Turnkey Gas Station, C-Store, Fuel Business & Liquor License
The Only Gas Station for Miles! in Des Moines, NM • Real Estate Included • Liquor License Included

A rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully operational gas station and convenience store with real estate, fuel operations, and a New Mexico Dispenser Liquor License all included in the sale. High Country Mercantile serves as one of only two fuel providers in the entire region, creating a near-monopoly position in a rural trade area with strong year-round demand from locals, ranchers, travelers, truckers, and seasonal hunters.

This is a true turnkey owner-operator or investor acquisition with multiple income streams and stable, repeat customer traffic.

Business Highlights

Multiple revenue streams: Fuel, convenience retail, liquor sales, lottery, ATM, merchandise.

Consistent financial performance:

2025 EBITDA (Jan–Aug annualized): ~**$122,000**
2024 EBITDA: ~$119,000
2023 EBITDA: ~$122,000

Fuel volume: Average ~33,000 gallons/month across unleaded, premium, and diesel.

Real Estate & Assets

* Fee simple ownership of the site.
* Monument signage on Broadway Ave with excellent visibility.
* Above-ground tanks serviced by Patriot Petroleum:

* (1) 10,000-gallon tank with unleaded fuel
* (1) 10,000-gallon tank split (5,000 premium / 5,000 diesel)
* Modern canopy, pumps, POS, coolers, shelving, Veeder Root system, and fixtures included.
* Well-maintained building with retail area, storage, cold beverage displays, and walk-in cooler.
Additional acreage behind the store available, offering expansion potential (RV parking, truck bays, storage, new retail space, etc.).

Competitive Advantages

“Only gas station for miles” — deep capture of local and highway traffic.
* Real estate ownership eliminates rent pressure and protects long-term margins.
* Strong rural trade area with consistent necessity-based spending.
* Liquor license provides a rare and valuable income source.
* Ideal for family operators, regional fuel operators, or buyers seeking stable cash flow with property ownership.

Growth Opportunities

* Add hot food / quick-serve concepts.
* Expand liquor and grocery selection.
* Utilize available adjacent land for RV pads, storage units, or additional retail.
* Enhance digital presence and local marketing.
* Add diesel-focused offerings for agricultural and trucking customers.

Reason for Sale -Ownership is retiring and seeking a qualified buyer to carry the business forward.

Next Steps

Financial statements, fuel reports, and site visits are available for qualified buyers with an NDA.