Business Listings

For over 25 years, this national brand has been creating fun and memorable experiences for kids, schools, churches and corporations.  With a long time presence in Central Virginia, this company has built a solid reputation for safety and reliability.  Sale includes over 100 pieces of equipment including inflatable bounce houses, water slides, and even a portable rock wall and mechanical bulls!  After a slight COVID downturn, business is booming again, and 2022 is projected to be the best year ever.  This is a high margin business and owners expect to make over $400K in SDE this year!

This super-fun, turn-key business runs like a well-oiled machine with the support of a national franchise brand.

Recreation / Bounce Houses; Rental Business / Rental Party Goods

Murphy Business Sales is pleased to offer for sale an extremely profitable stamped concrete specialty company serving Northern Virginia for nearly two decades.  This company works directly with customers to design and build custom solutions using unique and proven processes that other's simply can't replicate.  High demand ensures a full pipeline of work year-round, even in winter.  

This company is highly regarded in customer reviews and awards as one the best stamped concrete specialty company in the industry.  Fully staffed with jobs on the books, this is a turnkey opportunity for a new owner, or a profitable add-on for an existing business.

Construction / Contractor Concrete

Advertising / Public Relations

This company was well ahead of its time in offering flexible, Class A office space on a short or long-term basis.  With over 60 offices available, the company caters to working professionals who don't want to sign long-term commercial leases, as well as small companies looking for a small suite of offices.  Clients enjoy all amenities including high-speed WiFi and LAN, mail service, phone service, fully-stocked kitchen, and conference facilities, just to name a few.  Diverse revenue streams include "virtual offices" for those clients who need a physical mailing address and access to other services, but don't occupy an actual office.  Additionally, the conference facilities can be leased on an hourly or daily basis.

In keeping with the industry at large, this company is enjoying a resurgence after the 2020 economic downturn.  Located in a major suburban area, this company caters to those professionals who are tired of working from home, but no longer want to convene in crowded, downtown corporate offices.  The company just added an additional 3100 SF in 2022 and secured a new client for 5 years.

** Includes $360K of available Tenant Improvement (TI) funds! **

SEMI-PASSIVE BUSINESS:  The seller has created a low-touch business model and, with the assistance of a talented Assistant Property Manager on staff, works only a few hours per week. 

Real Estate Related / Renting/Leasing

Every once in a while, the opportunity to own a true landmark comes along!  Carytown Burgers and Fries has been a fixture in the Virginia market for over 20 years offering top-quality food and down-home service at affordable prices.  The awards and accolades are too many to mention.  

Like most restaurants, this business had to overcome challenges during the COVID 19 pandemic.  2020 cashflow was $239K.  It's important to note that 2021 cashflows are NOT indicative of this restaurant's normal performance as both locations were closed for 8 weeks due to staffing issues and major renovations including new HVAC and fire suppression systems.  However, as the communities emerges from the pandemic, customers are anxious to get back out to eat!  Both locations are fully staffed with strong General Managers in place.  This allows the owner to focus on business development, team building, and quality assurance.

This company also enjoys a strong catering business that is booming with 7-10 jobs per week.  This trend is expected to continue as companies and groups get back together post-pandemic.

This restaurant is in one of the coolest historic districts, with lots of visitors and great foot traffic.  Lakeside is a booming residential district with a loyal customer base.

This is a great opportunity for an existing restaurateur, or a new entrepreneur, to build upon an exceptionally strong brand that is recognized throughout. 

Restaurants / American Restaurant, Restaurants / Catering

This full-service auto shop is located in a booming suburban area in Central Virginia.  The shop offers all major services from basic preventative maintenance to advanced computer diagnostics and complex engine and transmission work.  For almost 25 years, customers have trusted this family-owned business for reliable and affordable auto service.  Employees include 3 ASE certified mechanics and a dedicated service writer.

This business also provides wrecker service and is on the county police call list for tow service.  This is a NAPA certified facility, and this is a huge customer draw.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced mechanic who is ready to go out on his/her own.  Step into a turnkey business with a loyal, growing customer base!

Automotive / Auto General Repair, Automotive / Towing Service

This certified laboratory specializes in the testing of drinking water and wastewater for residential, commercial, and government clients.  For almost 30 years, this small lab has built a stellar reputation for excellence in this affluent suburban Maryland community.  Over the years, this lab has provided testing for residential developments, schools, hospitals, office building and military bases.  

The company prides itself on doing the highest quality work that meets or exceeds rigorous Maryland standards for testing.  The 9 employees are experienced technicians who work in the lab and directly in the field.

This opportunity is ideal for the experienced environmental scientist or technician looking for a turn-key business in a booming region.  The seller is willing to train the new owner during an extended transition to ensure a smooth transfer.

Pre-qualified for lender financing (subject to full underwriting)!

Environmental Rltd / Environmental Lab, Environmental Rltd / Environment Testing

As the population continues to age across the US, the need for home-based, non-medical care has never been greater.  This home-based business is part of a national franchise that places qualified and vetted care givers into seniors' homes to help with everything from running errands to light housekeeping.  They do NOT provide medical services.  All customers are private-pay . . . no messing around with insurance companies!

Locally, this business has developed a stellar reputation throughout Central Virginia.  More than 40 qualified caregivers are deployed across two franchise territories to serve the needs of our community.  With the backing of a strong national franchise, this TURN KEY business with LOW OVERHEAD is perfect for someone passionate about helping seniors and making a real difference in their community.  This essential business showed double-digit growth, even through the COVID 19 pandemic!

This sale includes TWO adjacent, protected franchise territories in affluent markets.

Medical Related Biz / Non-Med Home Care

For almost 40 years, this flooring retail and installation company has provided quality products and services to the metropolitan Richmond market.  This company offers all types of flooring from hardwood to carpet, and even the latest composites and laminates.  The company uses experienced, trusted sub-contractors to provide the highest quality installation services at affordable rates.  Focused primarily on the residential renovation market, the company also does some small commercial jobs and works with General Contractors across the region.  Business is booming and jobs are currently booked 8-14 weeks out!

The sellers are ready to retire, but will work with the new owner to ensure a seamless transition.

Flooring / Hardwood Floors, Flooring / Flooring Products; Construction / Contractor Flooring

This small, independent book publisher has worked with new and established authors for over 35 years to bring the printed word to life. As a "hybrid publisher," the company publishes 30-40 titles annually through cooperative and traditional publishing arrangements, and offers a full array of self-publishing services. Seasoned project managers guide manuscripts through all phases of production. With no in-house printing, most projects involve digital print-on-demand, which allows smaller, tailored print runs when needed. This helps keep costs down while providing an affordable avenue for authors to have their books sold and distributed worldwide. Offset printing is an option for self-published authors/clients.

With a mix of 8 full-time and part-time staff, this publisher can provide a full suite of publishing services, from editing and design, to printing, marketing and distribution. 

This is a turnkey opportunity for the buyer with a passion for books who enjoys working with a creative, skilled staff and with writers of most genres. Having successfully weathered a downturn during the pandemic, the company is back on track for a strong 2022!  With contracted projects underway, a well-trained staff, and available training/support from the current owner, this opportunity is perfectly positioned for its new owner. 

Full details of this exciting business will be provided upon receipt of a completed Buyer's Package.

Publishing / Publishing