Businesses for Sale in New Jersey

Browse 1,127 businesses currently for sale in New Jersey with an average asking price of $1.9M. Find acquisition opportunities across industries.

Active Listings
1,127
Median Asking Price
$723K
Median SDE
$223K
Median Multiple
3.2x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$1.9M
Average SDE
$388K
Listed in Last 30 Days
617
Added This Week
177

Median figures are computed over the 486 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 1,127 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Businesses for Sale in New Jersey

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May 16

Pizzeria Restaurant for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$549KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$220K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This established pizzeria in northern New Jersey generates healthy seller's discretionary earnings from a proven pizza concept with a loyal customer base. The New York metro market provides strong demand and population density to support consistent foot traffic and delivery volume. Limited additional details are available prior to NDA execution.

May 9

Auto Body Repair Shop for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$825KAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This auto body and mechanical repair shop operates in New Jersey within the greater New York metro area, serving a loyal customer base with collision repair, refinishing, and general mechanical services. The business has built a strong community reputation over more than a decade, earning consistent five-star reviews. A three-bay facility with a paint booth and limited local competition provides a stable, defensible market position with $250,000 in annual seller discretionary earnings.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Civil Engineering & Surveying for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$1.1MProfessional Services
Cash Flow:$315K
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This Northern New Jersey civil engineering, planning, and land surveying firm has built a strong multi-decade reputation serving residential, commercial, and industrial clients with a comprehensive service portfolio including site engineering, commercial development, and land surveying. Deep-rooted client relationships and technical expertise across multiple disciplines create consistent demand and natural cross-sell opportunities. The business generates over $315,000 in SDE on an established revenue base, with transferable client relationships and a seasoned professional team.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Furniture & Interior Design for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$669KRetail & E-commerce
Cash Flow:$236K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This Northern New Jersey furniture, flooring, lighting, and custom woodwork retailer has built a loyal residential and commercial customer base over 30 years, generating an average of $250K in annual cash flow with an established online presence and experienced staff. The business offers a broad product range spanning home and office furniture, floor coverings, décor, and interior design services, driving consistent repeat traffic across the tri-state area. Owner financing is available at 20% of the sale price, reducing acquisition barriers for qualified buyers.

Retirement SaleRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Mechanical Construction Engineering Firm for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$3.0MConstruction & Trades
Cash Flow:$894K
Multiple:3.4x
Why Buy

This full-service HVAC and mechanical construction engineering firm in the New York metro area specializes in commercial piping, equipment installation, and preventive maintenance with a concentration in municipal and government contracts including airports and public buildings. The business generates nearly $900,000 in seller's discretionary earnings and is pre-approved for SBA financing, reflecting strong lender confidence in its financial profile. All work is driven by referrals and repeat government relationships, providing exceptional revenue predictability for a buyer in the trades sector.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Fedex Linehaul Routes for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$789KTransportation & Logistics
Cash Flow:$256K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This FedEx linehaul operation in the New Jersey market has been established for a decade, featuring three unassigned team runs with six drivers and three trucks operating under Ryder full-service leases. The business generates consistent gross revenue with a net income that supports the asking price at roughly 3x earnings. Bank and SBA financing are available for qualified buyers, providing accessible entry into the long-haul freight transportation sector.

Manager in PlaceRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Express Car Wash Business for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$4.8MAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$750K
Multiple:6.5x
Why Buy

An express exterior car wash in central New Jersey on a large property generating $750K in cash flow on a $4.85M asking price, with the facility designed to accommodate additional service expansion including lube services and vacuum stations. The express format benefits from high throughput, lower labor costs, and growing consumer preference for fast exterior-only washes. The large property footprint provides a physical platform for service additions that could meaningfully increase revenue and cash flow for a growth-oriented buyer.

Recurring RevenueGrowth TrajectoryHigh CapEx
Jun 10

Car Wash Business for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$4.7MAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$700K
Multiple:6.7x
Why Buy

A deluxe full-service car wash and lube center in northern New Jersey with real property included in the sale, generating $700,000 in annual net income. The ultra-busy location benefits from high vehicular traffic and an integrated lube service that creates multiple revenue streams within a single customer visit. Real estate ownership provides a long-term hedge against rent escalation and adds significant asset value to the acquisition.

