Businesses for Sale in South Carolina

Browse 382 businesses currently for sale in South Carolina with an average asking price of $3.3M. Find acquisition opportunities across industries.

Active Listings
382
Median Asking Price
$550K
Median SDE
$155K
Median Multiple
3.4x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$3.3M
Average SDE
$274K
Listed in Last 30 Days
111
Added This Week
24

Median figures are computed over the 208 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 382 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Businesses for Sale in South Carolina

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May 9

Frozen Treat Franchise for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$595KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$141K
Multiple:4.2x
Why Buy

This multi-unit frozen treat franchise opportunity in the Charleston market combines the operational efficiencies of a proven franchise system with the growth potential of a high-traffic coastal metro. The franchise model provides buyers with brand recognition, marketing support, and systemized operations, reducing the execution risk typical of independent food concepts. Multiple units create scale advantages in staffing, local marketing, and supplier negotiations compared to a single-location acquisition.

Manager in Place
Apr 22

Leather Products Distributor for Sale in Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
$1.5MWholesale & Distribution
Cash Flow:$400K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This Southeast-based leather distribution company has operated for three decades, building a diversified model that spans both retail and wholesale channels supported by exclusive distribution agreements on select product lines. Proprietary inventory rights create competitive differentiation that standard distributors cannot easily replicate. Comprehensive operational software and a tenured workforce offer a buyer a turnkey platform with established supplier relationships and loyal customers.

Jun 10

Fedex Delivery Route Operation for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$1.1MTransportation & Logistics
Cash Flow:$320K
Multiple:3.4x
Why Buy

This Charleston, South Carolina FedEx Pickup and Delivery operation includes 16 contracted routes across a high-value territory with a mix of business and residential stops served seven days per week. Experienced managers are in place to handle the majority of daily operations, and the sale includes a newer fleet of 13 trucks along with scanners and tablets. Upcoming Express volume integration represents a meaningful growth opportunity for the incoming owner.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Sep 1

Specialty Furniture Retail Store for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$899KRetail & E-commerce
Cash Flow:$185K
Multiple:4.9x
Why Buy

This specialty home furnishings retailer has operated in the Charleston, South Carolina market since 2017, building consistent annual growth and a regional customer base spanning a broad geographic radius. The business occupies a large prime showroom and carries significant inventory, providing a turnkey retail platform with established vendor relationships and brand presence. Strong margins in the premium furniture segment and a differentiated aesthetic position support above-average unit economics for a retail operator.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 10

Established Growing Hvac Company for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$695KHome Services
Cash Flow:$150K
Multiple:4.6x
Why Buy

This South Carolina residential HVAC company serves a loyal customer base with a warranty program in place and over $500,000 in commercial work being turned away annually due to capacity constraints — a clear signal of demand exceeding current supply. Year-over-year revenue growth is tracking near 7%, and adjusted earnings reflect a business generating well above the nominal net profit. A buyer with capacity to staff up and pursue the commercial channel could materially accelerate growth from day one.

Growth TrajectorySticky Customers
Jun 9

Franchise Restaurant for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$1.6MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$700K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This top-performing franchise restaurant location in South Carolina generates strong revenue and cash flow relative to comparable franchise units, backed by national brand recognition and proven operating systems. With $700K in SDE on a $1.6M asking price, the 2.3x multiple reflects the operational efficiency and high margin profile of this location. A trained staff and loyal customer base make this an attractive acquisition for both owner-operators and investors seeking stable, branded restaurant exposure.

Sticky Customers
Jun 5

Pizzeria Restaurant for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$550KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$233K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

A New York-style pizzeria in one of the Charleston area's fastest-growing markets has historically generated over $1 million in annual sales and is currently producing more than $300,000 in annualized owner benefit. Favorable lease economics and strong repeat customer demand in a high-growth suburban corridor support a durable revenue base. Pizza's broad consumer appeal and the location's growth trajectory position a new owner-operator for strong returns from day one.

Sticky Customers
Jun 4

Creative And Digital Agency for Sale in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
$850KProfessional Services
Cash Flow:$95K
Multiple:8.9x
Why Buy

A full-service creative and digital media agency in coastal South Carolina has spent a decade building brands, producing content, and executing digital strategies for business clients, generating $143K in SDE on an $850K asking price. The agency's established client relationships and creative capabilities provide a foundation for a new owner to maintain existing revenue while pursuing growth through expanded service offerings or geographic reach. This is an accessible acquisition for a marketing professional or entrepreneur seeking to own an established agency with a proven track record.

Key Person Risk
Jun 4

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
$1.8MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$450K
Multiple:3.9x
Why Buy

This well-established beachfront restaurant in South Carolina's coastal Lowcountry region has built a loyal following among locals and tourists alike over more than 15 years of continuous operation. The business offers a distinctive dining experience anchored by a brick oven, outdoor patio seating, and live entertainment, generating strong discretionary earnings relative to the asking price. The seller's retirement creates a clean ownership transition with clear near-term revenue growth opportunities including brunch service and extended evening hours.

