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Home Day Care Center Business Newark, CA

Newark, CA

Home based day care for sale in Newark, CA. The area is known for its friendly community atmosphere and balance of peaceful living with accessibility to dining, recreation, and employment centers....

$140,000

$140,000

Amazing Opportunity to step into a Profitable Center

Somerset County, NJ

Well-known Childcare Franchisee in the area...

$4,300,000

$4,300,000

Cash Flow: $780,000

Day Care & Real Estate

Middlesex County, NJ

The Real Estate is zoned R-3 and located in a residential area. Other than a Day Care Center operator the new buyer may need to apply for a variance. May be suitable for professional office usage...

$899,000

$899,000

Turn-Key Child Care & Learning Center for sale

Melrose, FL

Are you looking for a well-established childcare and learning facility with real estate included? This center has been operating for over 40 years, and it occupies 4,356 SF on a 1.5 (MOL) acre lot...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $108,035

Established Profitable Child Day Care Center

Bakersfield, CA

Well-established, licensed childcare center in Bakersfield, CA, known for its flexible scheduling and strong reputation in the community. Specializing in accommodating the needs of today's busy...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $208,514

Walk in childcare

Washington

Unlike traditional childcare centers that require advance reservations, our playcare facility offers a convenient walk-in model—perfect for parents seeking short-term care on the go. Children enjoy a...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $207,387

Childcare Facility - Huge Potential Broward

Hollywood, FL

Back on the Market: Your Turnkey Childcare Opportunity Awaits! Fully operational facility in a high-demand area of Broward County. Priced significantly below the cost of building a new center from the...

$350,000

$350,000

Daycare Center with Real Estate

Calhoun, GA

This is an opportunity to purchase a profitable, established day care center and the real estate. This daycare center provides 1st class service to the community and committed to the well-being and...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Established Preschool with Growth Potential in Broward County

Broward County, FL

Well-regarded preschool in a desirable Southeast Broward County location. Licensed for over 75 children, the school features fully equipped classrooms and an established curriculum. With ample room...

$199,000

$199,000

Newly Renovated, Successful Daycare #989

Rolla, MO

Imagine yourself owning a thriving childcare center that practically runs itself. This newly renovated daycare and learning center in Rolla, Missouri has built something special - a trusted place...

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $365,950

East Texas Child Care Center | Business + Real Estate Included - $485k

Jasper County, TX

Turnkey child care center with real estate included in Deep East Texas. This 3,500+ sq. ft. purpose-built facility sits on ~2 acres with 6 classrooms, restrooms, and outdoor play areas. The sale...

$485,000

$485,000

Turn Key Childcare Center

Ralston, NE

Turn Key Childcare Center - Established Day Care Business in Ralston, NE This well-established childcare center presents an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking a profitable, turnkey...

$435,000

$435,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Preschool Center - Well Established and Profitable

Santa Clara County, CA

Preschool center for sale in Santa Clara County. Profitable, organized and well established preschool center serving the community for three decades. This preschool is centrally located in a great...

$1,195,000

$1,195,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Saratoga Springs, UT

$150,000 - Saratoga Springs, UT

$150,000

Saratoga Springs, UT

Preschool Center - Profitable in a Great Neighborhood

Santa Clara County, CA

Profitable, turn-key preschool center for sale in a highly desirable neighborhood in Santa Clara County. This well established preschool center features spacious, clean and well organized classrooms....

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Established preschool with infant license and staff - turnkey

Middlesex County, MA

Well-established preschool serving infants through preschoolers (ages 6 weeks - 5 years). This center has been operating for 40+ years across all owners. -Licensed capacity for 22 children, currently...

$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Joe Alter

Sunbelt Business Brokers of Naples, Sarasota and Ft. Myers

Serving Collier County, FL

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Large Franchise - Profit Potential

Orange County, NY

There is an excellent profit potential for the active buyer. The center is for a buyer who prefers the benefits of owning a leading franchise in the childcare space. This center is best suited for the...

$425,000

$425,000

Licensed, Full?Service Childcare & Early Education Center N1025

Wisconsin

• Licensed for full-service care, from infants to school-aged children • Experienced and certified staff, including CPR/First Aid training and continuing education • Offering Transportation, meals,...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $286,144

Childcare Center for Sale – Monmouth County

Monmouth County, NJ

Center Highlights - Licensed Capacity: 62 children (Infant–13 years) - Current Enrollment: 23 children - Facility Size: ~2,400 sq. ft. across 2 spaces in retail plaza - Lease: $4,500/month | 5 years...

$340,000

$340,000

Expansion Opportunity at RE Value - Preschool at $1.49 Mn

Denton County, TX

Great Opportunity to purchase this Existing and Operating Preschool at the Real Estate Value only. Over 9,000 sqft building at $1.49 Mn. Existing Business comes with the Real Estate. Over 50 students...

$1,499,000

$1,499,000

Three Successful Southern WI Preschools For Sale!

