RetailRare opportunity to acquire a grocery store business with 19 years of operating history in a growing market. The local market is fragmented, positioning this business well for a buyer pursuing a consolidation strategy. The brand is well recognized locally, supported by years of consistent signage, vehicle wraps, and community involvement. The owner's role can be learned by a motivated buyer during the training period; industry experience is helpful but not essential. A balanced mix of one-time projects and repeat engagements smooths revenue through the year and reduces seasonality risk. A capable manager runs daily operations, and the staff is expected to remain in place through a transition. Vendor and supplier relationships are long-standing, with favorable terms that a new owner will step into. Ideal for a hands-on owner, or as an add-on acquisition for a regional player.
Up to 20% carried at 8% over 7 years for qualified buyers.
Owner is scaling back for health-and-lifestyle reasons and will assist with a full transition.
Seller offers 4 weeks of hands-on training, with phone support for 6 months after closing.
Competition exists from regional operators, but the company's reputation and tenure provide a durable advantage.
A new owner could grow by adding outside sales, pursuing commercial contracts, and increasing marketing spend.
Modeling Turnkey Grocery Market in Hartford · $480K
Asking price is $480K. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
Open the full Deal AnalyzerHartford, CT · Source: AI estimate (Claude) · general knowledge.
AI-estimated comparable ranges from general market knowledge · as of 2026-08-04 · AI estimate (Claude) · general market knowledge. Reference only, not verified market data or a valuation.
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Rough AI estimate for a mid-sized retail store in the Hartford area; retail margins vary widely by subsegment (grocery, specialty, apparel), so treat these as a broad orientation, not verified data.
Figures are provided by the seller. The platform does not verify or value the business. The implied multiple is simply asking price ÷ cash flow (SDE). Not financial advice; verify independently before any offer.