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Service Businesses For Sale in Illinois

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Profitable Staffing Business with Loyal Clients and Room to Grow

Savoy, IL

This long-standing staffing and recruiting business has built a reputation for reliability, quality placements, and strong local relationships. With over $2.25M in revenue and $146K in cash flow over...

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$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $146,921

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Real Estate Company and Building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Kane County, IL

Picture yourself walking into your own established real estate franchise - one that's been a trusted name in the community for 40 years. This isn't just any business opportunity; you're getting both a...

$625,000

$625,000

Cash Flow: $57,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Property Restoration Business for Sale! Be Your Own Boss!

Kane County, IL

Are you a motivated, energetic entrepreneur looking for your next big opportunity? This is your chance to acquire a highly profitable, proven, and recession-proof property restoration and roofing...

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$875,000

$875,000

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Express Employment Professionals in Homewood, IL

Homewood, IL

***Inquire for financial performance information*** Looking to own a business in a thriving community? Look no further than Express Employment Professionals in Homewood, IL. Our staffing agency has...

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$75,000

$75,000

Contract Pending!

Evanston, IL

EXPRESS LAUNDRY EVANSTON, IL ASKING $125,000 This Laundromat was recently purchased as part of the shopping center purchase by a man that is not interested in operating the laundromat, therefore he...

$125,000

$125,000

Established Tax Franchise for Sale

Dolton, IL

ESTABLISHED ACCOUNTING & TAX FRANCHISE FOR SALE South Suburbs of Cook County | Turnkey Operation | High Growth Potential Take Over a Proven Franchise with Built-In Brand Power! Step into a nationally...

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$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $39,000

High-End Flexible Office Space for Sale - Semi-Absentee Business Model

Lake County, IL

This premium coworking space is a turnkey opportunity for a buyer looking to enter or expand within the flexible office industry. The 19,000 square-foot facility includes 69 fully furnished private...

$950,000

$950,000

Turnkey Luxury Kids’ Sleepover Party Business – Chicago

Cook County, IL

This established Chicago-based event service specializes in luxury themed sleepover experiences for children, offering parents a unique, hassle-free way to create unforgettable celebrations. Launched...

$150,000

$150,000

Premium Workspace Business

Cook County, IL

This modern flexible workspace business represents an exceptional opportunity in one of Chicago's most dynamic professional markets. Located in an upscale Class A building, this turnkey operation...

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$190,000

$190,000

Reputable Sign Design Company – No Experience Needed

Chicago, IL

This established, home-based business presents a rare opportunity to step into the signage industry with ease—backed by 25 years of reputation, relationships, and results. Whether you're an...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $54,464

Simple Service Business with High Repeat Clientele

Dallas, IL

Want a business that doesn’t keep you behind a desk? This service lets you hit the road, stay active, and help local restaurants and kitchens stay compliant and energy-efficient. Work with your hands,...

$278,900

$278,900

Cash Flow: $290,410

Commercial Snow Removal Business – 45 Years in Operation

Cook County, IL

This full-service commercial and industrial snow removal company has been a trusted name in the northwest suburbs of Cook County since 1980. Family-owned and passed from one generation to the next,...

$299,000

$299,000

Modern Shared Working Space Business for Sale

$500,000 - DuPage County, IL

$500,000

DuPage County, IL

Jake Gerardi

United Franchise Group

Appliance Sales & Repair Business – Serving Greater Chicagoland

Cook County, IL

For over 25 years, this well-established appliance store has been a trusted name in the Greater Chicagoland area, offering a wide selection of new and used major appliances, including refrigerators,...

$480,000

$480,000

Cash Flow: $52,313

Behavioral Services - Autism Management Clinic

Cook County, IL

Conveniently situated in the south suburbs of Chicago, this clinic specializes in Autism Management through evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy by providing individualized,...

$960,000

$960,000

Cash Flow: $221,979

Jason Barnes

Priority Business Brokers

Serving Cook County, IL

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Senior Placement Franchise with Partial Seller financing!

Illinois

This business requires a compassionate individual who is willing to work with seniors and their families to find an appropriate senior living community. Here's your chance to own a well-established...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $69,293

Modern Vending Business – Flexible, Tech-Enabled Operations

Chicago, IL

This vending business offers a turnkey opportunity to provide snacks, beverages, and custom product selections through a network of advanced, technology-driven machines. Each machine features remote...

$159,500

$159,500

Cash Flow: $132,000

Turnkey, Tech-Forward Fitness Studio in Growing Market

Schaumburg, IL

Exciting opportunity to own a growing smart gym that’s changing the way people approach fitness! Built around innovative, AI-driven technology, the studio specializes in helping adults over 50 get...

