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Growing 100-Year-Old Business With Zero Local Competition

Cattaraugus County, NY, USA
Listed 94 days ago
Established 1924

Rare opportunity to acquire a sewing machine sales and repair business showing 14% year-over-year revenue growth through the first half of 2026, proof that this century-old operation isn’t just surviving, it’s accelerating. Established in 1924 and at its current location since 1947, the business serves customers across Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania. The business holds a true local monopoly: no competing sewing machine dealer or repair center exists within 50 miles, and customers routinely travel significant distances for its services. That position drives a durable recurring revenue stream of approximately 1,000 repair jobs annually, alongside new and pre-owned machine sales, trade-ins, parts, and accessories. Authorized Janome and Singer dealer status conveys with the sale, a meaningful barrier to new competition. Additional strengths include a loyal multigenerational customer base, institutional relationships, low overhead, and an experienced technician with decades of tenure committed to staying post-sale. No technical repair experience is required, existing staff expertise plus seller transition support covers it. Ideal for a sewing retailer or Janome/Singer dealer seeking territory expansion, a buyer wanting manageable low-overhead operations with recurring service revenue, or an entrepreneur with a retail or customer service background.

Employees

2

Real Estate

Lease

Expansion Potential

The new owner can expand the business in several key areas: E-commerce sales of new and pre-owned machines, parts, and accessories. Social media marketing and YouTube content targeting regional sewing enthusiasts. Reintroduction of sewing and quilting classes (former revenue stream). Expanded commercial accounts with schools, theaters, and alterations businesses. Online auction or marketplace listings for vintage and pre-owned inventory. Partnerships with quilting guilds and fabric retailers in the region. Extended business hours. Modernize back-office functions.

Inventory / Stock Value

$20,000

Reason for Selling

Retiring

Financials

Asking Price
$150K
RevenueMost Recent Year
$126K
Earnings (SDE)Last Reported
$17K
Assets Value
Undisclosed
Seller Financing
Not available

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