Businesses for Sale in New York

Browse 1,681 businesses currently for sale in New York with an average asking price of $1.3M. Find acquisition opportunities across industries.

Active Listings
1,681
Median Asking Price
$747K
Median SDE
$235K
Median Multiple
3.2x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$1.3M
Average SDE
$320K
Listed in Last 30 Days
365
Added This Week
88

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Businesses for Sale in New York

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Jun 10

Snack Food Distributor for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$860KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

This name-brand snack food distribution business operates in the Northeast, offering an established master distributor opportunity across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut for buyers with existing food distribution infrastructure. The business carries a recognized product line including cakes, cookies, and snack items, with financing in place to support acquisition. Significant growth potential exists for a strategic buyer already operating in adjacent food distribution categories.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 10

Laundromat Business for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$2.5MPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$465K
Multiple:5.4x
Why Buy

A large-format, 100% absentee-operated laundromat in the New York City metro area with 5,500 square feet of operating space, a full fleet of brand-new washers and dryers, a long-term 15-year lease, and a card-system payment infrastructure. The business generates $465K in cash flow on a $2.5M asking price and runs with minimal owner involvement. Industry commentary suggests a working-owner model could meaningfully increase earnings, representing built-in upside for an active operator.

Absentee OwnerRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Diner Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$1.1MFood & Beverage
Why Buy

A 200-seat diner in Manhattan's Upper East Side neighborhood serving a broad all-day menu from breakfast through late-night with a highly rated reputation and a consistent local customer base. The large seating capacity and diverse menu provide revenue stability across multiple dayparts. The Upper East Side location benefits from dense residential population and significant tourist foot traffic year-round.

Sticky CustomersRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Dry Cleaning And Laundromat for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$620KPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$222K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This combined dry cleaning plant and laundromat in the New York metro area operates six days a week with a long-term lease in place and a trained staff team, providing a stable, recurring revenue operation. The dual-service model captures both drop-off cleaning and self-service laundry customers, broadening the income base. The business's established foothold in a dense urban market supports resilient demand year-round.

Recurring Revenue
Jun 10

Metal Plating Shop for Sale in Rochester, NY

Rochester, NY
$1.2MManufacturing & Production
Cash Flow:$400K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This ISO 9000 certified metal finishing and plating business in the Rochester, New York area holds federal prime contractor status, providing a valuable and defensible customer relationship with government buyers. The operation offers masking, finishing, repair, and refurbishment services with a lean workforce. Federal contractor status and repeat government business create predictable revenue and meaningful barriers to competitive displacement.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Dollar Store for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$700KRetail & E-commerce
Cash Flow:$240K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

A portfolio of value-retail dollar store locations across multiple New York City boroughs generating meaningful combined profitability. Dollar store concepts benefit from non-discretionary consumer spending patterns that hold up across economic cycles. The multi-location structure allows a buyer to acquire one or all sites, offering flexibility in deal sizing and operational commitment.

Jun 10

Auto Salvage Yard for Sale in Rochester, NY

Rochester, NY
$550KAutomotive Services
Why Buy

A licensed auto recycling and pick-and-pull salvage operation in the Rochester, New York area with 20 acres of land and multiple hard-to-obtain operating licenses included in the sale. The high-zoned acreage and licensed status represent a significant barrier to entry that new entrants would face difficulty replicating. This is an asset-rich acquisition combining an income-generating business with a substantial real estate and regulatory position.

Regulatory RiskHigh CapEx
Jun 10

Auto Repair Collision Shop for Sale in Buffalo, NY

Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY
$4.0MAutomotive Services
Why Buy

This Western New York auto repair and collision business operates with fleet service capabilities alongside standard repair and body work, supporting a diversified customer base. The business is positioned in the Buffalo metro area, a stable regional market with consistent auto service demand. Strong profit margins relative to the scale of operations present an opportunity for a buyer to build on an established foundation.

Low Margins
Jun 10

Auto Transmission Repair Shop for Sale in New York

NY
$1.3MAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:4.3x
Why Buy

A transmission specialty auto repair shop in New York generating over $400,000 in annual profit with minimal owner involvement, offered at a reduced price for a timely sale. Transmission work is a high-skill, high-margin category with limited competition from general repair shops, creating a defensible niche position. The low owner engagement model provides flexibility for a semi-absentee buyer or an operator looking to bolt on to an existing automotive services platform.