High CapExLow Margins
Jun 10

Laundromat Business for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$1.4MPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$130K
Multiple:10.4x
Why Buy

A large-format laundromat in the New Jersey portion of the New York metro area with 4,200 square feet of operating space, 70 combined machines, and 16 years of continuous operation. The business generates $130K in cash flow on a $1.35M asking price, representing a stable recurring-revenue service business with a strong equipment base. Long operating tenure and an established neighborhood customer base provide a predictable foundation for continued operation.

Recurring Revenue
Jun 10

Child Care Center for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$1.1MEducation & Training
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:8.8x
Why Buy

A childcare center in Union County, New Jersey offered with the real property included, operating at near-maximum enrollment with a 25-year track record in the community. The seller requires a buyer interested in both the business and the building, making this a combined operating and real estate acquisition at $1.05M. Consistent near-full enrollment reflects strong local demand and deep community trust, providing a stable and predictable revenue base.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryRegulatory Risk
Jun 10

Pizzeria for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$2.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:8.4x
Why Buy

This New Jersey pizzeria has operated for over seven decades and has deep roots in the local community, with longstanding relationships with nearby schools and families driving consistent repeat business. The current owner has invested in new equipment and upgrades, delivering a well-maintained operation with strong neighborhood loyalty and approximately $1 million in annual revenue. Seller financing availability and an owner willing to remain operational post-sale reduce transition complexity for an incoming buyer.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Auto Body Paint for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$2.8MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$663K
Multiple:4.1x
Why Buy

This New Jersey auto paint and refinishing materials wholesaler — operating as an exclusive regional dealer for a major PPG paint line — has served the local automotive trade for generations, supplying abrasives, solvents, sprayers, and paint systems to collision shops and detailing businesses. Long-standing customer relationships built over decades create strong repeat-purchase revenue with minimal marketing spend. Walk-in traffic, six-day operating hours, and a well-stocked inventory position the business for immediate revenue continuity under new ownership.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Quick Service Franchise Restaurant for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$2.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$383K
Multiple:5.6x
Why Buy

This Central New Jersey unit of a nationally dominant coffee-and-baked-goods franchise operates 24 hours a day and benefits from a central manufacturing kitchen arrangement that eliminates on-site baking complexity. With a franchise term and lease both running through 2037, a buyer acquires a long-duration income stream in a brand-saturated market where new licenses are no longer available. The simplified operations model and strong brand recognition make it an attractive entry point for a first-time franchise operator or portfolio acquirer.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersManager in Place
Jun 10

Dry Cleaning Business for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$950KPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$331K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This New Jersey dry cleaning operation runs a high-volume plant and a neighborhood drop store, both using an organic hydrocarbon solvent system that appeals to environmentally conscious consumers. The plant is equipped with industrial-grade machines across washing, pressing, and dry cleaning functions, with both locations offering on-site alterations services that increase per-customer revenue. A dedicated dry-cleaning manager is in place, enabling a buyer to step into a fully operational, staffed business immediately.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Residential & Commercial Painting for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$950KManufacturing & Production
Cash Flow:$374K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

A New Jersey painting contractor operates on a home-based model with minimal fixed overhead and generates strong discretionary cash flow from a mix of residential and commercial projects across its service territory. SBA financing has been pre-approved with only 10% down required, substantially lowering the capital needed to close and accelerating return on initial equity. A reliable crew and operational systems in place allow a new owner to focus on customer relationships and growth rather than day-to-day job management.

High CapEx
Jun 10

Retail Florist Shop for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$795KRetail & E-commerce
Cash Flow:$372K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

Operating in the affluent Bergen County, New Jersey market adjacent to the New York City metro, this retail florist generates over $1.1 million in annual sales from a loyal customer base of event, holiday, and occasion buyers. Established supplier relationships, repeat commercial clients, and a team capable of running operations independently during owner absence support a smooth acquisition transition. The business earns discretionary earnings exceeding 25% of revenue, a strong margin for retail floristry, with meaningful upside available through expanded event and trade show marketing.

Sticky CustomersManager in Place
Jun 10

Seafood Restaurant & Fish for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$1.7MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$675K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This New Jersey seafood restaurant and retail fish market combination sources fresh product daily from a major wholesale fish market, offering an authentic freshness story that resonates with discerning local diners. The dual-format operation generates strong margins by capturing both retail and full-service restaurant revenue from the same customer base. High discretionary earnings and a deeply loyal community following built over decades provide a buyer with immediate, defensible cash flow in a difficult-to-replicate concept.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Retail Butcher Shop for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$799KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$348K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This New Jersey retail butcher shop and take-out restaurant combination offers premium meats, freshly made sandwiches, and gourmet burgers from a well-trafficked shopping center location, generating strong discretionary earnings from a loyal repeat customer base. The dual-format operation captures both retail grocery and prepared food revenue from the same customer visit, supporting higher average transaction values. A new owner acquires a proven concept with premium brand positioning and a defensible product offering in a market increasingly receptive to artisanal food retail.

