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Lake Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California
Profitable and Growing Sylvan Franchise – Los Angeles, CA
Asking Price
$470,000
Revenue
$798,540
Down
Call/Email
Cash Flow
$180,658
Name: Tyler Le
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Tyler Le
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Description
Revenue has grown from approximately $120K in 2022 to nearly $798,540 in 2025, representing a 6.5x increase over three years. The center achieved stable profitability in 2024 and generated approximately $180,658 in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) in 2025. The business serves both retail tutoring clients, service agencies, and school district contracts, providing diversified and recurring revenue streams.
The operation is fully staffed with an experienced Center Director, assistant management, and a trained instructional team, allowing for semi-absentee ownership. This acquisition enables a buyer to bypass startup risk, initial losses, and the estimated $150K+ build-out and launch costs typically associated with opening a new Sylvan location.
Investment Highlights
Strong Financial Performance: ~$798,540 in 2025 revenue with ~$180,658 SDE and ~23% margins.
Exceptional Revenue Growth: ~88% CAGR from 2022–2025, transitioning from ramp-up to stable operations.
Diversified & Recurring Revenue: Balanced mix of retail tutoring and institutional school district contracts, including LAUSD.
Turnkey, Semi-Absentee Operation: Experienced Center Director and trained staff in place; owner involvement optional.
Prime Location: High-income demographics, dense student population, and strong community relationships.
Nationally Recognized Franchise Brand: Backed by Sylvan’s 45+ year operating history, curriculum, marketing, and systems.
Business Details
Year Established:
2021
Reason for sale:
Retirement
Support & Training:
4 week
Posting Information
Posting ID:
8507748
Business Category:
Children & Kids
Business Types:
School, Educational Service
Attributes:
Training And Support
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Profitable and Growing Sylvan Franchise – Los Angeles, CA
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