Dane County, WI

Established Childcare Business Portfolio - Three Successful Preschools in Growing Dane County Market This exceptional opportunity features three well-established preschool centers operating in one of...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

EBITDA: $600,000

Popular Philadelphia Daycare

Philadelphia, PA

his Highly-regarded childcare and early education center has been serving Children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age and serving the community since 1981 with the present owner since 1995. They have...

$1,025,000

$1,025,000

Cash Flow: $416,170

$1.6 million and growing - Upscale childcare Center in Omaha

Sarpy County, NE

This premier Child Care and Learning Facility in an upscale Omaha suburb is a wonderful opportunity for an aspiring and growth-minded business owner, even those who prefer a semi-absentee ownership...

$300,000

$300,000

Fully Staffed Childcare Center

Passaic County, NJ

The center has been an important part of the community for over 10 years and is head and shoulders above its competitors. The center has a full complement of seasoned, well-qualified staff. The center...

$750,000

$750,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Canton, OH

$150,000 - Canton, OH

$150,000

Canton, OH

Well-known Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice - Private Pay

Orange County, CA

This well-established pediatric therapy practice has been serving the community for almost two decades, providing a holistic approach to child development through occupational therapy. With an...

$270,000

$270,000

Cash Flow: $124,339

Profitable Language Immersion Center with RE in Williamson County

Williamson County, TX

Opportunity to Own a Language Immersion Center in Williamson County, Austin Metroplex This 2,000+ sq. ft. childcare facility is situated on a 0.4+ acre lot and features six classrooms, four bathrooms,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Proven , Established and Stable Day Care for Sale

Chicago, IL

Huge Day Care A Must See...

$3,800,000

$3,800,000

Cash Flow: $610,000

Turnkey Preschool & Daycare | Profitable Operation + 160-Child Lic.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Dixon, CA

Established Child Care Center with Real Estate and Expansion Parcel This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational preschool and child care center located in a growing residential corridor...

$5,456,131

$5,456,131

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fully operating Day Care and Early Childhood Center

Cook County, IL

Fully Licensed and newly Remodeled Day Care / Early Childhood Center with over 45 Children enrolled. Looking for a Partner in the business who can also operate the business. $50,000 Buy-in Operator...

$50,000

$50,000

35 years established,owner absentee Child care center in South Houston

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Houston, TX

This fully staffed, absentee-owned daycare is a trusted staple in a family-friendly, high-demand area. Located near booming residential communities, it's perfectly positioned for continued enrollment...

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

Cash Flow: $556,436

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Thriving Montessori School with Expansion Potential – Miami, FL

Miami-Dade County, FL

With licensing for over 100 children and strong revenue potential, this long-established Montessori school is located in one of Miami’s most desirable neighborhoods. Fully equipped with authentic...

$599,000

$599,000

Established Day Care for Sale in Connecticut

Fairfield County, CT

LISTING ID # 36836 Are you rushing out the door to get the kids off to school and daycare? For thousands of families, this trusted daycare center has been the solution since 1989. Now, this...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $92,000

Preschool on the busiest Miami street in upscale South Miami/Pinecrest

Miami, FL

With a 118-child capacity and an income potential of $350,000 per year, this beautifully designed, fully furnished and long established preschool/daycare is strategically located on the busiest street...

$595,000

$595,000

Exceptional Preschool Including Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Texas

We are selling a preschool located in the Rockwall and Rowlett area. This school accepts students from 6 weeks of age through school age with an after-school program. They are a 4-star status with...

$4,200,000

$4,200,000

Cash Flow: $477,765

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Clay, NY

$150,000 - Clay, NY

$150,000

Clay, NY

01063--PA Highly Successful Childcare Center For Sale-$3.788M Revenue

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Philadelphia County, PA

01063--PA*****Experienced Non-Owner Management Team in Place.*****Long-term, successful track record.*****Solidly profitable with room to materially improve margins (EBITDA).*****Owner is...

$5,125,000

$5,125,000

Cash Flow: $258,185

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

01301--NC Highly Rated, Well-Established Childcare Center for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

North Carolina

01301--NC*****Non-Owner management team in place to handle daily operations.*****Highly profitable with no grant funds included in EBITDA.*****Room for growth without expanding facility.*****Owner...

$2,430,000

$2,430,000

Cash Flow: $374,853

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

01300--WI Successful, Profitable Childcare Center Available.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Wisconsin

01300--WI*****Located less than an hour drive from Milwaukee.*****Seller planning to retire.*****Non-Owner Director in place to oversee daily operations.*****Highly rated*****Staple in...

$1,004,000

$1,004,000

Cash Flow: $145,491

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Absentee Ownership Possible - Day Care

St. Charles County, MO

Absentee Ownership Possible. Our mission is to provide high-quality child care services that promote child development and growth. We strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $219,020

01299-NV Buy This Long-Term Successful Childcare At Only 1.99 X EBITDA

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Nevada

01299--NV*****Fast growing area.*****Great location close to shopping, restaurants, schools, entertainment...etc.*****Primarily private pay clientele.*****Well maintained facility*****Clean...

