Modern Semi-Passive Vending Business – High Margins & Growth Potential

Established Charleston-area vending business focused on premium snacks, beverages, and healthier grab-and-go products through modern automated vending machines. The company operates multiple strategically placed machines equipped with electronic payment systems, refrigeration capabilities, and inventory tracking technology.

The business has experienced significant recent growth following the addition of several machines late last year, making current operations substantially stronger than historical annual financials may initially reflect. Q1 2026 performance indicates a current revenue run rate exceeding $90,000 annually with strong operating margins and limited owner hours.

The operation is intentionally lean and currently owner-operated with approximately 12 to 15 hours per week dedicated mainly to servicing and stocking machines.

Included in the sale is approximately $111,000 in vending equipment, inventory, and operational assets, creating a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator, semi-absentee owner, or existing vending company seeking expansion in the Charleston market.

Several immediate growth opportunities exist, including relocation of underperforming machines, expansion into additional placements, and scaling through additional vending or micro-market locations.

Buyer will be required to sign NDA prior to receiving additional business details.

Down Payment: N/A

Total Sales: N/A

Cash Flow: $70,000

EBIT: N/A

EBITDA: N/A

Accounts Receivable: N/A

FFE: $106,000

FFE Included: Yes

Inventory: $5,000

Inventory Included: Yes

Year Established: 2025

Days & Hours of Operation: Flexible

Owner Hours Per Week: 12 to 15 hours per week

Non-Owner Payroll: N/A

Employees: 0

Real Estate: N/A

Monthly Rent: N/A

Facilities Information:

Business operates without a traditional retail storefront and requires minimal overhead.

Reason For Sale:

Owner injuries and subsequent surgeries have made the stocking process difficult

Training & Support:

Seller is willing to provide transitional training and operational support to ensure a smooth ownership transfer, including machine servicing procedures, inventory sourcing, vendor relationships, software systems, and operational processes.

Potential Growth:

Significant opportunities exist for continued expansion through additional machine placements, relocation of underperforming machines, expansion into higher-volume locations, and introduction of unattended micro-market concepts. The current owner added several machines late in 2025, and current financial performance reflects a substantially larger operational footprint than prior-year financials alone may indicate. The existing infrastructure and operational systems create a strong platform for continued scalable growth.