Question 1

How much is a laundromat worth?

Accepted Answer

Laundromats typically sell for 2-4x SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings) or at a cap rate of 8-15%. A laundromat with $100,000 SDE/year is worth $200,000-$350,000 on the open market. Higher-value locations with strong CLEANBI scores, long-term leases, and WDF routes command 3.5-4.5x SDE multiples. Use WashBizHub's free Valuation Calculator to get a four-method estimate for your specific laundromat.

Question 2

What is SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings) for a laundromat?

Accepted Answer

SDE is the profit available to a working owner after all business expenses except the owner's salary and discretionary expenses. For laundromats: SDE = Revenue - (Rent + Utilities + Supplies + Maintenance + Insurance + Misc) + Owner Salary Add-Back. Industry average SDE margin is 30-45% of revenue for well-run, unattended laundromats.

Question 3

What is a good cap rate for a laundromat?

Accepted Answer

A cap rate of 8-12% is typical for laundromat acquisitions. Lower cap rates (6-8%) indicate premium locations with strong leases and growth potential. Higher cap rates (12-18%) suggest more risk — deferred maintenance, lease issues, or competition. Cap Rate = NOI / Purchase Price. For a laundromat purchased at $300,000 with $30,000 NOI, the cap rate is 10%.

Question 4

Does the Laundromat Valuation Calculator require an account?

Accepted Answer

No. The WashBizHub Laundromat Valuation Calculator is completely free with no account required. Enter your annual revenue, operating expenses, and select your market tier to get instant valuations using all four methods: SDE Multiple, Cap Rate, Revenue Multiple, and Asset-Based.

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