Retirement Sale
Jun 3

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$75KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$35K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

This fully equipped restaurant in the Charleston metro area of South Carolina offers a turnkey 2,700-square-foot operation at an accessible $145,000 asking price. The Charleston market benefits from strong tourism and a growing residential population that supports consistent restaurant demand. The business provides an affordable entry point into a desirable coastal Southeast market.

Jun 3

Cafe Restaurant for Sale in Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC
$300KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This cafe restaurant in the Columbia, South Carolina metro area generates approximately $60,000 in annual cash flow on a $299,500 asking price and has built a loyal customer following. The business offers a straightforward food service operation with consistent revenue in a growing mid-sized Southeast market. The accessible asking price and established customer base make this a practical acquisition for an owner-operator.

May 30

Licensed Daycare Facility for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$1.4MEducation & Training
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:11.6x
Why Buy

A purpose-built licensed daycare facility in the Charleston metro area of South Carolina is offered as a real estate-led acquisition that includes the operating childcare business, existing staff infrastructure, and a history of continuous operation. The transaction structure allows a buyer to acquire both the real estate asset and the operating business simultaneously, with the physical facility designed and permitted specifically for licensed childcare use. At $1.395M with $120K in SDE, this is suited for an experienced childcare operator or real estate investor seeking an income-producing property with an essential-services tenant.

Regulatory Risk
May 30

Iso Certified Industrial Fabrication for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$4.0MManufacturing & Production
Cash Flow:$100K
Multiple:40.0x
Why Buy

This ISO 9001:2015-certified industrial fabrication and manufacturing platform in South Carolina includes over $3.4 million in documented hard assets — real estate, machinery, equipment, inventory, and specialized infrastructure — in the acquisition price. The purpose-built facility is equipped to support a range of fabrication and manufacturing applications, making it particularly attractive as a strategic add-on or platform investment for an industrial buyer seeking certified capabilities and owned real estate. The asset coverage relative to the $4M asking price reduces downside risk for acquirers evaluating the deal on a hard-asset basis.

Retirement SaleHigh CapEx
May 30

Home Care Franchise for Sale in Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC
$1.4MHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$403K
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This non-medical in-home personal care franchise in the Columbia, South Carolina metro area operates two large protected territories under a nationally recognized brand with over a decade of continuous operations. The business serves seniors and adults with homemaking and personal care support, generating over $2M in annual revenue and $340K in SDE from a large addressable population base. Dual-territory scale creates operational efficiencies and a competitive moat that single-territory competitors cannot easily replicate.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryManager in Place
May 29

Independent Insurance Agency for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$675KProfessional Services
Why Buy

This dual-state insurance agency holding appointments in South Carolina and Georgia operates at a recognized performance tier with a 92% client retention rate and nearly $4 million in earned premium. Long-tenured clients retain at an even higher rate, reflecting deep customer relationships that provide durable recurring commission income. The multi-state footprint and strong retention metrics make this an attractive acquisition for an insurance professional or strategic buyer.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 29

Pizza & Italian Restaurant for Sale in Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
$249KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$58K
Multiple:4.3x
Why Buy

This pizza and Italian restaurant in the Myrtle Beach market operates at a below-market rent, providing a structural cost advantage that supports owner profitability. The coastal South Carolina market draws consistent tourist traffic alongside a year-round local residential base, diversifying demand drivers across seasons. Seller's discretionary earnings of $58,000 on a $290,000 asking price reflect a stable, manageable operation suited for an owner-operator.

May 24

Convenience Store for Sale in Greenville, SC

Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
$525KRetail & E-commerce
Why Buy

This unbranded convenience store and fuel station in upstate South Carolina includes the underlying real estate and generates revenue across multiple streams including fuel, in-store retail, propane, ATM, and firewood sales. The highway-visible location in a growing market provides consistent traffic and a broad customer base, while real estate ownership strengthens the long-term investment case. For a buyer seeking a combined real estate and operating business acquisition with diversified income, this presents a straightforward value proposition in a market with continued growth dynamics.

