Profitable Independent Hardware Store – Closest Competition 30 Miles Away

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This independent hardware store has been a cornerstone in its rural San Diego County community since 1998. With the nearest competitor over 30 miles away, it enjoys a captive customer base of homeowners, seasonal residents, and over 45 commercial accounts including restaurants, schools, and golf courses.
The 10,000 sq. ft. store plus yard carries a wide range of products—from electrical, plumbing, and gardening to RV and home supplies. Key services include UPS shipping, key cutting, and screen/glass repair.


Key Features:
• Minimal local competition – none for 30+ miles
• Strong SDE with part-time owner involvement (~20 hrs/week)
• High-value commercial account relationships
• Favorable lease at $8,000/month (NNN)
• Loyal residential and commercial customer base
• Fully staffed and operating 7 days/week
• Ideal for an owner-operator or investor

This is a confidential listing. Interested buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement and provide a buyer profile before further details will be disclosed.

Current inventory is approximately $750,000 which is not included in the Purchase Price and subject to change. Financial information listed (Sales Revenue and Seller Discretionary Earnings) is calculated based on the 2024 year-end P&L statement.

Listed by Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) and Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) with Ace Socal Real Estate and Commercial Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.

Financial Information

  • $500,000 Asking Price
  • $157,315 Cash Flow
  • $671,849 Gross Revenue

Business Location

  • City: San Diego Metro
  • State: California

Reason for Sale

  • Owner pursuing other business interests.

Detailed information

  • Year Established:
  • Home Based: No
  • Franchise: No
  • Relocatable: No
  • Lender Prequalified: No
  • SBA Prequalified: No
  • Full-Time Employees: 2
  • Part-Time Employees: 2
  • Contractors: N/A
  • Owner Worked Hours/w: N/A
  • Inventory Included: No
  • Inventory Value: $750,000
  • Real Estate Available: No
  • Real Estate Included: No
  • Real Estate Value: $0
  • FF&E Included?: Yes
  • FF&E Value: N/A

Training/Support

  • Owner will provide transition assistance and training to ensure a smooth handover.
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Scott Coyle
Sunbelt of Greater San Diego
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Listing ID
SDGREAT001-57183
License Number
02081536

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