Owner Absentee, High End Busy Corner Liquor Store in NW DC!!!!!

NOT DISCLOSED, District of Columbia

Asking Price	$899,000	Year Established	1954
Annual Revenue	$1,300,000	Reason for Selling	Retirement
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Aamer Chaudhary
Annual Cash Flow	$0	Listing Number	1018887
# of Employees	4	Business Category	Retail: Non-classifiable

Business Overview:

2026 Sales up 16% with Steady Profit Margins | Class 'A' DC ABRA License | Low Rent | Free Standing Highly Visible Top Corner NW DC Location | Highly Profitable | Absentee

For over 72 years, this brand as local staple corner store has been providing its community with large varities of wines, liquors and beers product brands in very inviting, comfortable retail settings.

The owner behind the business has successfully established customer experiences, vast products lines at attractive prices, processes and management in place which makes this business opportunity especially appealing to new ownership who would like to immediately capture a solid footprint in one of the best markets in the US.

Over the decades the Company has well crafted its excellent services in order to maximize efficiency in the store and keep its Cost of Goods and SGA /operational costs under control. The results a profitable, well-run, well-staffed business ready for new ownership to step in.

Do not want to deal with tire-kickers. If you truly interested in the amazing value investing and long successful business opportunity, please send us appropriate financials (including past 3 years tax returns) or you will not receive a response. Please dont waste our time and we wont waste yours. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced buyer. 95% of business is with the local neighborhoods. Fast moving inventory of $ 365,000/- (approx) is not included in asking price.

Established since: 1954
Location: High visibility corner with parking available
Area: Highly sought after NW DC Location
Neighborhood Liquor & Wine Store. Short hours, updated store, highly profitable site.
Average Net Margins: 36 %+/-.
Sales: $ 1,303,146.55 (2025)
Wine: Liquor: Beers - 55% :35% :25%
SDEs/Cash Flow: $336,807
2,195 SF Store SF with low monthly rent of $7,900/- (plus CAM). Long term lease (5 year plus 5 years option).
Majority Customers Type: Well established large size commercial and residential areas
Yearly Revenue and Profit Trends: Steadily growing

Hours of operation: SUN-WED: 10.00AM-10.00PM, THU-SAT: 10.00-11PM

Proof of Funds Required (upfront).

Seller Financing: Is available for high quality credit customers.

ONGOING FANTASTIC PERFORMANCE IN 2026 (Sales Performance and growth trends are persistent):
As of September 30, 2026, the business is growing around 16% yoy, while profit margins are remaining intact around 34%.++ As per the owner, they are hoping to have consistent performance by the end of 2026 with sales growing up to $ 1,402,000.00 for the full year 2026 with net income to remain intact in terms of net profit margins.

STRONG GROWTH POTENTIAL
The business and landmark location offers following growth opportunities to the buyers:
- Delivery services to retail customers, private parties and commercial /govermental agencies clients in DC and DMV area
-Extended hours from 8 am to 12 am in the night to further amplify the business
- Digital marketing launch to reach our larger groups of customers to have stronger presence amongst the younger crowds

THE VALUE INVESTING OPPORTUNITY
Must see to appreciate. Anyone interested must sign a confidentiality agreement with proof of funds before releasing any information. Please inquire for more details and learn how you can buy a business and know how we can help you use the creative and practical financing options, including the easy sellers financing to get a deal done!

Sellers financing: Available (for qualified buyers only)

A SIGNED CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THE EXACT LOCATION, NAME & CIM.

UNMATCHED TRANSWORLD VALUE
This opportunity is proudly offered by Transworld Business Advisors, the number one business brokerage firm in the world. With local presence AND global marketing reach, Transworld Business Advisors provides main-street and middle market business owners and buyers with transaction expertise.

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS:
We represent qualified clients that are very interested in buying all types of businesses. If you have any interest in selling your business at this time or in the near future, please contact me at achaudhary@tworld.com. Our buyers are already qualified and willing to invest their time and money toward a business like yours.

All communications are kept STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL.

Property Features and Assets:

<p>State of the art facilities well supporting the day to day operations and conduct of business and successfully meeting customers expectations. Very Attractive Facility. Good Visibility and Signage. Approximately 2108 SF. Long Term Lease Available. Very Safe, Upscale Area of Town.</p><p>Outstanding value-added FF&E is in place for cost-effective day-to-day operational services helping efficient planning and execution with unparalleled visibility of products and services in the store. State of the art FF & E and technology/systems support exceptional inventory management controls.<br><br>All kinds of replenishments are automated which means store never runs out of varieties. Owner listens and understands the evolving needs of customers, and then designs a customized and comprehensive solutions for the customers. in terms of racks, layouts, products merchandising and displays. Excellent and customizable FF&E technology platform provides warehousing and inventory efficiencies that create a clear competitive advantage for the business.<br><br>Overall, the business has installed variety of high quality and efficient pieces of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and accessories to meet the business needs and are good for next 5-7 years for use.<br><br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>Low competition thanks to their strategic location as this store much bigger than other stores in the areas and other stores lack such huge variety and they are more expensive due to low sales and lower customer choices. The competitive advantage this business enjoys because of their location and just location which top notched and easily accessible as the business sits on the main street on the corner, surrounded by long established residential communities as well as commercials around the area. Additionally, rent is extremally low ($10,358/- monthly - nnn) with long term lease with a large real estate group, considering the size of the store which is around 5000 sq ft. Lower rent always adds to the bottomline of the business year on year.<br><br>Selling Other Products, just like a supermarket thanks to the large store size<br>The business is a winner in the competitive landscape in the area (3 miles radius) as they are like a supermarket and have been selling items (grocery and food items including Deli) that are not subject to sin taxes. Additional complementary items like soda and juice, dry fruits, chips, lottery, cigarettes which some customers will mix their liquor with anyway, are offering high-profit margins (up to 80-100% items without the high tax) and similar profits are generated from the food products. In addition to snacks, they are also stocking specialty foods that customers are inspired to pair with their beverages, such as imported meats and cheeses. By adding more inventory and varieties, they are able to market themselves as a one-stop shop rather than a place people go to solely for their liquor or wines.<br> <br>Strong growth potential with higher levels of profitability forecasted in the coming years as customers are happy with the business and its prime corner location, the variety of products and services it offers backed by better management in place. This business has become an undisputed local business brand in the area enjoying stronger brand quality and equity. Business knows their customers in terms of their evolving needs and wants and customers know this business for decades.<br><br>Going forward the following marketing strategies and cost effective tools/ techniques will further help boost the business for the new owner:<br><br>direct mails (to further reach out local communities)<br>on site marketing (weekly promotions to drive in more customers)<br>market your people (run tasting events and allow customers to sample beverages)<br>online marketing and sales (currently online sales are not happening whereas millennials and universities students' community are seeking online purchase options (for their private parties) and willing to pay more money for their purchases and other liquor stores are offering such services in DC)<br>digital marketing campaigns will add more sales in future<br>extended working hours (store can stay open till 12 pm or 1 am) that will boost sales furthermore<br></p>

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