Established Profitable Grocery Store with strong customer base

Asking Price$130,000

Cash Flow

EBITDA$60,000

Gross Revenue$420,000

Inventory$80,000
Not included in asking price
FF&E$60,000
Included in asking price
Real EstateNot Disclosed

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Established Profitable Grocery Store with strong customer base


Asking Price$130,000

Cash Flow

EBITDA$60,000

Gross Revenue$420,000

Inventory$80,000
Not included in asking price
FF&E$60,000
Included in asking price
Real EstateNot Disclosed

Business Description
This is a rare opportunity to acquire Desi Tadka Groceries, a fully turnkey and highly profitable Indian grocery store in Southwest Michigan. Boasting a lucrative, localized monopoly, the store is the exclusive dedicated Indian grocer within a 50-minute radius, generating robust and consistent cash flow.
Operating successfully for over three years, this business has cultivated a deeply committed, daily customer base that relies exclusively on its specific product offerings. The surrounding region is currently experiencing steady population growth within the store's core target demographics. This continuous influx of new residents organically drives consistent foot traffic and recurring revenue, firmly solidifying the store's position as an indispensable community staple and shielding it from competitive pressures.
The business operates out of a well-optimized 2,800 sq. ft. retail unit (featuring one in-unit bathroom) and is offered in completely ready-to-operate condition. The sale includes a substantial FF&E package, highlighted by 20 display freezers (chest and vertical) and 3 display refrigerators, custom retail shelving, modern POS equipment, and digital displays. Furthermore, a business-owned cargo van is included in the sale.
With a captive market and a strong foundation, a new owner has a clear roadmap to potentially double the current revenue and profit margins.
1. Hot Food Expansion: The business holds an active food handling license, allowing for a seamless scale-up into full grab-and-go meals, a hot deli, or catering.
2. Delivery Services: The included cargo van allows a buyer to instantly launch a local delivery route to surrounding communities without real estate overhead.
3. Operational Scaling: Extending current operating hours and implementing a localized digital marketing strategy would easily capture even more of the growing demographic.
To ensure a seamless handover, the current ownership is deeply committed to the continued success of the store. The buyer and their staff will receive comprehensive, hands-on training covering all daily operations. The owners will smoothly transfer all established wholesale distributor accounts to guarantee zero disruption to the supply chain.
About the Business
Years in Operation
3
Employees
2 Contractors
Hourly employees are utilized on an as-needed basis
Facilities & Assets
The business operates out of a spacious, well-optimized 2,800 sq. ft. retail unit (featuring one in-unit bathroom) that comes fully equipped for immediate, seamless operation. The sale includes a substantial FF&E package, highlighted by 20 display freezers (chest and vertical) and 3 display refrigerators (produce and vertical), each carrying an estimated value of $2,500 to $3,000. The sales floor is professionally outfitted with thoughtfully arranged retail shelving designed to maximize traffic flow, alongside custom displays, TVs, and POS equipment. Additional racks and shelving are also included, giving a new owner immediate flexibility for layout customization or inventory expansion. Furthermore, a business-owned cargo van is included in the sale, providing essential logistical support.

Note: The grocery store anchors a larger 3-unit commercial building. The real estate—which features two units generating separate rental income—is also available
Website
https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=f9c273c5cb66282b&rlz=1C1ONGR_enUS1123US112
Market Outlook / Competition
This business operates as a highly lucrative, localized monopoly in Southwest Michigan, the only dedicated Indian grocery store within a 40-minute radius. Because of this unparalleled geographic advantage, the store has cultivated a deeply committed, daily customer base that relies exclusively on its specific product offerings. The surrounding region is currently experiencing steady population growth, specifically within the store's core target demographics. This continuous influx of new residents organically drives consistent foot traffic and recurring revenue, firmly solidifying the store's position as an indispensable staple within the local community and shielding it from competitive pressures.
Opportunities for Growth
With a captive market and a strong foundation already established, a new owner has a clear, actionable roadmap to potentially double the current revenue and profit margins. A major immediate growth avenue lies in expanding the hot food offerings; the business already holds an active food handling license, allowing for a seamless and highly profitable scale-up into full grab-and-go meals, a hot deli, or local catering. Additionally, simply extending the current operating hours and implementing a basic digital marketing strategy would capture even more of the growing local demographic.
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
The owners are preparing for a family relocation due to a new career opportunity
Transition Support
To ensure a seamless handover and the continued success of the store, the current ownership is deeply committed to providing comprehensive support throughout the transition. The buyer and their staff will receive hands-on training covering all daily operations, from inventory management to POS system usage. Crucially, the owners will facilitate personal introductions to all existing suppliers and smoothly transfer the established wholesale distributor accounts, guaranteeing zero disruption to the supply chain. Furthermore, to provide ultimate peace of mind, the sellers are offering on-call advisory support to answer any questions and guide the new owner long after the initial physical handover is complete.
Financing Options
Lease options are also available for prospective buyers
Listing Info
ID
2506364
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