Turn-Key Bar Opportunity in Auburndale, FL
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Excellent opportunity to take over a turn-key bar business in Auburndale, Florida. This established bar operates out of a 1,472 sq. ft. building situated on a 0.32-acre lot, with a favorable lease already in place. This is a business-only sale; real estate is not included.
The current lease runs from January 26, 2026 through January 31, 2029, with an affordable monthly lease rate of only $950 per month. Operating expenses are also manageable, with electric averaging approximately $200–$300 per month, water approximately $100 per month, and dumpster service approximately $215 per month.
The business includes a valuable 2COP license and features major recent improvements, including a new roof in 2026 and a whole new walk-in cooler unit. Current annual sales are approximately $66,000–$72,000, with significant potential for growth through new concepts, expanded marketing, events, entertainment, food offerings, or fresh ownership ideas.
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator or investor looking for an affordable bar business with low overhead, existing operations, and room to increase revenue.
The current lease runs from January 26, 2026 through January 31, 2029, with an affordable monthly lease rate of only $950 per month. Operating expenses are also manageable, with electric averaging approximately $200–$300 per month, water approximately $100 per month, and dumpster service approximately $215 per month.
The business includes a valuable 2COP license and features major recent improvements, including a new roof in 2026 and a whole new walk-in cooler unit. Current annual sales are approximately $66,000–$72,000, with significant potential for growth through new concepts, expanded marketing, events, entertainment, food offerings, or fresh ownership ideas.
This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator or investor looking for an affordable bar business with low overhead, existing operations, and room to increase revenue.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 6
- Employees
- 2 Part-time
- Facilities & Assets
- The business operates from a 1,472 sq. ft. turn-key bar facility with both indoor and outdoor appeal. The interior offers a functional bar layout with customer seating, beverage service area, and a new walk-in cooler unit already in place. In addition to the indoor bar, the property features a unique outdoor back area complete with a firepit, an enclosed outdoor Pavilion, and a relaxing view overlooking a pond. This outdoor setting creates an inviting atmosphere for customers and offers excellent potential for live music, trivia nights, private events, social gatherings, themed parties, or expanded outdoor seating. The combination of indoor bar space and scenic outdoor features gives a new owner multiple ways to enhance the customer experience and grow revenue.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Auburndale is a growing Central Florida market located within rapidly expanding Polk County, with access to local residents, nearby employment, sports activity, and visitor traffic. The surrounding area includes a mix of sports bars, neighborhood bars, brewpubs, casual restaurants, and chain dining options, creating an established demand for food, beverage, and entertainment concepts. This business is positioned to compete through its low monthly lease, manageable operating costs, 2COP beer and wine license, new walk-in cooler unit, and turn-key setup. A new owner could further differentiate the business with themed events, live music, karaoke, trivia, sports nights, food partnerships, outdoor use, private parties, and stronger social media marketing. With low overhead and room for new concepts, the business offers meaningful upside in a growing local market.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Current ownership has established a turn-key bar operation with low monthly overhead and annual sales of approximately $66,000–$72,000. A new owner could significantly increase revenue by introducing fresh concepts, themed events, live entertainment, trivia nights, karaoke, sports watch parties, food menu, expanded beer and wine selections, stronger social media marketing, private events, and possible outdoor seating or event use, subject to approvals. With a 2COP license, low lease rate, new walk-in cooler unit, and lease in place through January 2029, this business offers excellent upside for an energetic owner-operator with new ideas.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,472
- Rent
- $950.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/31/2029
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner only purchased to help his friend and is not interested in owning a bar
- Transition Support
- Owner will stay on for up to 30 days to train the new owner if needed.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2511811
- Listing Views
- 56
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