Naples, FL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a debt-free, cash-flowing ice cream brand with three fully operational locations in the heart of one of Florida's fastest-growing and most desirable markets -...
$1,650,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Naples, FL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a debt-free, cash-flowing ice cream brand with three fully operational locations in the heart of one of Florida's fastest-growing and most desirable markets -...
$1,650,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Vancouver, WA
Established Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Business - Two Prime Vancouver, WA Locations This turnkey ice cream operation represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a market-leading business with 24...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $146,360
Palm Beach County, FL
A rare opportunity to own a profitable frozen yogurt shop with a 14-year operating history in a thriving Southeast Florida retail district. This self-serve dessert business features 80+ rotating...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $180,911
Lancaster, PA
Why Invest in This Opportunity? -Proven Product: Customers have shown they love the products and return time and time again after a first visit. -Highly Profitable: Business showed strong profits last...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $55,552
Englewood, CO
Online auction: Sep 29-Oct 1, 2025
$350,000 starting bid
Chattanooga, TN
Have you been dreaming of owning your an ice cream truck ir shop? This is a great business opportunity to invest in a turnkey business that sells "Italian Ice & Gelato" in a growing market place. The...
$79,999
Walpole, NH
“From Cow to Cone” – Walpole Creamery ice cream –the best right from the start! Locally sourced: Walpole Creamery, Ltd. (the “Creamery”) was established in 2006 in Walpole, New Hampshire. The Creamery...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Salem, OR
Profitable Baskin-Robbins Franchise Locations – Salem & Oregon City, OR This is your opportunity to acquire two established Baskin-Robbins franchise locations with strong sales, loyal customers, and...
$300,000
Flowood, MS
We are asking $150,000.00 to purchase a profitable ice cream parlor. There are so many quality ice cream flavors to enjoy and taste. We do not just sell ice cream. We sell an experience. It's a great...
$150,000
Lynchburg, VA
Business Overview: FUSE - Cookies and Ice Cream represents a unique opportunity to acquire a first-of-its-kind mobile dessert concept. This innovative food truck specializes in customizable filled...
$120,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Roy and Tara Gilad founded Vitality Bowls in 2011 to bring healthy, allergy-safe food to communities. Today, it’s a nationally recognized, award-winning franchise.
$75,000
Albuquerque, NM
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global bubble tea market is projected to grow from $2.63B in 2024 to over $4.78B by 2032, driven by increased health-conscious alternatives to soda and the...
$90,000
Portland, OR
This beautifully designed scoop shop is located in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Pearl District—a high-foot-traffic neighborhood known for its boutiques, cafes, and creative energy. Outfitted with...
Cash Flow: $10,000
Fort Worth, TX
Leading ice cream brand with 17 locations across 4 states looking for local operator who can run a brand new store in Fort Worth. Our store uses proprietary systems to make Nitrogen Ice cream one cup...
$300,000
Seattle, WA
Established Smoothie Franchise - Prime Gym Location in Seattle This profitable smoothie cafe franchise operates within a high-caliber gym in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, offering an exceptional...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Newton, MA
It is bitter sweet to be listing our family owned ice cream shop for sale after 7 years. The ice cream store has been a staple in the community for several decades and we are in search of the next...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $23,000
Frank & Rose Stabler
Certified Business Brokers
Serving Harris County, TX
Having the largest team of experienced, professional brokers in the State of Texas means that business owners have the greatest number of people collaborating and working together to sell their business. Our professional team has over 230 years of collective experience selling businesses and have closed business transactions in excess of one billion dollars in revenues. This means credibility, experience, expertise, and success.
Mission Viejo, CA
Locked in Extremely low rent rate Cash flow immediately Introducing a truly exceptional cash flow opportunity with even more opportunity– an ice cream store like no other. Positioned in a high-traffic...
$99,800
Pompano Beach, FL
Franchised Ice Cream Business for Sale that utilizes Liquid Nitrogen to prepare the smoothest and most delicious ice cream you will ever taste is available. Sale includes all furniture, fixtures and...
$99,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Garrison, MN
PRICE REDUCED TO $375,000! (Originally $399,000!). Excellent opportunity to take over a long standing, well operated restaurant and ice cream shop located along Hwy 169 in Garrison, opposite Mille...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $140,891
Philadelphia, PA
Amazing opportunity to own a Ben & Jerry's on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. New 10 year lease starting on May 1,2026. Buyer will get the store along with a lease, all furniture,...
$699,500
Cash Flow: $185,000
Rockville, MD
Established Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shop - Prime Rockville Location This thriving ice cream shop presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator in Montgomery County's desirable Rockville...
