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Exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable laundromat with real estate in a core South Los Angeles location. This rare freestanding corner property is situated on a large lot relative to building...
This well-established laundromat is strategically located in a high-traffic area of Manteca, surrounded by a densely populated neighborhood that ensures steady, repeat customer activity. The business...
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, limited competition, coin-operated laundromat located in a high-traffic area of the San Gabriel Valley. The business benefits from a favorable...
Located in Harbor City, this established coin-operated laundromat offers steady operations and a solid equipment base. The business generates approximately $190,000 in annual gross revenue, with a net...
This laundromat is ready for a new owner to bring it back to life. Located in a high-traffic Riverside area with great parking and a 10-year lease available. Strong fundamentals, solid location, and...
Operating large laundromat with 24 washers and 24 dryers and ready for expansion for 8 additional washers in Fontana. Fontana is no longer allowing any new laundromats so there is limited competition....
A clean and spacious laundromat rich in history and nostalgia, by the loyal customers, surrounding businesses, neighborhoods, and a newly built senior affordable housing apartment with great...
Compelling opportunity to acquire a freestanding, high-income producing laundromat with underlying real estate in a dense East LA trade area. The property is positioned along a major corridor with...
Laundromat located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA. with state of the art Continental Girbau equipment, and over 4k active loyalty card members, adding 906 loyalty card members with balances in the last...
High-visibility, densely populated areas, especially near apartments, colleges, or urban housing, significantly increase value.
Modern, energy-efficient washers and dryers reduce maintenance risk and utility costs, increasing buyer confidence.
Water, gas, and electricity expenses materially affect profitability. Favorable lease terms (long-term, stable rent) add value.
Self-service laundromats with minimal staffing typically command higher multiples than heavily managed operations.
Recurring daily cash flow from walk-in customers is attractive, especially when supported by wash-and-fold services or commercial accounts.
Clear books, properly reported cash income, and documented expenses are important for valuation credibility.
Washers and dryers have finite lifespans. Underestimating future capital expenditures can distort profitability expectations.
Water and gas costs directly impact margins. Small differences in utility rates can significantly change net income.
If the lease is short-term or above-market, profitability can change dramatically upon renewal.
Some laundromats operate with significant cash revenue. Without proper normalization, financial statements may not reflect true performance.
Population density, renter concentration, and local competition heavily influence demand stability.
Nearby newer facilities with upgraded machines or better amenities can reduce customer retention.
Small laundromats typically range from $150,000 to $500,000, depending on location, equipment condition, and cash flow. Larger or high-performing urban locations can sell for $750,000 to $1M+. The price is usually based on cash flow (SDE or EBITDA), not just equipment value.
Well-run laundromats can generate strong, steady cash flow because demand is consistent. Profitability depends heavily on rent, utilities, equipment efficiency, and location. Clean operations in dense rental areas tend to perform best.
Many self-service laundromats operate with little to no staff. However, some include attendants, especially if they offer wash-and-fold services or extended hours. Fully unattended models are common and can reduce overhead significantly.
They can be relatively low-management compared to many other businesses, but they are not truly passive. Even unattended locations require oversight for maintenance, equipment repairs, utilities, lease management, and customer issues. With proper systems, they can be semi-passive.
Net profit margins typically range from 20% to 35%, depending on rent and utility costs. Well-optimized locations in strong markets can exceed that range, especially if utilities are controlled and equipment is energy-efficient.
Most laundromats sell as asset sales. Buyers usually purchase the equipment, lease rights, and goodwill rather than the legal entity itself. This structure is common because the equipment represents a large portion of the business value.
