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Retail Businesses For Sale in Iowa

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Turn key grocery store

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Bancroft, IA

Long running local grocery store with steady customer basis....

$325,000

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$325,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984.

Cedar Falls, IA

Established Cedar Falls liquor store operating since 1984. Fully absentee-run business with strong and consistent annual sales between $1.35M–$1.45M since 2021. Located at 2728 Center St, Cedar Falls,...

$299,999

Cash Flow: $299,999

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$299,999

Cash Flow: $299,999

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Liquor store for sale

Muscatine County, IA

Liquor store sales $90,000+ a month with high margins. Absentee ownership. New owner can add lotto and gaming. Rent $1600 a month. No direct competition. Call for more information....

$289,000

$289,000

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Gas station for lease

Black Hawk County, IA

Branded Gas station for lease doing 120000 inside per month . Great potential . High inside margins . Absentee owner . Call for more information....

$350,000

$350,000

Branded gas station for sale

Polk County, IA

Branded gas station doing 80,000 gallons and 95,000 inside sale Absentee owner . Great potential . No gas supply contract . Potential to add Lottery , Food . Call for more information....

$1,375,000

$1,375,000

Meal Prep Business – $550K Year-One Revenue

West Des Moines, IA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established and rapidly growing meal prep and nutrition business in a strong local market. The business is on pace to generate approximately $550,000 in first-year...

$240,000

$240,000

Successful Supermat Grocery Store Seeking New Owner

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Grundy County, IA

Established Supermarket in Grundy County, Iowa - Turnkey Opportunity This well-established grocery store has been serving the local community since 1995, generating consistent annual revenue of $1.7...

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$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $225,500

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Liquore store for sale

Ankeny, IA

Liquor store in good location.I have two other business and I am not able to give time to run this business so I am putting on sale .Good owner can make this business to grow quickly....

$200,000

$200,000

Convenience store for sale

Des Moines, IA

STORE FOR SALE – GREAT OPPORTUNITY! 📍 Great Location | Great Neighborhood | Great Potential Looking for a great business opportunity? This store is located in a prime location with a wonderful...

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$200,000

$200,000

Charming Specialty Retail Boutique

Marshall County, IA

Charming specialty retail boutique offering a unique selection of fresh baked goods, gifts, boutique clothing, flowers, home decor and more....

$55,000

$55,000

Techy
Franchise

Available in Iowa

Exciting Opportunity Alert! No experience needed! Join the TECHY electronics repair franchise and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey hassle-free. Techy, partnered with retail giant, Walmart, leads the electronic repairs and sales industry. Benefit from professional training and support to ensure your success. Plus, with our unique TECHY CAFE concept, combine the power of electronics and coffee in one dynamic location! Join our global family now located in 27 States and 11 Countries - inquire now!

$45,000

$45,000

Uptown Smoothie Shop

Marion, IA

Uptown Smoothie Shop - Established Planet Smoothie Franchise This thriving smoothie franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in Marion, Iowa's revitalized uptown district. Operating as one of...

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$50,000

$50,000

High-Volume Iowa Liquor Store with Gaming, Lotto, ATM & Bitcoin Income

Boone, IA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store located in the state of Iowa with strong sales and multiple income streams. The business generates approximately $100,000 in inside...

$800,000

$800,000

Hot Listing: Established Bar & Grill with Endless Potential

Grimes, IA

This vibrant restaurant, bar, and grill presents an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur or restaurateur looking to step into a well-established business with multiple revenue streams. Located in...

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$525,000

$525,000

Recognized Iowa Craft Brewery, Momentum Building

Iowa

This established, well-known craft beverage business has built strong brand recognition and a loyal customer following over its operating history. The company has developed a solid foundation across...

$918,000

$918,000

Liquor store for sale

Scott County, IA

Liquor store for sale doing 100000 sales per month . High margins . Call for information...

