HS Listing ID-70962
Rare opportunity to acquire a 9-year established, absentee-operated artisan pastry and café in one of Dayton, Ohio’s most sought-after retail locations. This business runs without the owner’s day-to-day involvement — professional management is in place and operations are fully systematized.
The Numbers
Asking Price: $120,000
Annual Revenue: $344,000
Net Owner Earnings: $54,000 (~15.7% margin)
Price-to-Earnings: 2.2× — well below the 3–4× typical for comparable acquisitions
The Concept
A premium pastry and café experience that stands well above the competition. The full menu also includes espresso drinks, frappes, milkshakes, breakfast sandwiches, ice cream, and seasonal specialties — driving strong average ticket and multi-daypart visits.
The Location
Prime corner retail near the University of Dayton campus, steps from Dayton’s largest medical complex (Miami Valley / Premier Health). The corridor sees 30,000+ vehicles per day within a thriving retail district that includes Starbucks, Chipotle, Panera Bread, Five Guys, and 20+ other national co-tenants.
Why It Works
Ranked #1 Dayton — sustained over 9+ years
Fully absentee ownership with management team in place
1,240 sq ft lease; lean team
Significant untapped upside: hospital and university catering, extended hours, social media marketing, corporate breakfast accounts.
Ideal Buyer
First-time buyer, passive investor, or existing multi-unit operator seeking a proven, cash-flowing location in a high-density university market.
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