Asking Price: $138,000 | Estimated Annual Net Income: $49,241
An established vending route is available for sale in the Chicago, Illinois area. The business includes 12 vending machines and serves accounts in Chicago, Oak Park, and Glenview, with the seller reporting that all current locations are within approximately 15 miles of one another.
The seller reports average weekly sales of approximately $2,030, with estimated net income of approximately $945 per week, or $49,241 annually. Existing accounts include nursing homes, hotels, a fitness club, and a condominium building.
The route currently requires approximately 8 to 12 hours per week over two to three service days. The sale includes the vending machines, supporting equipment, some inventory, and seller-provided training. Two additional locations have been secured and are awaiting machine placement.
Route Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Asking Price | $138,000 |
| Route Type | Vending |
| Location | Chicago, Oak Park & Glenview, IL |
| Service Area | Current locations within approximately 15 miles of one another |
| Average Weekly Sales | Approximately $2,030 |
| Estimated Weekly Net Income | Approximately $945 |
| Estimated Annual Net Income | $49,241 |
| Machines Included | 12 total: 11 placed and one coffee vending machine in storage |
| Current Locations | Seven |
| Additional Secured Locations | Two awaiting machine placement |
| Typical Schedule | Two to three days per week; approximately 8–12 hours total |
| Training | Provided |
| Vehicle Included | No |
| Reason for Selling | Family caregiving responsibilities |
Established & Contracted Accounts
The route services seven existing locations across Chicago, Oak Park, and Glenview. The seller reports that the accounts are protected/contracted.
| Account Type | Location | Machines |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Home | Oak Park | 2 |
| Nursing Home | Oak Park | 1 |
| Fitness Club | Chicago | 3 |
| Hotel Staff Breakroom | Chicago | 1 |
| Hotel Staff Breakroom | Chicago | 2 |
| Condominium Lobby | Chicago | 1 |
| Nursing Home Breakroom | Glenview | 1 |
| Total Currently Placed | 11 |
The two Oak Park nursing homes are located within minutes of one another. A coffee vending machine currently in storage brings the total machine package to 12.
Schedule & Operations
The seller typically services the route two to three days per week for approximately four hours per day, totaling roughly 8 to 12 hours weekly.
Two locations have access restricted to Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Most other locations offer approximately 24/7 access, providing flexibility when scheduling service visits. Parking is available at all current locations.
The current storage/depot location is in Chicago’s 60625 ZIP code. Supporting equipment included in the sale consists of platform carts, storage bins, shelving, and some inventory. No vehicle is included.
Financial Overview
| Financial Summary | Amount |
|---|---|
| Average Weekly Sales | Approximately $2,030 |
| Annualized Sales Based on Weekly Average | Approximately $105,560 |
| Estimated Weekly Net Income | Approximately $945 |
| Seller-Reported Estimated Annual Net Income | $49,241 |
Financial figures are based on seller-provided information. Profit-and-loss statements are available for review. Weekly figures are rounded, so annual totals may differ slightly from calculations using the weekly estimates.
Prospective buyers should independently verify revenue, operating expenses, and net income, including how financing payments, taxes, and buyer-specific costs would affect their earnings.
Potential for Future Growth
The seller reports two additional secured locations awaiting machine placement:
- Chicago hotel: A guest laundry room intended for a relocated vending machine.
- Chicago fitness club: A location intended for the coffee vending machine currently in storage.
These placements provide opportunities to develop sales at additional accounts. Relocating an existing machine may change revenue at its current location, and future results will depend on placement performance, product selection, and servicing.
Purchase & Transition
The asking price is $138,000 and includes 12 vending machines, supporting equipment, and some inventory. Seller-provided training is available to help the buyer learn the machines, account requirements, and service routine.
The current owner has operated the business for approximately 2.5 years and is selling due to family caregiving responsibilities.
Inquire About This Opportunity
This Chicago-area vending route offers established accounts, a compact service area, a part-time service schedule, and two additional secured locations awaiting machine placement.
Please submit the NDA at www.TheRouteExchange.com/non-disclosure-agreement and identify route 800 – Chicago 12-machine vending route when requesting additional information.