Wholesale & Distribution Businesses for Sale

Explore 771 wholesale & distribution businesses for sale across the United States. Wholesale trade and distribution

Active Listings
771
Median Asking Price
$775K
Median SDE
$225K
Median Multiple
3.5x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$5.2M
Average SDE
$452K
Listed in Last 30 Days
324
Added This Week
64

Median figures are computed over the 610 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 771 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Wholesale & Distribution Businesses for Sale

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Apr 9

Bread Distribution Route for Sale in Houston, TX

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
$150KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$152K
Multiple:1.0x
Why Buy

This protected-territory bread distribution route in the Houston metro area serves a roster of grocery stores, variety stores, and restaurants under contract with a major national baked goods company. The route generates annual net income that essentially equals the asking price, offering a rapid payback profile for an owner-operator willing to work the territory actively. Financing is available through the company, reducing the capital required at closing.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersSupplier Concentration
Apr 9

Pastry Food Distribution Route for Sale in San Antonio, TX

San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
$105KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$72K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This contracted pastry distribution route in the San Antonio metro area serves a well-established base of accounts including gas stations, generating consistent annual unit volume and attractive net income relative to the asking price. The protected territory and contracted brand arrangement provide a stable demand foundation with growth potential as additional accounts are added. Weekends-off scheduling adds lifestyle appeal for an owner-operator seeking a structured workweek.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 9

Bread Distribution Route for Sale in Texas

TX
$69KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$63K
Multiple:1.1x
Why Buy

This protected-territory bread distribution route in East Texas serves nearly 30 grocery, variety store, and restaurant accounts under contract with a major national baked goods company. The route generates annual net income approaching the full asking price, offering a rapid payback for an owner-operator willing to run the territory. Seller financing options reduce the upfront capital requirement and make this an accessible acquisition for a first-time business buyer.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 9

Seafood Wholesale Distribution Company for Sale in Houston, TX

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
$1.4MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$406K
Multiple:3.6x
Why Buy

This vertically integrated seafood importer and wholesale distributor in the Houston metro has operated profitably for over two decades, holding a leading market position with established cold-chain infrastructure and premium food safety certifications. The business specializes in sourcing and distributing sashimi-grade and specialty seafood alongside complementary frozen and dry goods, serving a broad commercial customer base including restaurants and food service operators. Turnkey systems and gold-standard certifications provide significant competitive moats that would be costly and time-consuming for a new entrant to replicate.

High CapExSupplier Concentration
Apr 9

Snack Food Distribution Route for Sale in Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
$341KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$71K
Multiple:4.8x
Why Buy

This independent distributorship holds a protected territory for a nationally recognized snack food brand, serving a portfolio of grocery and market accounts in the Las Vegas metro area. The route generates strong annual sales with attractive owner-operator earnings, and third-party financing may lower the barrier to entry. A buyer with a reliable vehicle and route management discipline can step into consistent weekly cash flow on day one.

Key Person Risk
Apr 9

Food Distribution Route for Sale in Detroit, MI

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
$73KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$65K
Multiple:1.1x
Why Buy

This independent distributorship holds a contracted protected territory for a nationally recognized tortilla and snack food brand, serving grocery and variety store accounts in the Detroit metro area. The route produces consistent annual revenue with attractive net earnings for an owner-operator, and the brand's broad product line supports stable demand. A buyer stepping in gains an immediately cash-flowing operation backed by a major national food company.

Apr 9

Bread Distribution Route for Sale in Massachusetts

MA
$225KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$116K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This independent distributorship holds a contracted protected territory in western Massachusetts for a portfolio of nationally recognized bread and baked goods brands, serving grocery, variety, and restaurant accounts. The route generates solid annual sales with attractive net earnings and company financing significantly reduces the equity required at closing. A buyer with reliable transportation and scheduling discipline can step into consistent weekly cash flow backed by a major national bakery group.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 9

Wholesale Distribution Company for Sale in Chicago, IL

Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
$1.1MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$385K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This consumer staples wholesale distributor in the Chicago metro area has maintained stable revenue in the $5M range for multiple consecutive years, serving a highly diversified customer base with no single account representing more than a small fraction of total sales. The owner currently works only a few hours per week, supported by a team of 12 employees and direct import supplier relationships. Vehicles, warehouse equipment, and existing routes are included, making this a true semi-absentee acquisition with predictable cash flow and strong downside protection.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 8

Furniture And Decor Wholesaler for Sale in Kentucky

KY
$522KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$522K
Multiple:1.0x
Why Buy

This furniture and decor wholesaler designs and sources upholstered furniture, case goods, and lighting fixtures for leading big-box and e-commerce retailers across the United States. The business has maintained consistent revenue and EBITDA margins over multiple years, supported by long-standing relationships with major retail customers and a globally diversified manufacturing network. The asset-light design and sourcing model provides flexibility and scalability for a new owner.

