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St. Johns County, Florida
Well Established Profitable Preschool
Asking Price
$380,000
Revenue
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Down
$380,000
Cash Flow
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Name: Bill Kratsas
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Bill Kratsas
Description
Overview
The school is a nationally recognized childcare and preschool franchise that provides a safe, nurturing environment for children ages six weeks to prekindergarten age. This location has established a strong reputation within the community, maintaining consistent enrollment and high parent satisfaction. Located in one of St. Johns County’s most desirable and rapidly expanding residential corridors, this center benefits from a favorable demographic mix of young families, strong schools, and high household incomes.
Strength and Value Proposition
Turnkey Operation: Fully staffed and equipped facility with systems, curriculum, and franchise support in place.
Established Reputation: Trusted community brand with strong local goodwill and word-of-mouth enrollment.
Steady Cash Flow: Consistent financial performance with $759K in annual sales and $143K discretionary earnings.
Prime Location: Situated in one of the fastest-growing suburban markets in the Jacksonville DMA.
Potential Franchise Exit: Opportunity to operate independently eliminating royalties while gaining full control over branding, marketing, pricing, and future expansion
High-Barrier Market: Quality childcare facilities are in limited supply within this affluent and family-oriented region.
Investment Highlights
1. Asking Price: $380,000
2. Annual Revenue: $759,156
3. Discretionary Earnings: $143,314
4. Profit Margin: 18.87%
5. Strong Demographics: High-income households with dual-working parents.
6. Long-Term Growth: Area continues to see significant housing development and population inflows.
7. Stability: Proven business model with predictable recurring revenue from enrolled families.
Why This Opportunity
The preschool location represents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, community-anchored preschool in one of Northeast Florida’s most desirable and fastest-growing markets. The combination of a proven franchise system, strong financials, and exceptional local demographics positions this business as an attractive, lower-risk investment in the early education sector.
1. Booming Market and Ideal Location
in St. Johns County, consistently ranked among the top counties in Florida for family living, school quality, and household income. Rapid residential development continues to attract young families seeking high-quality childcare options — creating sustained demand and limited local competition.
2. Established, Profitable Operations
With $759,156 in annual revenue and $143,314 in discretionary earnings, this school demonstrates operational stability and a healthy profit margin. Systems, staff, and enrollment are already in place — allowing a new owner to generate immediate cash flow.
3. Consistent Demand for Quality Childcare
The childcare sector continues to show resilience and growth, even through economic cycles. Working parents depend on reliable early education providers, and demand in suburban markets like this one remains consistently strong.
4. Scalable Growth Potential
Opportunities exist to increase enrollment capacity, expand after-school and summer programs, or open additional units in the N.E. Florida DMA under the same franchise brand. A motivated owner-operator could further optimize tuition pricing and community partnerships for additional upside.
https://tworld.com/locations/Florida/jacksonville/listings/Well-Established-Profitable-Preschool
Business Details
Employees:
12
FE&E:
$24,806
Reason for sale:
Moving
Lease & Tenant Information
Lease Expiration:
06/29/2036
Lease Options:
$7,800
Other Information
Listing Number:
7101-489479
Sales:
$759,156
Seller's Discretionary Earnings:
$143,314
Posting Information
Posting ID:
ID tw:87683 / Listing Number 7101-489479
Business Category:
Child Care, Educational/School
Keywords:
Transworld
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