$1,357,000

$1,357,000

Cash Flow: $166,647

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Well-Established Private Preschool in Prime Broward County Location

Broward County, FL

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing private preschool located in an affluent, family-oriented area of Broward County. This boutique early learning center has served the community for...

$469,000

$469,000

2 Award-Winning Childcare Business for Sale – Fully Turnkey

Fort Collins, CO

This premier, award-winning childcare provider operates two thriving locations in a highly sought-after market. Both locations offer a fully turnkey operation, making this a plug-and-play investment...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Cash Flow: $590,145

Established Childcare Center - Business and Real Estate - Orlando

Orlando, FL

Here is a great owner-user opportunity for sale in Orlando, FL that offers upside in enrollment. The site has been successfully operational for over 35 years and has a fantastic reputation in the...

$3,887,400

$3,887,400

David Miller

Comprehensive Business Brokers, LLC

Serving Monroe County, IN

At Comprehensive Business Brokers we’re the place where everyone’s story is worth hearing and where hard work and dreams receive the respect and care they deserve. Where we pull out all the stops on resources, experience and most importantly trust so that we not only get the job done, but give you the confidence that your best interests are in good hands. Because like you, we’re independent business people and believe that providing honest guidance leads to our client’s success.

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Established Childcare Center - Business and Real Estate - Bentonville

Bentonville, AR

Here is a great owner-user opportunity for sale in Bentonville, AR, that offers upside in enrollment. The site has been successfully operational for over 35 years and has a fantastic reputation in the...

$4,004,650

$4,004,650

Preschool Business For Sale Windsor, CA

Windsor, CA

Situated down a quiet lane off Mark West Station Road near Kay Drive, the property is well-shielded from traf?c and neighbors, lending a peaceful, nature-rich environment for young children .The site...

$2,938,000

$2,938,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Kansas City, MO

$150,000 - Gladstone, MO

$150,000

Gladstone, MO

Preschool For Sale Powell, Ohio

Powell, OH

Situated in Powell’s established commercial strip on North Liberty Road. It benefits from strong visibility, a family-oriented neighborhood, and convenient access to schools and services. Licensed for...

$950,000

$950,000

Preschool Business For Sale Santa Clara, CA

Santa Clara, CA

Preschool Business For Sale Santa Clara, CA (Half Day Program Along With Afterschool) Highly visible location along one of the busiest retail corridors in Santa Clara. Positioned near major shopping...

$500,000

$500,000

Profitable Bonita-Naples Preschool/Daycare with huge profit potential

Lee County, FL

With 135-child capacity and an income potential of $350,000 per year, this beautifully designed and fully furnished preschool/daycare is strategically located on Hwy 41 (Tamiami Trail) and a major...

$90,000

$90,000

Profitable and Growing Learning Center/Play Center in Hudson County

Hudson County, NJ

For Sale: preschool and play center Largest indoor play space for children's parties and activities in this great hudson County town!, serving families, preschools, camps, and community groups. This...

$399,000

$399,000

Day Care & Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Kendall Park, NJ

The Real Estate is zoned R-3 and located in a residential area. Other than a Day Care Center operator the new buyer may need to apply for a variance. May be suitable for professional office usage The...

$899,000

$899,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Sunflower Kids Daycare Center/Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage, AK

Licensed childcare & early education center committed to providing a safe, nurturing, & stimulating environment for children aged 19 mos to 8 yrs. The center has built a strong reputation in the...

$388,000

$388,000

Profitable Preschool – Over 25 Years of Success – Prime Suffolk County

Suffolk County, NY

Convenient, Shorter Hours with Strong Revenue: Operating from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, this preschool offers a streamlined schedule that appeals to families seeking quality care without extended hours....

$595,000

$595,000

Buy or Sell a Day Care or Child Care Business

The U.S. childcare industry is a $50+ billion market and grows every year. This growth is driven by several factors, including increased participation of women in the workforce, rising parental awareness about early childhood education, and the prevalence of dual-income households.

If you are in the market to buy or sell a day care or childcare business, it’s important to understand how these businesses perform financially, and how they are valued in the business for sale market. To help you get started, we have aggregated data from childcare business for sale listings to surface typical financials as well as revenue and earnings multiples based on asking prices. These values can provide relevant context when evaluating individual businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

352

Median Asking Price  

$575,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$683,207

Median Reported Earnings  

$200,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


Day Care and Child Care Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.57

2.16

Median

0.93

3.17

Upper Quartile

1.96

4.36

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


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Day Care & Child Care Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a childcare business?

Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a childcare business is $575,000.

How much do childcare business owners earn?

Day care and childcare business owners report median annual sales of $683,207 and annual owner earnings of $200,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.

How do I value a day care or childcare business?

Valuing a day care or childcare business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among childcare businesses listed for sale range from 0.57 to 1.96, with the median at 0.93. Earnings multiples range from 2.16 to 4.36, with the median at 3.17. These values suggest the average childcare business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.93 times its annual revenue, and 3.17 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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