Independent Hardware Store – Closest Competition 30 Miles Away
Business Description
This independent hardware store has been a cornerstone in its rural San Diego County community since 1998. With the nearest competitor over 30 miles away, it enjoys a captive customer base of homeowners, seasonal residents, and over 45 commercial accounts including restaurants, schools, and golf courses. The 10,000 sq. ft. store plus yard carries a wide range of products—from electrical, plumbing, and gardening to RV and home supplies. Key services include UPS shipping, key cutting, and screen/glass repair.
Key Features:
• Minimal local competition – none for 30+ miles
• Strong SDE with part-time owner involvement (~20 hrs/week)
• High-value commercial account relationships
• Favorable lease at $8,000/month (NNN)
• Loyal residential and commercial customer base
• Fully staffed and operating 7 days/week
• Ideal for an owner-operator or investor
This is a confidential listing. Interested buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement and provide a buyer profile before further details will be disclosed.
Current inventory is approximately $750,000 which is not included in the Purchase Price and subject to change. Financial information listed (Sales Revenue and Seller Discretionary Earnings) is calculated based on the 2024 year-end P&L statement.
Listed by Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) and Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) with Ace Socal Real Estate and Commercial Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.
Key Features:
• Minimal local competition – none for 30+ miles
• Strong SDE with part-time owner involvement (~20 hrs/week)
• High-value commercial account relationships
• Favorable lease at $8,000/month (NNN)
• Loyal residential and commercial customer base
• Fully staffed and operating 7 days/week
• Ideal for an owner-operator or investor
This is a confidential listing. Interested buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement and provide a buyer profile before further details will be disclosed.
Current inventory is approximately $750,000 which is not included in the Purchase Price and subject to change. Financial information listed (Sales Revenue and Seller Discretionary Earnings) is calculated based on the 2024 year-end P&L statement.
Listed by Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) and Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) with Ace Socal Real Estate and Commercial Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.
About the Business
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner pursuing other business interests.
- Transition Support
- Owner will provide transition assistance and training to ensure a smooth handover.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2379033
- Listing Views
- 616
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