Sticky Customers
Apr 8

Print & Promotional Distributor for Sale in Hawaii

HI
$750KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$111K
Multiple:6.8x
Why Buy

A print and specialty promotional items distribution business in Hawaii, serving a creative and relationship-driven customer base with a broad product offering across branded merchandise categories. The business generates consistent cash flow through repeat client relationships and the ongoing need for printed and promotional materials across commercial sectors. This is a manageable owner-operated business with an established client base and a differentiated service approach in a geographically concentrated market.

Apr 7

Landscape Supply Distributor for Sale in Pennsylvania

PA
$750KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$221K
Multiple:3.4x
Why Buy

This Pennsylvania-based business operates as both a wholesale and retail supplier of bulk landscape materials, hardscape products, and hearth appliances, serving a balanced mix of professional contractors and homeowner end-users. The dual-channel model diversifies revenue and supports steady demand across residential and commercial project cycles. With a comprehensive product line spanning natural stone, pavers, bulk aggregates, and hearth equipment, the business is well-positioned as a one-stop supplier in its regional market.

High CapEx
Apr 7

Specialty Food Distribution Company for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$5.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$1.3M
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This wholesale specialty food distributor serves supermarkets, grocery chains, and food service accounts throughout the Northeastern United States, moving a broad portfolio of Mediterranean, European, and gourmet grocery products. The business carries an extensive SKU catalog spanning multiple product categories, supported by an established warehouse, owned delivery fleet, and direct-store delivery routes that create switching costs for retail customers. Industrial real estate is included in the transaction, adding tangible asset value and eliminating lease risk for a new owner.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryHigh CapEx
Apr 7

Cabinetry Supply Distributor for Sale in Lakeland, FL

Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
$2.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$495K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This cabinetry and accessory supply business operates in Central Florida with established distribution capabilities extending nationwide, serving a loyal clientele built on a proven track record of growth. The business benefits from a reliable supplier network and strong positioning in the growing home improvement and remodeling industry. It represents an attractive acquisition for either an entrepreneur seeking a platform in the building products sector or an existing industry player pursuing geographic expansion.

Growth TrajectorySticky Customers
Apr 7

Appliance Distributor for Sale in California

CA
$825KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$238K
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This appliance distribution and retail business in the Sacramento metro area has served a network of contractors and developers for decades, building a defensible market position that large-format retailers struggle to replicate. The sale includes a substantial pre-sold contractor backlog that transfers to the buyer at close, providing immediate revenue visibility. Strong asset value, verified financials, and SBA pre-approval reduce acquisition friction for qualified buyers.

Recurring Revenue
Apr 7

Office Furniture Dealer for Sale in Massachusetts

MA
$1.2MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$372K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This Massachusetts-based office furniture business has operated for over three decades, specializing in pre-owned and new commercial furnishings with a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility. The company offers end-to-end workplace solutions including space planning, delivery, installation, and corporate liquidation support, creating recurring engagement with small to mid-sized business clients. An experienced team, in-house logistics capabilities, and a professional showroom underpin a turnkey operation with strong repeat business.

Retirement SaleSticky Customers
Apr 7

Fitness Equipment Distributor for Sale in McAllen, TX

McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
$2.2MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$552K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This authorized fitness equipment distributor in South Texas has served commercial gyms and fitness centers for over two decades with a diversified revenue model spanning new equipment sales, used equipment, residential sales, and recurring maintenance contracts. Authorized distributor status with premium commercial brands provides exclusive access to professional-grade inventory that drives repeat purchasing from institutional clients. The maintenance and service revenue component creates predictable recurring income that buffers against sales volume fluctuations.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 6

Snack Food Distribution Route for Sale in Baltimore, MD

Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
$200KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$110K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This snack food distribution route in the Baltimore metro area covers a protected territory delivering a nationally recognized portfolio of snack brands to retail outlets across 24 accounts. The route generates approximately $668K in annual gross sales and nets over $110K, with company-related financing available to reduce the upfront capital requirement. The compact geographic footprint keeps fuel costs low and makes this an operationally efficient route for an owner-operator looking for a tangible, cash-generating business.

Sticky Customers
Apr 6

Snack Food Distribution Route for Sale in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
$150KWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$39K
Multiple:3.9x
Why Buy

This snack food distribution route in the Atlanta metro covers a protected territory delivering a nationally recognized portfolio of chip and snack brands to 12 grocery and gas station accounts. The route generates approximately $333K in annual gross sales and nets nearly $39K, with a truck and trailer included in the sale. The three-day-per-week schedule provides a manageable lifestyle fit for an owner-operator seeking a predictable, route-based income stream.

