An exceptional, high-margin acquisition opportunity is now available in the booming commercial vending space.

Business Overview

An exceptional, high-margin acquisition opportunity is now available in the booming commercial vending space. This highly profitable enterprise consists of seven premium, strategically positioned reverse-osmosis water vending stations operating within bustling, high-traffic retail plaza parking lots across the Tampa Bay tri-county region (covering Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties). Boasting a stellar ten-year track record of consistent performance under its original founder, this business model thrives on incredible simplicity, minimal overhead, and passive-income mechanics.

The heavy lifting has already been meticulously executed. The founding owner invested significant capital—approximately $12,000 per site for dedicated concrete pads and utility line integrations, plus an additional $24,000 per site in state-of-the-art purification and vending equipment—to construct a highly resilient infrastructure. Operating as a lean, home-based business with low operational complexity, the stations utilize standard municipal water, running it through a professional-grade reverse-osmosis system to deliver purified water to a loyal, recurring customer base 24/7. Routine maintenance is remarkably straightforward, requiring only periodic filter replacements and cash collection visits that take just 15 minutes per location, two to three times a week. With substantial seller financing, a massive cash flow margin, and an exclusive option to purchase five pre-approved expansion locations at a steep discount, this turnkey network is primed for immediate scaling and long-term equity growth.

SOLD!

  • Amount Asking: $249,000

  • Down Payment: $150,000

  • Gross Sales / Revenue: $178,430

  • Discretionary Earnings: $95,360

  • Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E): $161,000

  • Real Estate Value: Leased (Parking Lot Pads)

  • Total Assets Value: $245,000

Key Investment Highlights

  • Exceptional Discretionary Margins: Highly optimized, low-overhead operational model yielding an impressive ~53% discretionary earnings margin on gross sales.

  • Decade of Proven Stability: Ten years of successful operational history under original ownership, establishing deep-rooted location value and reliable consumer trust.

  • Premium Infrastructure & Equipment: Sale includes $161,000 in high-value, commercial-grade filtration and vending assets, supported by concrete pad utility builds representing over $250,000 in historical setup value.

  • Immediate Expansion Potential: Acquire the exclusive right to purchase five additional pre-approved locations for just $7,000 each, allowing the incoming owner to immediately expand their market footprint.

  • Generous Seller Financing: The seller demonstrates strong alignment and confidence in the business by offering $99,000 in buyer financing over 60 months at a competitive 7.00% rate.

  • Turnkey Passive Income Potential: Highly automated 24/7 vending setups require zero on-site personnel for daily transactions, presenting an ideal portfolio addition for passive investors.

Property & Operations Summary

This highly efficient, home-based business utilizes a minimal physical footprint, leasing approximately 700 square feet of total space across seven strategic parking lot pads in highly visible, anchored retail plazas. The total combined lease rent across the entire operational footprint is a highly favorable $3,257 per month, securing high-traffic territory with accessible long-term lease terms and options.

Because the automated stations operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the business requires no full-time employees, running smoothly with just two part-time support team members. Day-to-day ownership duties are minimal, focusing on light mechanical up-keep, such as water filter changes and routine cash collections. To ensure the buyer is fully confident and capable, the seller will provide four weeks of comprehensive, hands-on operational training at no additional cost. Furthermore, a three-year, three-mile geographical non-compete agreement will be executed upon sale to protect the buyer’s localized market share.