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$99,500

$99,500

Cash Flow: $53,070

Well Established Land Surveying business ready for new ownership

Cook County, IL

Are you looking to step into the lucrative world of real estate services? An exceptional opportunity awaits with the sale of a well-established Land Surveying business in Illinois, United States. With...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $176,328

Turnkey Multi-Location Staffing Franchise Backed By 43 Yrs of Success

Savoy, IL

Ready to elevate your earning potential? This isn't just another business opportunity—it's a rare opportunity to take two time-tested staffing franchises operating under America's most-awarded...

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$550,000

$550,000

High-Volume Longstanding Family-Owned Deli & Caterer w/Property-43 Yrs

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Cook County, IL

Offering a delicious deli and market-style menu. Well-known for their exceptional homemade, home-style cooked meals including housemade soups, fresh salads, specialty sandwiches, tasty wraps,...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $177,597

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago, IL: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale

Evanston, IL

The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...

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$285,000

$285,000

B2B Print, Promotion & Marketing Business

$195,000 - Cook County, IL

$195,000

Cook County, IL

Minuteman Press International

Minuteman Press

Power Washing and Snow Removal Business

Chicago, IL

For over 45 years this Chicago area business has thrived by serving clients with year-round services that include power washing, gutter maintenance, snow removal, and more. This is an opportunity to...

$285,000

$285,000

Cash Flow: $97,177

Fishing Bait Route, Suburban Chicago, IL to Wisconsin

Chicago, IL

Fishing Live Bait Route For Sale in the Suburban Chicago, Illinois to Wisconsin areas for $255,000! Currently grossing $250,912 and nets $82,909 per year! This business provides wholesale bait...

$255,000

$255,000

Cash Flow: $82,909

Established Pest Control Franchise – High-Growth Territory for Sale

DuPage County, IL

Established Pest Control Franchise – High-Growth Territory for Sale This profitable pest control franchise in DuPage County, IL presents an exceptional opportunity for growth-minded entrepreneurs....

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$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Established Painting Business with Franchise Support

Rockford, IL

Step into a home-based painting franchise generating $220,347 annually, backed by a top-tier franchise system renowned for its industry-leading support. Steady demand for professional painting...

$39,000

$39,000

Profitable Dryer Vent Cleaning Business with Strong Customer Base

Chicago, IL

Take ownership of a highly profitable, home-based dryer vent cleaning business serving the North Side of Chicago and the North Shore suburbs. Backed by a well-established franchise with world-class...

$299,500

$299,500

Cash Flow: $123,802

Real Estate company and Building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Kane County, IL

Experienced Real Estate Company and Building for Sale. Over 15 Experienced realtors. This incredible franchise real estate company has been a vibrant pillar of the community for 40 years! four decades...

$625,000

$625,000

Cash Flow: $57,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

National Franchise Real Estate Company

Kane County, IL

Established Real Estate business for sale. 16 experienced realtors This incredible franchise real estate company has been a vibrant pillar of the community for an astounding 40 years! That’s...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $57,000

Personal & Business Tax Practice - Taxes/Consulting/Payroll/Financials

Sangamon County, IL

Central Illinois Tax practice This is a great opportunity to purchase a established tax practice with long standing clients. The practice has seen year over year growth. Owner is willing to support a...

$165,000

$165,000

Great Growth Opportunity Gaming/Restaurant/Bar and Laundry Mat

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Clinton County, IL

This is a company that offers: -Full-Service Restaurant -6 Gaming Machines with a Bar -Fully Functioning Laundromat -Large Garage Space -Full Living Quarters -Extra Acres of Land -Growth Opportunities...

$550,000

$550,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Back on the Market

$1,300,000 - Highland, IL

$1,300,000

Highland, IL

Lee Levinson

Peterson Acquisition

SBA approved - 14 FedEx P&D Routes, est 20 years ago

Grayslake, IL

- SBA eligible for qualified buyers, only need 10% down! - The seller is retiring from the business - Seller is willing to stay behind and help the new buyer. Seller has extensive FedEx experience...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $295,183

Mission's Tortilla Route, Waukegan, IL

Waukegan, IL

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Waukegan, Illinois region for $79,000! Currently generating an estimated $507,930 in yearly sales and nets $44,031. Distributorship and territory are purchased...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $44,031

Downsizing and Move Management Specialty Services

Peoria, IL

Help families navigate life’s toughest transitions with a business built around compassion, organization, and results. This unique opportunity offers relocation support, downsizing help, and estate...

$106,900

$106,900

Cash Flow: $201,332

Pool & Spa Construction, Renovation, Services, & Supplies

Rock Island County, IL

In business for over 30 years, this award-winning and profitable company provides everything for the pool and spa owner, from design to construction, from renovation to repair. Products and services...