High CapExRegulatory RiskLow Margins
May 21

Fedex Delivery Routes for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$1.1MTransportation & Logistics
Cash Flow:$279K
Multiple:3.9x
Why Buy

This 12-route FedEx package delivery operation in northern South Carolina transfers with a full-time manager on staff and a fleet of 16 vehicles included in the asking price, free and clear. Higher-mileage suburban territories drive lower-than-average driver turnover, reducing a common operational challenge in the route delivery sector. The fully included fleet value and management layer make this a true turnkey acquisition with immediate cash flow.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueCustomer Concentration
May 16

Floor Restoration Franchise for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$130KHome Services
Cash Flow:$63K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

This home services franchise covers exclusive territories from the Augusta, Georgia area through the South Carolina coast, offering a proven sandless floor refinishing system recognized nationally. The business generates meaningful annual revenue even at part-time engagement levels, with a 41% bottom-line margin reflecting the capital-light nature of the service model. The broad exclusive territory and franchise support infrastructure make this an attractive entry point for a buyer seeking a flexible, high-margin home services operation.

Growth Trajectory
May 12

Window Treatment Franchise for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$1.3MHome Services
Cash Flow:$345K
Multiple:3.6x
Why Buy

This South Carolina franchise territory operates within a nationally recognized window blinds and custom coverings brand, representing one of the brand's most successful independently operated locations. With over $345,000 in SDE, the business combines the purchasing power and support infrastructure of a national franchisor with the economics of a high-performing local operator. The product portfolio spans shutters, draperies, and motorized smart-home window coverings, serving both residential and commercial customers.

Retirement SaleSticky Customers
May 11

Pizza Restaurant & Craft for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$850KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$292K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This dual-concept food and beverage operation in Colorado's Summit County combines a well-regarded takeout pizzeria with a full-service craft bar and private events program, generating approximately $292,000 in seller's discretionary earnings with owner cash flow growing 55% in recent years. The year-round tourist and resident market in a mountain resort destination provides demand stability across seasons, and the 2025 consolidation of both concepts under a single entity has improved operational efficiency and revenue potential. Consistent year-over-year growth with no down years demonstrates the durability of the business model in a high-traffic recreational destination.

Growth TrajectorySticky Customers
May 11

Dryer Vent Cleaning Business for Sale in Greenville, SC

Greenville-Anderson-Mauldin, SC
$95KHome Services
Cash Flow:$228K
Multiple:0.4x
Why Buy

This dryer vent cleaning business in the Greenville, South Carolina metro area generates $228,000 in annual earnings with low overhead, zero cost of goods, and high profit margins driven by recurring residential and commercial demand. The service addresses a safety requirement applicable to nearly all homeowners and many commercial facilities, creating a large addressable market with consistent repeat business. Route-based operations with multiple daily jobs per van provide an efficient, scalable model for a new owner willing to manage technicians and expand van capacity.

Growth Trajectory
May 9

Luxury Equipment Rental Business for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$115KEntertainment & Recreation
Cash Flow:$78K
Multiple:1.5x
Why Buy

This owner-operated luxury rental business serves resort communities, vacation guests, and seasonal residents in South Carolina with a fleet of premium late-model rental assets. The no-employee, no-commercial-lease structure keeps overhead minimal and enables flexible operation from a small storage footprint. The business generates growing weekly revenue with a fleet that carries meaningful replacement value in a tariff-elevated import environment.

May 9

Specialty Residential Contractor for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$99KConstruction & Trades
Cash Flow:$60K
Multiple:1.6x
Why Buy

This owner-operated specialty remodeling and repair business serves an affluent coastal South Carolina corridor, generating all revenue through word-of-mouth referrals with no paid advertising. The business produces a 54% SDE margin on growing revenue, reflecting premium pricing supported by a top professional credential in the trade. A buyer relocating to or already based in the region can step into an accelerating pipeline with a strong local reputation already established.

Growth TrajectoryKey Person Risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many businesses are for sale in South Carolina?
There are currently 382 businesses listed for sale in South Carolina, with 24 new listings added in the past week.
What is the average asking price for a business in South Carolina?
The median asking price for businesses in South Carolina is $550K, with prices ranging from $25K to $832.3M.
What multiple of earnings do businesses in South Carolina list for?
Across the 208 businesses currently browsable in South Carolina, the median asking price is $550K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $155K. The median asking price works out to 3.4x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
What industries are most common in South Carolina?
The most common industries for businesses for sale in South Carolina are Food & Beverage, Retail & E-commerce, Home Services, Construction & Trades, Professional Services.
Can I buy a business in South Carolina with an SBA loan?
Yes, many businesses for sale in South Carolina qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. SBA loans typically cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms, making acquisitions accessible for self-funded searchers.
How do I find the right business to buy in South Carolina?
Start by defining your acquisition criteria (industry, price range, location, and minimum cash flow). Searcher OS helps you filter through thousands of listings, analyze CIMs, and manage your deal pipeline from initial interest through closing.

Buying a Business in South Carolina

South Carolina offers a diverse range of businesses for acquisition, from established service companies to growing retail operations. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced acquirer, understanding the local market is key to finding the right opportunity.

Most businesses in this price range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, which covers up to 90% of the purchase price. Learn more about the acquisition process in our guides:

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