$849,000

$849,000

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Murphy Business Of Des Moines

Serving Polk County, IA

Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in North America. Whether you desire to buy or sell a business, our conveniently located offices throughout the United States and Canada provide business broker expertise that accommodates the diverse needs of clientele in many business sectors. How we partner with Sellers At Murphy Business, we take the guesswork out of selling your business. Working closely with you at every stage of the sales process, we promise to help you attain the maximum sale price at an optimal profit. We start by gaining a complete understanding of your needs and desires. Then we come up with a strategic plan that includes a clear outline of our recommendations and associated costs to you. From devising a strategic marketing approach to researching qualified prospective buyers to valuing your business, to negotiating terms that make sense for you, we’re here every step of the way. Murphy Business will help you complete your sale quickly and efficiently, so you are completely happy with us, the process, and the results. How we partner with Buyers Accessing our expansive business network across North America, we can assist you in making productive connections with companies and organizations that meet your interests. You will appreciate our methodical, proven approach that starts by listening to you and your plans for business ownership. We promise to get your deal done swiftly and efficiently. We guide you through the purchasing process, all the while keeping you up to date on procedural and financial issues, and putting you in touch with the appropriate accounting, banking, legal, real estate and other business partners who can help you close the deal with the greatest ease. Murphy Track Record Since 1994, Murphy Business has established a steady track record of successful business transactions with high closing ratios. Over the years, we have earned the respect of thousands of buyers and sellers across North America. When you need sound advice, a strategic plan, and tactical implementation to buy or sell a business, call on Murphy Business. Contact us today to find out why we are the trusted business brokers of entrepreneurs across North America.

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Branded gas station

Cerro Gordo County, IA

Branded gas station doing 120,000 inside sales and 10,000 gallons per month . Other income 3000 per month . Absentee owner . High Margins . Call for more information....

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Branded gas station

Fayette County, IA

Branded gas station doing 110000 inside sales and 10000 gallons per month . Other income 2000 per month . Full liquor . 6 gaming machines. Rent 6000 per month . Call for more information....

$250,000

$250,000

Liquor store for lease

Muscatine County, IA

Liquor store doing 90,000 sales per month .Very profitable store. High margins . Absentee owner . High Margins . New owner can add lotto and gaming . Rent 1600 per month . 2500 sq.ft. store size....

$399,000

$399,000

Vending Locations NE IOWA (Dubuque) & NW IOWA (Spencer area)
Start Up

NE IOWA--4 hotel locations with equipment on site. Earning 20k Gross Sales, Selling 20k NW IOWA--3 x Nursing Home (machine not on site but can be immediately) + 1 other location Looking at 3-6 machine...

$25,000

$25,000

Women’s Fashion Retail Business

Iowa

This women's fashion retail business for sale in Iowa works with high-end customers who are purchasing merchandise for special occasions. The business draws customers both locally and from far away...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $304,788

Once Upon A Child
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used and new children's clothing, toys, equipment and more! With over 415 stores open in North America we are the nations largest chain of children's resale stores.

$90,000

$90,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,268,984

Well established gas station and convenience store.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

West Burlington, IA

Store signs at both exits. Residential area with a Race Track and Trailer Park nearby as well as an Ethanol Manufacturing Plant....

$699,000

$699,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SG 11810 Iowa Cedar Falls Independence Gas Stations C Stores Package

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Buchanan County, IA

$3,500,000 Plus Inventory for Iowa Cedar Falls Independence Gas Stations, C Stores, Package Businesses, and Properties. $225,000 average merchandise sales per month, combined with 33% profit margins....

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $660,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SG 11763 Iowa Plymouth County Unbranded Gas Station C Store Fast Food

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Plymouth County, IA

$1,300,000 Plus Inventory for Iowa Plymouth County Unbranded Gas Station C Store Fast Food Business and Property for sale. $80,000 to $85,000 in average monthly merchandise sales, with higher margins,...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SG 11759 Iowa Grimes Liquor and Smoke Shop

Polk County, IA

$275,000 plus inventory for the Iowa Grimes Liquor and Smoke Shop Business Only. $75,000-$80,000 in average monthly merchandise sales, with significantly higher margins. 2000 SF Store. Liquor and...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Income-Producing 36-Acre Redevelopment Site | 400,000 SF | $3.5M

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Prairie Grove, IA

Rare opportunity to acquire an approximately 400,000-square-foot income-producing mall on 36 acres in Westland for $3.5 million—less than $9 per existing square foot. The property offers current...