$400,000

$400,000

Bon Appetit Pastry Route, Suburban Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

Bon Appetit Pastry Route for sale in the Suburban Chicago, Illinois area for $75,000! Currently grossing an estimated 134,201 units per year and nets $46,154! Well established route with 64 accounts...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $46,154

Asset SaleNew Listing! Rosie's Laundromat And Building, Riverdale

Riverdale, IL

NEW LISTING! ROSIE'S LAUNDROMAT AND BUILDING RIVERDALE, IL 60827 ASKING $895,000 INCLUDING BUILDING This is an all new laundromat with all new Speed Queen, state-of-the-art, washers and dryers,...

$895,000

Asset Sale

$895,000

Asset SaleDistressed Sale with Great Fast Growing Franchise System - Save Money!

Bolingbrook, IL

--> Good opportunity with a great franchisor. The existing franchisee had purchased three great territories in the Naperville and surrounding areas and now doesn't have the time with her current...

$145,000

Asset Sale

$145,000

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Real EstateLaundromat with Building for sale

Chicago, IL

Total 104 Machines. 42 Washers & 64 dryers....

$1,700,000

Real Estate

$1,700,000

Start-upD.O.L.L.S. Cleaning Franchise Opportunity – Trusted Brand in Cleaning

D.O.L.L.S. Cleaning is a recognized leader in the residential and commercial cleaning industry, offering a reliable, customer-centric approach that sets it apart. Founded on the principles of...

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$35,000

Start-up

$35,000

Established Restoration & Remodeling Company Positioned for Growth

$2,000,000 - Naperville, IL

$2,000,000

Naperville, IL

Gokul Padmanabhan

Restoration Brokers of America

Start-upAffordable Pre-packaged Pest Control Subscription Company

Established three years ago, Abode and Bugserv have been dedicated to providing efficient and effective home maintenance and pest control solutions to thousands of satisfied customers. Our commitment...

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$12,500

Start-up

$12,500

Start-upOwn a Premier Recruiting Franchise in Chicago

URGENT SALE: Top-Ranked Executive Recruiting Franchise | Prime Chicago Territory | Turnkey & Priced to Move Rare opportunity to acquire an exclusive franchise territory for Patrice & Associates,...

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$65,000

Start-up

$65,000

Start-upModern Dumpster Rental Franchise Offers a Turnkey Business Blueprint

Modern Dumpster Rental is the solution for new home construction, home remodels, commercial and industrial construction projects. Our junk/waste removal services are friendly, professional and...

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$40,000

Start-up

$40,000

Start-upDryer Vent Cleaning Pro - "A Great Home Based Business Opportunity"

"STOP PUTTING IT OFF - BE YOUR OWN BOSS!" You can be your own boss for an initial capital of only $249. We are way more reasonable than our competition! Their starting cost is from $5000 to $50,000!...

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$249

Start-up

$249

Start-upQuarterly Routine Home Maintenance Subscription Business

The Kura Home License is a unique opportunity to enter (or expand within) the home services industry using a fully built, battle-tested business model—without the restrictions of a traditional...

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$35,000

Start-up

$35,000

Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting

Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...

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$749

Start-up

$749

Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar

FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...

$395,000

Start-up

$395,000

Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model

In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...

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$89,000

Start-up

$89,000

Start-upLandscape Curbing Business with Custom Trailer

The Curbing Business can be a rewarding investment into your future, delivering the financial freedom and stability we all strive for. It’s a proven business on a trailer combined with the certified...

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$9,650

Start-up

$9,650

Start-upPremium Property Management Franchise Opportunity

Property Management Inc. (PMI) is a leading, technology forward Franchise Concept providing expert property management services and solutions across all areas of property management; including, but...

$40,000

Start-up

$40,000

Perfect Chicago ATM Route - 10 ATMs $120,000

Aurora, IL

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable portfolio of 10 ATMs located in the Chicago area. The portfolio generates an average gross profit of $45,438/year and offers strong regional presence...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $45,438

Buy or Sell a Service Business in Illinois

For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in Illinois, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of Illinois service businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

119

Median Asking Price  

$462,125

Median Reported Revenue  

$600,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$200,106

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


Illinois Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.46

1.99

Median

0.80

2.69

Upper Quartile

1.18

3.64

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a service business in Illinois?

Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in Illinois is approximately $462,125.

How much do service business owners earn?

These businesses vary in sales volume, but Illinois service business owners report median annual sales of $600,000 and annual owner earnings of $200,106. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.

How do I value a service business?

Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. 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 of service businesses in Illinois range from 0.46 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.99 to 3.64, with the median at 2.69. These values indicate that a typical service business in Illinois may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.69 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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