Apr 6

Furniture Import & Wholesale for Sale in Florida

FL
$1.1MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$219K
Multiple:5.0x
Why Buy

This furniture import and wholesale supply business has operated for 25 years with long-standing relationships with recognized regional and national retailers across the United States and Canada, specializing in contemporary and transitional furniture. Approximately 90% of revenue is generated through container-direct sales, allowing for lean operations and lower overhead than warehouse-heavy competitors, with a support warehouse providing secondary inventory management. With $219K in SDE on a $1.1M asking price, the business offers an attractive acquisition for a buyer with import, wholesale, or retail furniture industry experience.

Sticky Customers
Apr 3

Seafood Wholesale Distributor for Sale in Houston, TX

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
$1.4MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$406K
Multiple:3.6x
Why Buy

This vertically integrated seafood importer and wholesale distribution company in the Houston metro has operated profitably since the late 1990s, serving a diversified base of restaurant and food service customers with premium fresh and frozen seafood. The business includes cold-chain infrastructure, value-added processing capabilities such as in-house filleting, and industrial-grade certifications that set it apart from less-equipped regional competitors. Consistent profitability and a well-established market position make this an attractive acquisition for a food distribution operator or strategic buyer.

Recurring RevenueGrowth Trajectory
Apr 3

Jewelry And Accessories Wholesaler for Sale in Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA
$3.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$900K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This wholesale jewelry and general accessories business in the Philadelphia metro area has been operating from the same location for over three decades, generating nearly $1 million in annual discretionary earnings. The business operates from a large multi-floor facility with significant inventory on hand and dedicated display areas for both jewelry and general merchandise. Real estate is included in the transaction, adding tangible asset value to the operating business.

Apr 2

Specialty Food Distributor for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$5.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$736K
Multiple:6.8x
Why Buy

A specialty food import and distribution company with over two decades of operating history serving supermarkets, grocery chains, and food service customers throughout the Northeastern United States with a 2,000-plus SKU portfolio of Mediterranean and European products. The business benefits from long-standing customer relationships, established logistics infrastructure, and diversified product categories that reduce dependency on any single supplier or SKU. This is an attractive acquisition for a distribution-sector buyer or strategic acquirer looking to expand into the specialty food channel.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersSupplier ConcentrationHigh CapEx
Apr 2

Industrial Equipment Manufacturers Representative for Sale in Oklahoma

OK
$1.4MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$352K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This B2B manufacturers representative firm has served industrial clients across the South-Central United States for over six decades, representing market-leading product lines with protected territories across a diverse range of industries. A high-quality recurring customer base and minimal working capital requirements combine to create a capital-efficient, durable business model. The asking price includes receivables, providing immediate cash flow support for a new owner.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersKey Person Risk
Apr 2

Specialty Food Distribution Company for Sale in New York, NJ

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NJ
$13.0MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$1.0M
Multiple:12.4x
Why Buy

A specialty food import and distribution company serving the Northeastern United States with an extensive portfolio of Mediterranean and European grocery products, supported by a dedicated warehouse, delivery fleet, and direct-store-delivery infrastructure built over more than two decades. The business serves a diversified customer base of supermarkets, independent retailers, and food service accounts, providing revenue stability and low customer concentration risk. Industrial real estate included in the asking price adds tangible asset value to what is already a cash-flowing operating business.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many wholesale & distribution businesses are for sale?
There are currently 771 wholesale & distribution businesses listed for sale across the United States, with 64 new listings in the past week.
What is the typical asking price for a wholesale & distribution business?
The median asking price for wholesale & distribution businesses is $775K, ranging from $10K to $2300.0M.
What multiple of earnings do wholesale & distribution businesses across the United States list for?
Across the 610 wholesale & distribution businesses currently browsable across the United States, the median asking price is $775K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $225K. The median asking price works out to 3.5x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
Where are most wholesale & distribution businesses for sale?
The states with the most wholesale & distribution businesses for sale are FL, NY, CA, TX, NJ.
Is a wholesale & distribution business a good acquisition?
Wholesale & Distribution businesses can be excellent acquisitions depending on your criteria. Key factors to evaluate include recurring revenue, owner dependence, customer concentration, and growth potential. Use Searcher OS to compare listings and analyze CIMs for detailed financials.
Can I finance a wholesale & distribution business acquisition?
Many wholesale & distribution businesses qualify for SBA 7(a) loans, which cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms at competitive rates. This makes acquisitions accessible with 10-15% down payment.

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