Absentee Owner
Jun 10

Car Wash And Lube for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$2.9MAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$500K
Multiple:5.8x
Why Buy

A combined car wash and quick-lube operation in the New York metro area positioned on a high-traffic corridor with strong underlying cash flow. The dual-service model captures revenue from both recurring wash customers and maintenance-interval lube visits, improving throughput and average ticket. Value-add upside exists through cosmetic upgrades and operational refinements that a hands-on owner could execute.

High CapEx
Jun 10

Profitable High-traffic Cocktail Bar for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$900KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$175K
Multiple:5.1x
Why Buy

This stylish cocktail bar in the New York metro area has developed strong brand recognition and a loyal repeat customer base, supported by excellent online reviews and a curated beverage and small plates menu. High foot traffic in its urban location drives consistent revenue, and the business's reputation reduces customer acquisition costs for new ownership. The premium positioning creates favorable margin dynamics relative to standard bar concepts.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersHigh Seasonality
Aug 16

Pub Fast Casual Restaurant for Sale in Rochester, NY

Rochester, NY
$685KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$135K
Multiple:5.1x
Why Buy

This Rochester metro restaurant combines a fast-casual dining concept with an adjoining pub under one roof, creating a diversified revenue model that captures both food and beverage spending across different dayparts. The property features a large outdoor patio and a take-out window with ice cream service, extending revenue opportunities year-round. Two decades of operation have established a loyal customer base and a recognizable presence in the local dining market.

Low Margins
Jun 10

Car Wash And Lube for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$3.5MAutomotive Services
Cash Flow:$500K
Multiple:7.0x
Why Buy

This car wash and lube center in the New York metro area generates $1.5 million in annual gross revenue and adds over 100 new monthly membership subscribers, creating a growing recurring revenue base. A 30-year lease provides long-term site security, and the efficient operational model supports strong net margins. The membership program's growth trajectory indicates strong customer retention and predictable future cash flow.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Profitable Well-managed Laundromat for Sale in New York

NY
$1.3MPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$280K
Multiple:4.6x
Why Buy

This New York-based laundromat operates a large-format facility with a substantial number of washers and dryers, positioned to serve a dense residential customer base. The business generates solid cash flow from a straightforward, asset-based model with predictable recurring demand. Large-footprint coin laundry operations with consistent earnings are attractive to both first-time business owners and experienced investors seeking stable cash flow.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Absentee-run Profitable Laundromat for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$975KPersonal Services
Why Buy

A fully absentee-operated laundromat in upper Manhattan generates over $200K in annual net cash flow from self-service, wash-and-fold, delivery, and ancillary revenue streams, with the owner visiting only occasionally for oversight. The 11-year remaining lease at a fixed monthly rate provides long-term operational stability, and the staffed wash-and-fold and delivery teams handle all customer-facing activity. An established membership base and diversified revenue mix — including Amazon delivery commissions — reduce dependence on any single income line.

Absentee OwnerRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Pizzeria And Event Venue for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$1.4MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$431K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

A fully built-out restaurant, pizzeria, and private event venue in a high-density New York metro neighborhood generates significant weekly gross sales and net income from multiple revenue streams across casual dining and event hosting. With a substantial prior owner investment in the physical build-out, the buyer acquires substantial fixed assets at a meaningful discount to replacement cost. Proximity to a large incoming residential development positions the business for organic revenue growth without additional marketing spend.

Growth TrajectoryHigh Seasonality
Jun 10

Butcher Shop & Prepared for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$1.6MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$510K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

Deeply embedded in its Long Island, New York community for over six decades, this butcher shop and prepared food market operates only five days a week yet generates $1.65 million in annual sales with strong margins and year-over-year revenue growth. A fully staffed, turnkey operation means the transition to new ownership does not depend on the seller's day-to-day involvement. The combination of heritage brand equity, loyal repeat clientele, and a growing prepared-foods category creates significant upside for an active owner-operator.

