improvements, and a forklift with an additional carpet pole. Long-standing goodwill and brand recognition further enhance the value of the business.
Metro Floors presents a compelling opportunity for a buyer seeking a proven, established flooring business with strong local recognition, a functional showroom and warehouse, and clear paths for growth. Expansion opportunities include increased marketing, deeper contractor and property manager relationships, enhanced digital presence, and the ability to scale operations with additional sales or project management support.
The current owner is committed to a smooth transition and is willing to provide training and operational support to ensure continuity and long-term success for the next owner.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 21
- Employees
- 8 (2 Full-time, 6 Contractors)
- Facilities & Assets
- Metro Floors operates from a well-located showroom and warehouse at 1301 Howard St. in San Francisco’s Design District. The facility supports customer-facing sales, inventory storage, and operations, with lease improvements including a rolling door. Business assets average ~$252K, including showroom displays, equipment, office furniture, in-stock inventory (carpet, vinyl, trims), and a forklift with carpet pole ($14.5K). Long-standing goodwill and an established SF presence.
- Website
- https://www.metro-floors.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Metro Floors operates in a resilient and improving San Francisco residential flooring market. Demand is supported by ongoing home renovations, aging housing stock, and renewed activity as interest rates stabilize. While competition includes a few other retailers and local installers, Metro Floors stands out through decades of brand recognition, repeat customers, and personalized service. A lean operating model positions the business to capture upside as market conditions continue to strengthen.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Metro Floors offers multiple growth opportunities, including increased marketing to residential customers, deeper partnerships with contractors and property managers, and expansion into higher-margin products. A new owner could scale revenue by adding sales support, improving digital presence, and capturing repeat renovation business, while leveraging the existing showroom, inventory, and brand to grow efficiently without significant new capital investment.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 10,019
- Rent
- $8,200.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/1/2031
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is wanting to retire after 20+ years of operating this business.
- Transition Support
- The owners are committed to a smooth transition and are willing to provide training and operational support to the buyer. This includes guidance on day-to-day operations, supplier relationships, estimating, and customer handoff to ensure continuity and long-term success.
- Financing Options
- Open to discussions around seller financing, would require at least 50% down
Listing Info
- ID
- 2458262
- Listing Views
- 68
Business Location
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