$3,499,000

$3,499,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Vending Route for Sale

Atlantic, IA

Small vending route for sale in Atlantic, IA - Owners acquired business through purchase of an amusement route. 2 part time employees, could be ran by 1 dedicated owner. Potential to grow with 7...

$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Turnkey Fashion Boutique & Consignment Store ,Systems & Staff in place

Indianola, IA

Still Waters Boutique and Consignment Store represents an exceptional, turnkey retail acquisition opportunity strategically positioned in the heart of Indianola, Iowa, a rapidly expanding and highly...

$41,310

$41,310

Established UPS Store, Inc Franchise for Sale

Dubuque, IA

The UPS Store, Inc has an excellent franchise opportunity in Dubuque, IA. The UPS Store franchise has been ranked #1 in the Postal and Business Category for over 30 years. The UPS Store, Inc provides...

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Modern mixed-use investment with long/short term rentals + real estate

Knoxville, IA

Acquisition opportunity for a fully renovated, premium mixed-use commercial and residential property located at 101-105 S. 3rd St, Knoxville, Iowa.1 Positioned in the heart of downtown Knoxville, the...

$3,750,000

$3,750,000

Neighborhood Convenience Store (no gas) with Wholesale Liquor sales

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Ottumwa, IA

Neighborhood LOCAL Convenience/Liquor store that has been here for almost 60 years. We are the 3rd owners. We also sell Wholesale Liquor, Wine and Beer to LOCAL Bars, Clubs and Restaurants. We are one...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Closets By Design
Franchise

Available in Iowa

Looking for a franchise opportunity that allows you to be your own boss and build on your business experience? Look no further than Closets By Design! Our franchise model provides extensive training, support and the resources you need to succeed. Find out why we’re the number 1 franchise in our industry!

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $10,175,625

Value Add Mall 400,000 SF, 36 acres, $3.5M

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Des Moines County, IA

400,000 SF Income-Producing Mall | 36 Acres | $3.5 Million An exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately 400,000 square feet of existing improvements situated on 36 acres for just $3.5 million....

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Branded gas station for lease

Lyon County, IA

High volume Branded Gas station doing 30,000 gallons per month and 135,000 inside sale per month . Other income 3000 per month . Great potential . High inside gas and gas margins . Monthly Rent 9500 ....

$190,000

$190,000

Branded Gas station for lease

Cerro Gordo County, IA

Branded Gas station doing 30,000 gallons per month and 75,000 inside sale per month . Other income 3000 per month . Great potential . High inside and gas margins . Monthly Rent $7800 . Call for more...

$150,000

$150,000

Established and Profitable Landscape/Garden Center

Polk County, IA

Established and Profitable Landscape/Garden Center...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $418,777

Great Gas Station - Owner Financing

Lee County, IA

Outstanding 2800 sq. ft. gas station near Illinois/Iowa border. Inside sales are around $85,000 a month. Gas gallons are about 25,000 per month. This store does have beer, wine, & liquor. The seller...

$995,000

$995,000

Expedia Cruises
Franchise

Available in Iowa

For over 35 years, Expedia Cruises has been one of North America's largest retail travel agency franchises and a leading seller of cruise travel. Build equity and enjoy a great lifestyle with our proven franchise model by starting your franchise journey today!

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $514,404

Central Iowa Garden Center/Flower Shop + Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Iowa

This established floral and garden center including real estate represents a rare opportunity to own a storied pillar of the community that has flourished for decades. Far more than a traditional...

$395,090

$395,090

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Gas station

Linn County, IA

Eastern iowa Gas station great location doing 100k inside sales , 28k gas gallons per month for sale with property or lease options ,owner financing available for qualified buyers, Contact no. 319 526...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Respected Retail Gun Shop

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Iowa

This respected retail gun shop for sale in Central Iowa offers a large and diverse inventory of new and used firearms, guns on consignment, ammunition and accessories to serve hunters, sport shooters,...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $31,137

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Well Known Window Treatment Business

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Iowa

This well known window treatment business for sale in Central Iowa has been selling and installing high quality drapery, blinds, and other window treatment solutions for over two decades. The business...

$1,525,000

$1,525,000

Cash Flow: $479,117

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Branded gas station for sale

Cerro Gordo County, IA

Branded gas station doing inside $150,000 and gallons 20,000. Other income $4000. Absentee owner. Call for more information....

