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60YR Old Dry-Cleaning, Loyal Customer BaseNETS 131 K in NW DC!!!!
Asking Price
$299,900
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$100,000
Cash Flow
Call/Email
Name: Peter Daniels
Name
Peter Daniels
Description
This highly profitable dry cleaning business is now available for sale! Located in a prime area with great foot traffic, this well established operation has been serving the community for over 40 YEARS, and has built an excellent reputation for quality service and reliability.
Strong Financial Performance - Consistent revenue with great profit margins. Expecting $340,000 in sales in 2026 and $ 370,000 in 2027..
Established Customer Base - Repeat clientele and word-of-mouth referrals. Prime Location - Located in one of the three wealthiest zip codes in Washington DC, this business does extremely well in it’s busy commercial/residential area.
This is a great opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter the dry cleaning industry or an existing operator seeking to expand. The current owner is willing to provide training and support to ensure a seamless transition.
Reason for Sale: Retirement
Long term Lease: 5 years plus 5 years option (Strip Mall)
Serious inquiries only. Financials available upon request with NDA. Don't miss out on this lucrative business. Contact us today!
Aamer Chaudhary
President/CEO Transworld Business Advisors, Downtown DC, Annapolis Baltimore
at Cell (202) 509 3739 or (703) 457-0362 Or Off (202) 461 2204 or by email, Achaudhary@tworld.com & We shall contact soon.
As this markedly successful dry-cleaning looks to the future, the current owner remains focused on innovation and customer experience. The current owner is also exploring expansion opportunities to grow with possible home delivery services, garment storage, and additional business locations. This particular dry-cleaning business has served thousands of loyal customers over the years, and remains a shining example of how dedication and customer-centric focus can lead to long term profits.
https://tworld.com/locations/District-of-Columbia/dcdowntown/listings/60YR-Old-Dry-Cleaning-Loyal-Customer-BaseNETS-131-K-in-NW-DC-
Business Details
Year Established:
1983
Employees:
1
FE&E:
$100,000
Reason for sale:
Retirement
Lease & Tenant Information
Lease Expiration:
10/31/2026
Lease Options:
$2,787
Other Information
Listing Number:
090122-882697
Sales:
$311,289
Seller's Discretionary Earnings:
$131,009
Posting Information
Posting ID:
tw:83184
Business Category:
Cleaning/Clothing, Tailoring
Keywords:
Transworld
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