Glasgow is not only a great place to live in but it has an abundance of opportunities that are just waiting to be grabbed - and you won't be set back more than £50,000.
You heard that right, there's plenty of businesses up for grabs for under £50k if you're looking to take on a new opportunity. There's loads to choose from whether you want to take on an independent coffee shop or try your hand at being a dog groomer.
We've found 10 businesses - in great locations - that are looking for a new owner and that could be you, if you fancy a change from your day-to-day life.
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1. Funkwhistle Cafe - 10 Clincart Rd, Mount Florida, Glasgow G42 9DJ
- Leasehold: £12,000
- Rent: £9,960
Key Features
- Offers Invited
- Currently Closed
- Fully Fitted
- Small Business
More information here.
2. Dog Grooming Business For Sale in Giffnock, Glasgow
- Leasehold: £20,000
- Rent: £9,500
The property listing reads: "Would suit newly qualified groomers as well as existing groomers, perhaps moving from a mobile or rent a table position, looking to open their own salon without the overhead and stress of shop fit out, equipment purchase and client base development.
"Based in the south side of Glasgow, this business is now established as one of the most reputable groomers in Glasgow with a well-established customer base, a waiting list for new customers and scope for expansion in the future."
More information here.
3. Nail Bar and Beauty Salon - Bridgeton, Glasgow
- Leasehold: £18,000
- Turnover: £150,000 (£2,885 Per week)
The listing reads: "This is a fantastic wee business for someone who has experience in this sector and looking to be their own boss!
"Newly renovated, this boutique salon is very stylish and upgraded to give a very relaxed and comfortable ambience, located in Bridgeton Shopping Centre and only a few minutes' walk from the local train station to Glasgow City Centre.
"The current owner is currently working to reduced open hours due to health reasons, great opportunity for further growth, rental income with a consistent and a loyal client base. Also the new owner can sub-let the beauty room with the extra income helping towards the monthly rent."
More information here.
4. The Hidden Lane Tearoom
- Leasehold: £45,000
- Rent: £23,400
The listing reads: "Attractive cafe in up-and-coming busy area of the south side of Glasgow. Great amenities close to Hampden in a fun, friendly neighbourhood."
More information here.
5. Little Wishes Baby Boutique - 423 Clarkston Rd, Muirend, Glasgow G44 3LL
- Leasehold: £17,500
- Rent: £8,000
The listing reads: "The Business Sales Agency are pleased to bring to the market this excellent opportunity to acquire a highly visible and well established babywear boutique in the popular and affluent Muirend area of Glasgow.
"Ideal owner managed business with low overheads. Annual sales of £60,000 - £70,000 with excellent gross and net profit margins.
"Bright spacious main road premises with no rates payable."
More information here.
6. Pop Wines - 305 Crow Rd, Glasgow G11 7BU
- Leasehold: £45,000
- Rent: £10,000
The listing reads: "Pop Wines is located in the affluent and sought-after area of Broomhill. The area is hugely popular and well-off residential neighbourhood to the west of Glasgow City centre.
"The Broomhill area as well as the Crow Road is well known for its eclectic mix of shops, cafes and restaurants amongst some of the most desirable residentials streets in the city close by. The area is approximately 5 miles west of Glasgow city centre but included in the larger Glasgow West End area.
"Glasgow’s West End is generally recognised to be one of the affluent areas of the city with a great mix of quality schools as well as some of most expensive residential streets in the west of Scotland. The Crow Road is one of the main arterial roads passing through Broomhill, the trading location of the business offers a highly visible presence in a retail shopping parade."
More information here.
7. L'Italiano Pizzeria Ristorante - 523 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G3 7PQ
- Leasehold: £30,000
- Rent: £18,500
"The listing reads: This restaurant is located in the Glasgow City Centre area and is a hotspot for restaurants, bars and cafes. The area has a good amount of footfall and is well within walking distance of Kelvingrove Park.
"The restaurant is fully fitted with a kitchen and state-of-the-art wood-fired pizza oven. The basement is has a seating capacity of up to 60 people making it ideal for parties and small functions."
More information here.
8. Authentic Lebanese Restaurant for Sale in Glasgow
- Leasehold: £29,950
- Turnover: £85,020 (£1,635 Per week)
The listing reads: "Now on the market is one of the first Lebanese restaurants in Glasgow, popularising Lebanese cuisine and bringing flavours from the Middle East to Glasgow.
"The restaurant offers traditional and delicious Lebanese dishes, with fresh ingredients and wonderful spices. Boasting over 162 with an average of 4.7*, this restaurant has established a stellar reputation for its mouth-watering cuisine.
"They offer to dine-in or take away, with delivery services also available. Additionally, the Lebanese restaurant specialise in catering services for private and corporate events and is Class 1.
"With a unique concept in a highly popular city, this restaurant is not one to miss."
More information here.
9. Very Popular Full Class 3 Hot Food Sit In and Takeaway
- Leasehold: £35,000
The listing reads: "Central Business Sales is delighted to offer to the market a stunning hot food takeaway with seating in a great location, with class 3 consent. The unit has been fully refurbished to a very high standard, with brand new equipment, fixtures and fittings. This turn key business is ready for a new owner to start trading straight away.
The current business offers a freshly prepared menu for sit in, collectioin and delivery including pizza, wraps, burgers, kebabs, chips and a kids menu. There is a good passing trade as well as a large delivery area. The business recently joined Just Eat."
More information here.
10. Wheat Cafe - 1121 Govan Rd, Glasgow G51 4RX
- Leasehold: £35,000
- Rent: £7,000
The listing reads: "Cafe in Govan with a loyal customer base. Located across from the largest park in G51 which hosts twice weekly an official ParkRun, various large community events and festivals. Near QEUH, Govan Health Centre and three large Housing Associations.
"With an internal capacity of 24 covers, the original sandstone walls gives the property a beautiful character. Large outdoor area for seating up to 16 covers. Open kitchen and bar area makes a great work space flow. There are two accessible toilets.
"Business would benefit from opening at evening and night time. Previously the business successfully operated as a pizzeria at night time which new owner could reintroduce."
More information here.
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