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Lauren Zenk

Cornerstone Business Partners

Serving Scott County, IA

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Branded gas station for sale

Cerro Gordo County, IA

Branded gas station doing Inside sales $120,000 and gallons 20,000. Other income $4000. Absentee owner. Call for more information...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Gas station & liquor store package deal

Polk County, IA

Branded Gas station doing 15,000 gallons per month and 140,000 inside sale per month . Other income 10000 per month . Liquor store doing 100,000 per month . Great potential . High inside gas and gas...

$600,000

$600,000

Two gas package deal

Poweshiek County, IA

In total both sites total inside sales $200,000 and gallons 75,000...

$2,900,000

$2,900,000

Power Equipment Sales and Service

Iowa

This well-established outdoor equipment retailer and service provider, the only business of its type in the county, has built a trusted reputation across Northern Iowa and the surrounding Upper...

$879,250

$879,250

Cash Flow: $121,212

Small Town Boutique

Iowa

Small Town Boutique...

$120,000

$120,000

Clothes Mentor®
Franchise

Available in Iowa

If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Clothes Mentor franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $819,550

Chocolaterie Stam

Iowa

From Vision to Sweet Success: A Chocolate Legacy Awaits Its Next Chapter What began as a passionate vision to bring exceptional fine chocolates to discerning customers has blossomed into a thriving...

$215,000

$215,000

Cash Flow: $165,000

Branded Gas Station For Sale

Linn County, IA

Branded gas station doing 90,000 gallons and 75,000 inside sale Absentee owner . Potential to add Lottery , Food . Call for more information....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Gas station for sale

Palo Alto County, IA

Branded gas station doing 60,000 gallons and 150,000 inside sale Absentee owner . Great potential . Call for more information...

$2,350,000

$2,350,000

Liquor store for sale

Woodbury County, IA

Liquor store doing 250,000 sales per month .Very profitable store. High margins . Absentee owner . High Margins . Store sells full liquor, beer, wine . No direct competition. Call for more information...

$1,995,000

$1,995,000

Dubuque Discount Gas Station - Business Only

Dubuque, IA

We are pleased to exclusively offer for sale the Dubuque Discount Gas Station - Business Only. This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-visibility gas station business that is...

$75,000

$75,000

NerdsToGo
Franchise

Available in Iowa

NerdsToGo is a leading technology services franchise dedicated to delivering expert IT support for homes and small businesses. With a nationwide network of certified “Nerds,” we specialize in providing fast, friendly, and reliable on-site, in-store, and remote tech solutions.

$80,000

$80,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $356,574

Buy or Sell a Retail Business in Iowa
Retail businesses listed on BizBuySell include a broad selection of consumer facing retail operations, including specialty boutiques, apparel and gift shops, convenience stores, liquor and smoke shops, hardware and outdoor retailers, florists, sign and graphics shops, and hybrid brick and mortar businesses that also sell online through e commerce channels. The primary business models are location based retail, driven by in store product sales and local foot traffic, often complemented by repeat customers, niche positioning, and curated assortments, with some listings incorporating online direct to consumer sales, wholesale accounts, or multiple locations to expand reach.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed17
Asking Price$700,000
Reported Revenue$1,523,623
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$200,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$299,999$700,000$1,300,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Retail Businesses for sale in Iowa.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$931,250$140,081
Median$1,523,623$200,000
Upper Quartile$1,690,000$304,788

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Retail Businesses listed for sale in Iowa.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.352.60
Median0.703.28
Upper Quartile0.864.52

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Retail Business in Iowa?

The median asking price for an established Retail Business in Iowa is $700,000, though prices range from under $299,999 to well over $1,300,000.

How much do Retail Businesses owners in Iowa earn?

The median reported revenue of Retail Businesses in Iowa is $1,523,623 and owners earn a median of $200,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Retail Business?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Retail Businesses in Iowa, revenue multiples range from 0.35 to 0.86, with a median of 0.70. Earning multiples range from 2.60 to 4.52, with the median at 3.28. This means the typical Retail Business in Iowa may ask for around 0.70 times its annual revenue, and 3.28 times its annual owner earnings.

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