Manager in PlaceSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Print & Marketing Services for Sale in Albany, NY

Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
$600KProfessional Services
Cash Flow:$248K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

A B2B print, marketing, and design services provider in the Albany metro area has operated for over three decades, building a loyal base of repeat commercial clients across multiple revenue streams including print, marketing collateral, and design. No industry experience is required, as full training and local franchise support are provided, lowering barriers for buyers from a general management background. The owner's planned retirement creates a clear succession opportunity with potential for real estate acquisition as an additional asset.

Retirement SaleSticky CustomersRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

General Dentistry Practice for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$900KHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$1.0M
Multiple:0.9x
Why Buy

This Manhattan, New York general dentistry practice is offered with its real estate, providing a buyer both the operating business and a long-term property asset in one of the most sought-after commercial corridors in the city. The practice generates over $1 million in annual collections and produces cash flow that exceeds the asking price, representing an unusually attractive entry multiple for a dentist seeking a premier urban location. Ground-floor access, proximity to transit, and modern buildout support patient volume retention through an ownership transition.

Jun 10

General Dentistry Practice for Sale in Albany, NY

Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
$695KHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$1.1M
Multiple:0.6x
Why Buy

This Albany, New York general dentistry practice has operated for 30 years with approximately 10,000 active patients and a consistent flow of new patient arrivals each month, generating over $500,000 in annual net profit. The practice is housed in a freestanding commercial building on a double lot, offering meaningful real estate optionality including space for physical expansion. Mixed fee-for-service and PPO revenue streams, combined with strong collections trends, make this one of the more financially compelling dental acquisition opportunities in upstate New York.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Painting Contractor for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$750KConstruction & Trades
Cash Flow:$240K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This Nassau County painting contractor derives over 90% of revenue from repeat customers and referrals, creating an exceptionally stable revenue base with minimal marketing spend. Operating since the late 1990s, the business has been SBA pre-qualified, lowering the buyer's equity requirement to approximately $150K down. A basic contractor's license is sufficient for ownership and the business model supports both owner-operator and semi-absentee management structures.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Neurosurgery & Spine Practice for Sale in New York

NY
$1.5MHealthcare & Wellness
Why Buy

This Upstate New York neurosurgery and complex spine practice has operated for over a decade with a large referral base and favorable payer mix. It handles a high volume of cervical, thoracic, lumbar, deformity, and reconstructive cases with established EMR and spine-specific workflows. At $525K in annual cash flow, the practice offers a compelling multiple for a surgeon seeking clinical autonomy or a group looking to add a mature specialty platform.

Key Person RiskRegulatory Risk
Jun 10

Full Service Diner for Sale in New York

NY
$1.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$505K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This Long Island, New York diner has operated for approximately 40 years, generating roughly $70,000 in weekly sales from a 5,600-square-foot facility on a high-traffic commercial corridor. The property represents one of the larger full-service diner footprints available in the New York metro, with capacity to support catering, private events, and full-service breakfast-to-dinner operations. Consistent weekly revenue over a multi-decade operating history provides a buyer with a reliable cash flow baseline in a market with significant barriers to new diner development.

Sticky CustomersRecurring Revenue
Jun 10

Wholesale Distribution Company for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$15.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$5.1M
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This New York area wholesale distributor holds signed master supplier and reseller agreements across premium apparel, footwear, and lifestyle categories, generating an estimated thirty to thirty-five million dollars in annual revenue with over five million dollars in EBITDA. All brand and retailer contracts transfer to the buyer at closing, with seller-facilitated introductions to key accounts. The semi-absentee ownership structure and transferable blue-chip retail relationships make this an exceptional acquisition for a buyer seeking immediate scale in the consumer goods distribution space.

Absentee Owner

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many businesses are for sale in New York?
There are currently 1,681 businesses listed for sale in New York, with 88 new listings added in the past week.
What is the average asking price for a business in New York?
The median asking price for businesses in New York is $747K, with prices ranging from $4K to $54.2M.
What multiple of earnings do businesses in New York list for?
Across the 1,068 businesses currently browsable in New York, the median asking price is $747K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $235K. 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 York?
The most common industries for businesses for sale in New York are Food & Beverage, Retail & E-commerce, Automotive Services, Personal Services, Healthcare & Wellness.
Can I buy a business in New York with an SBA loan?
Yes, many businesses for sale in New York 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 York?
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 York

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Most businesses in this price range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, which covers up to 90% of the purchase price. Learn more about the acquisition process in our guides:

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