$98,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Hummus Republic is a modern fast-casual concept with a simple business model, low investment, and easygoing operations. Hummus Republic is healthy and flavorful with plant-based options. No chefs/extensive equipment is required.
$150,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego, CA
Seize this opportunity to own a thriving boba tea and yogurt shop in a high-traffic, high-demand area of San Diego! This fully operational and profitable business comes with an established customer...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $98,415
Athens, GA
Looking for a fun opportunity to own a business that puts smiles on people’s faces, serves phenomenally popular products, and values the importance of having fun, giving back, and getting involved in...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $151,000
North Carolina
Fully staffed ice cream and candy shop located next to high traffic movie theater in mixed use community. In business and thriving with increasing sales year over year since 2009....
$350,000
Cash Flow: $142,219
Sandy Spgs, GA
#6452 Sandy Springs GA National Counter Quick Service Restaurant Franchise for Sale – Fully Equipped Turnkey or Convert – $79,000 (These are Open and Operating Businesses. Please be respectful and do...
$79,000
Atlanta, GA
Midtown Atlanta GA Rush Bowl National Franchise Restaurant for Sale on Peachtree – Fully Equipped Turnkey or Convert (These are Open and Operating Businesses. Please be respectful and do not make any...
$125,000
Merrimack, NH
Axel’s Food & Ice Cream is a well-established, family-run business that has served the Merrimack, New Hampshire community for many years. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong local...
$85,000
Parker, CO
This Profitable Italian Ice and Custard Franchise for Sale in Parker, Co. is perfect for a first time owner / operator or an expereinced operaor wanting to add to his portfolio. With sales of over...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $88,628
Phoenix, AZ
This is a rare opportunity to own a vibrant and beautifully designed ice cream and Juice Bar for Sale in Phoenix. The space is filled with color, charm, and decorative touches, creating a lively and...
$180,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Greenwood, WI
This independent Wisconsin Restaurant For Sale with Real Estate is a golden opportunity for an owner/operator looking to step into an established business. With the real estate included in the...
$119,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minnesota
Step into a nationally recognized franchise with deep community roots and over 20 years of local brand loyalty. This treat-focused quick-service restaurant is located on a high-traffic highway 2 hours...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $121,453
Available in Multiple Locations
Join Jon Smith Subs: a thriving franchise offering fresh, delicious subs in a vibrant atmosphere. Be part of a growing community today!
$100,000
See More FranchisesAlpharetta, GA
This Italian Ice Cream Business for Sale in Alpharetta, GA presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own concept to a vibrant and growing market. Located in a highly...
$40,000
Goodyear, AZ
Looking for a successful Ice Cream Business for Sale in the West Valley? This thriving ice cream and dessert shop in Goodyear is a rare opportunity to take over a profitable, well-loved business in a...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $54,103
North Saint Paul, MN
LUV Ice Cream, LLC is a national brand excelling in all-natural, no sugar added artisan desserts, specifically ice cream and chocolates with unlimited potential to bring delicious treats to a...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Fayette County, GA
PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE! Established frozen yogurt and smoothie shop with tiki bar and outdoor patio located in beautiful Fayette County, Georgia. This turnkey operation has been successfully...
$60,000
Sherman, TX
Tired of corporate life and ready to be your own boss? This Fast Casual Franchise for Sale in Grayson County allows you to step into ownership with a proven, nationally respected brand. Buy this...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Lean Kitchen delivers meaningful and profitable outcomes for our franchise partners by improving the quality of life for their communities, their customers, and their families every day.
$75,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego, CA
Offering premium nonfat frozen yogurt in both tart and sweet, plus dairy free-options. Their top-quality flavor selection varies from their popular original tart flavor to a wide rotation of...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $95,707
City Of Industry, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a well-established and popular tea, coffee, juice, beverage type shop location in the bustling City of Industry. This turn-key business location offers a unique chance to...
$100,000
Fairfax County, VA
Sugar Mama's Ice Cream is a beloved family-friendly dessert shop in the heart of Fairfax County, VA, offering an exceptional opportunity for new ownership. This established business generates $96,000...
$25,000
Frisco, TX
Buy this Frisco, Texas, restaurant for sale in a prime location. It is located in a high-income area. The average household income within a 5-mile radius is over $150,000, with over 100,000...
$175,000
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
$15,000
John Webster
National Business Acquisitions, LLC.
