"Turnkey Tahoe City Laundromat — Steady Annual Cash Flow
Business Description
Turnkey Tahoe City Laundromat - Steady Annual Cash Flow
Established in 1969, this profitable laundromat operates in the desirable Tahoe City market within Placer County, California. The business generates $418,000 in annual revenue with $156,000 in seller's discretionary earnings, representing a strong 37% cash flow margin.
Business Overview:
This turnkey operation features newer equipment in a 2,480 square foot facility, operating 24 hours daily to maximize revenue potential. The business offers comprehensive wash, dry, and fold services alongside traditional coin laundry operations. With only two competing laundromats within a 10-mile radius, this location enjoys limited direct competition in the North Lake Tahoe market.
Financial Performance:
- Annual Revenue: $418,000
- Cash Flow (SDE): $156,000
- Monthly Lease: $4,451
- FF&E Value: $125,000
- Inventory Value: $5,000
Key Advantages:
- Easy-to-operate business model requiring minimal hands-on management
- 24-hour operation maximizes revenue potential
- Newer, reliable equipment reduces maintenance costs
- Established wash/dry/fold service creates additional revenue streams
- Prime Tahoe City location with limited competition
- Strong cash flow with consistent customer demand
Growth Opportunities:
Significant expansion potential exists through developing commercial accounts, targeting large apartment complexes for residential wash/dry/fold services, and implementing strategic pricing adjustments on below-market washer and dryer rates.
Support & Financing:
Seller provides comprehensive 4-week training program (4 hours weekly) focused on wash/dry/fold operations, plus additional negotiable post-sale support ensuring smooth transition. Bank and SBA financing available with 40% down payment.
This established laundromat presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a stable, cash-flowing business in one of California's premier mountain resort communities. The combination of steady revenue, growth potential, and seller support makes this an attractive investment for qualified buyers.
Seller is motivated to transition due to pursuing other business interests, creating an opportunity for the right buyer to acquire this well-positioned laundromat operation.
Established in 1969, this profitable laundromat operates in the desirable Tahoe City market within Placer County, California. The business generates $418,000 in annual revenue with $156,000 in seller's discretionary earnings, representing a strong 37% cash flow margin.
Business Overview:
This turnkey operation features newer equipment in a 2,480 square foot facility, operating 24 hours daily to maximize revenue potential. The business offers comprehensive wash, dry, and fold services alongside traditional coin laundry operations. With only two competing laundromats within a 10-mile radius, this location enjoys limited direct competition in the North Lake Tahoe market.
Financial Performance:
- Annual Revenue: $418,000
- Cash Flow (SDE): $156,000
- Monthly Lease: $4,451
- FF&E Value: $125,000
- Inventory Value: $5,000
Key Advantages:
- Easy-to-operate business model requiring minimal hands-on management
- 24-hour operation maximizes revenue potential
- Newer, reliable equipment reduces maintenance costs
- Established wash/dry/fold service creates additional revenue streams
- Prime Tahoe City location with limited competition
- Strong cash flow with consistent customer demand
Growth Opportunities:
Significant expansion potential exists through developing commercial accounts, targeting large apartment complexes for residential wash/dry/fold services, and implementing strategic pricing adjustments on below-market washer and dryer rates.
Support & Financing:
Seller provides comprehensive 4-week training program (4 hours weekly) focused on wash/dry/fold operations, plus additional negotiable post-sale support ensuring smooth transition. Bank and SBA financing available with 40% down payment.
This established laundromat presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a stable, cash-flowing business in one of California's premier mountain resort communities. The combination of steady revenue, growth potential, and seller support makes this an attractive investment for qualified buyers.
Seller is motivated to transition due to pursuing other business interests, creating an opportunity for the right buyer to acquire this well-positioned laundromat operation.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 57
- Employees
- 2 Full-time
- Facilities & Assets
- Boutique Tahoe City Laundromat For Sale — Strong WDF Revenue, Turnkey & Warm
The Lost Sock is an established, 24 hour boutique laundromat in Tahoe City, CA — 2,480 SF, warm and inviting, with good parking in a resort market with year-round local and tourist demand.
Equipment: 21 washers, 7 stack dryers, 3 large 75-lb dryers built for bulk wash-dry-fold volume.
A significant portion of WDF revenue comes from yearly contracts with commercial accounts — predictable, recurring income beyond walk-in traffic. Self-service wash/dry pricing sits below market, offering a clear, low-effort opportunity to raise rates and boost cash flow immediately.
Turnkey opportunity for a buyer seeking a boutique business with brand identity, pricing power, and diversified revenue. Financials available upon request. - Market Outlook / Competition
- Only 2 competing laundromats exist within 10 miles north of the location.
Check us out!!! - Opportunities for Growth
- Growth levers include expanding commercial accounts, targeting large apartment complexes for residential WDF, and raising below-market washer/dryer pricing.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,480
- Rent
- $4,451 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Pursue other business interests
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide 4 weeks of training (4 hrs/week) on WDF operations, plus additional negotiable post-sale support to ensure a smooth transition.
- Financing Options
- Bank/SBA financing available with 40% down
Listing Info
- ID
- 2547190
- Listing Views
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