Manager in PlaceSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Specialty Coffee Shop Bakery for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$1.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$500K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This specialty coffee roaster and bakery café in the New York metro area generates strong cash flow on approximately $1.57 million in annual revenue, with a predominantly cash sales mix and a scratch-made food program. A spouse currently active in management is open to remaining post-sale, providing a built-in semi-absentee ownership path for an incoming buyer. Bank financing has been indicated as available, and the favorable month-to-month lease structure provides flexibility for lease renegotiation.

Manager in PlaceRetirement SaleSticky Customers
May 17

High-grossing Turnkey Bagel Shop for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$1.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$160K
Multiple:6.6x
Why Buy

A high-volume bagel operation in central New Jersey generating over $1.6 million in annual revenue from a strip mall location with strong foot traffic and a long-term lease in place. The business maintains award-level customer reviews across major platforms and a dependable staff, enabling a smooth ownership transition. A lengthy remaining lease term with renewal options provides operational stability that is difficult to replicate with a new concept.

Low Margins
Jun 10

Bagel Shop for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$900KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This established bagel shop operates on a high-traffic commercial corridor in the New York metro area, generating over $700K in annual revenue with $300K in net profit. The business benefits from a below-market lease, strong customer ratings, and extended seven-day operating hours that capture both breakfast and lunch demand. A recently renovated interior and loyal local following make this a turnkey acquisition for an owner-operator seeking a cash-flowing food service business.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Pain Management Medical Practice for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$625KHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$132K
Multiple:4.7x
Why Buy

This board-certified pain management and regenerative medicine practice in Central New Jersey provides a comprehensive range of non-surgical services including orthopedics, neurology, bariatrics, and aesthetics, supported by a loyal patient base and strong community referral network. The clinic has built a respected reputation for patient-centered care and consistent clinical outcomes over many years of operation. The diversified service mix and established referral infrastructure make this an attractive acquisition for a licensed practitioner or physician group looking to expand in a high-demand specialty.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersKey Person RiskRegulatory Risk
Jun 10

It Staffing Company for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$500KProfessional Services
Cash Flow:$280K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

An IT-focused staffing and recruitment firm in the New York metro area serving approximately 20 corporate clients through contract-based placement, temporary staffing, and permanent hiring services. The contract staffing model generates strong EBITDA margins by minimizing fixed cost exposure and bench liability relative to traditional staffing models. Repeat business from established client relationships and experienced management with deep industry tenure provide a stable foundation for a new owner.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
May 1

Special Needs Student Transportation for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$700KTransportation & Logistics
Cash Flow:$270K
Multiple:2.6x
Why Buy

This New Jersey school transportation company holds seven permanent government contracts to transport special-needs students across multiple counties, generating approximately $300K in net profit on $650K in annual revenue. The high-margin, contract-secured model provides predictable, recurring income with minimal marketing overhead and strong defensibility. The business is an ideal acquisition for an owner-operator or as a platform for a transportation roll-up strategy.

Customer ConcentrationHigh SeasonalityRegulatory Risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many businesses are for sale in New Jersey?
There are currently 1,127 businesses listed for sale in New Jersey, with 177 new listings added in the past week.
What is the average asking price for a business in New Jersey?
The median asking price for businesses in New Jersey is $723K, with prices ranging from $9K to $440.0M.
What multiple of earnings do businesses in New Jersey list for?
Across the 486 businesses currently browsable in New Jersey, the median asking price is $723K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $223K. The median asking price works out to 3.2x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
What industries are most common in New Jersey?
The most common industries for businesses for sale in New Jersey are Food & Beverage, Retail & E-commerce, Healthcare & Wellness, Personal Services, Home Services.
Can I buy a business in New Jersey with an SBA loan?
Yes, many businesses for sale in New Jersey qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. SBA loans typically cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms, making acquisitions accessible for self-funded searchers.
How do I find the right business to buy in New Jersey?
Start by defining your acquisition criteria (industry, price range, location, and minimum cash flow). Searcher OS helps you filter through thousands of listings, analyze CIMs, and manage your deal pipeline from initial interest through closing.

Buying a Business in New Jersey

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