Serving Fulton County, GA
John Webster brings over four and a half decades of business experience to the table. His business portfolio includes ownership of a highly successful Atlanta based Mergers and Acquisition firm National Business Acquisitions, which was started in 1992. This Company specializes in small to mid-market sized businesses in manufacturing, distribution, service, security, and logistics sectors with values up to $100 million. John Has owned several residential construction Companies and a real estate Company, with the prime focus on design and building of high-end homes in premier locations and golf course communities in Atlanta and Reynolds Plantation. John's experience in mechanical engineering, machine design, industrial engineering, logistics, residential and commercial construction, architecture, real estate, finance, and acquisitions, provides him with a broad-based knowledge to successfully guide and assist clients through the mergers and acquisitions or sales process. John Webster holds degrees from both Erie County Technical Institute and Buffalo State University. John also served in the military in the Army branch as a chemical laboratory technician.
Newport News, VA
Best well known location, over 20 years of buseinss only sales. Best Ice cream in town and fully equipted. Good income with short hours...
$235,000
Hilo, HI
Hawaii's famous Magic Pineapple Shack is for sale. The pioneers of ube soft serve on the islands, The OG's of Hawaii IG foodstagram. MMPS has stood the test of time, and after over a decade of...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Tuscaloosa, AL
OPENED IN 2018 The Business is located in the heart of a college town with unrivaled foot traffic. Opened in 2018, the Business quickly became a top-performing location in this exclusive, growing...
$375,775
Cash Flow: $150,000
Queens County, NY
LISTING ID # 37121 A ice cream parlor is located in a densely populated neighborhood in Queens County, New York. The rent is $4,950 per month with a 10-year lease. the space is spacious and can...
$240,000
Cash Flow: $73,000
Jackson County, TX
This established franchise opportunity presents a two-unit Dairy Queen package located in Jackson County, with properties positioned approximately 10 minutes apart for operational efficiency. The...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $343,066
Available in Multiple Locations
With Average Unit Volumes over $1.1M, life is sweet as a Sloan's franchisee. Since 1999, Sloan’s has operated under a singular mission: Providing the sweetest and most unique dessert experience to our customers. Over the past 20+ years, Sloan’s has continued to design and refine our image and products to create the best possible memories for the young and the young at heart.
$180,000
See More FranchisesWestchester County, NY
LISTING ID # 36151 Located in a bustling Westchester County shopping plaza, this absentee-run franchise offers an array of irresistible Italian ice flavors. With no cooking involved, the menu is...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Glendale, AZ
Profitable Dessert Cafe for Sale with Drive Thru in the West Valley For Sale! Established and Going Strong Since 2017! Absentee ownership structure! Whether you're an experienced business owner or...
$149,888
Cash Flow: $69,792
Portsmouth, NH
A rare chance to acquire a popular and profitable retail artisan chocolate & ice cream shop located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, NH. This established Kilwins franchise is renowned for its...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $310,000
Houston, TX
TCBY FROZEN YOGURT known for its innovative and healthier frozen yogurt that is full of probiotics, fiber, protein, calcium and vitamin A and D. TCBY focuses on healthy incredients, offering a variety...
$289,000
Fairfield County, CT
This is a profitable and fully renovated dessert and coffee shop with a modern, café-style interior. The store has been recently upgraded with ceramic wall tiles, contemporary lighting, and...
$377,000
Cash Flow: $139,020
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
$200,000
See More FranchisesDallas County, TX
Dairy Queen in a small town doing very well averaging $85k per month. Free standing building with drive thru Rent $10,000 plus NNN. Call me for more details....
$350,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Ice cream, frozen yogurt, and soft-serve shops have proven to be profitable businesses in the food service sector. They tend to have minimal labor and service requirements, need little real estate, and enjoy a steady stream of customers when located appropriately.
If you are considering buying or selling an ice cream or froyo shop, having some context is important for evaluating individual businesses relative to the market. To that end, we have aggregated business for sale listing data of ice cream and frozen yogurt shop businesses and surfaced key financial metrics and valuation multiples based on asking prices.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
350 |
Median Asking Price |
$249,475 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$393,200 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$84,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shop Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.45 |
2.08 |
Median |
0.63 |
2.79 |
Upper Quartile |
0.81 |
3.56 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shop Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy an ice cream or froyo shop?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for an ice cream shop business is $249,475.
How much do ice cream and frozen yogurt shop business owners earn?
Ice cream shop business owners report median annual sales of $393,200 and annual owner earnings of $84,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value an ice cream or frozen yogurt shop business?
Valuing a business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among ice cream and frozen yogurt businesses listed for sale in the U.S. range from 0.45 to 0.81, with the median at 0.63. Earnings multiples range from 2.08 to 3.56, with the median at 2.79. These values suggest a typical ice cream or froyo shop may sell for around 0.63 times its annual revenue, and 2.79 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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