High-Growth Security Service Firm in Cook County, IL with $522K ARR

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$400,000
Annual Revenue:
$517,000
Cash Flow / SDE:
$137,000
Profit Metric:
Cash Flow (SDE)
Valuation Multiple:
2.9x
Location:
IL, US
Source:
Date:
October 02, 2025

Key Highlights

High-growth security service firm with $522K Annual Recurring Revenue.
SBA loan pre-qualified and seller financing available.
Established niche in Illinois' cannabis dispensary security market.

Description

This is a high-growth security service business located in the Chicago metropolitan area, Cook County, Illinois. Founded in 2021, the company has rapidly established a strong reputation for providing professional, reliable, and highly trained security personnel. It specializes in serving a diverse clientele, with a significant focus on the Illinois cannabis dispensary sector, a market driven by state law requiring licensed security. The business boasts substantial recurring revenue, with $43.5k MRR and $522k ARR from long-term contracts averaging 2 years, ensuring immediate cash flow stability for a new owner. The company is pre-qualified for an SBA loan, and the seller is open to a portion of seller financing. The owner is willing to provide comprehensive transition support and may remain involved long-term if needed. The reason for selling is retirement. The business is non-franchise.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Security Services
Classification:
Service Businesses

Operational Snapshot

Year Established:
2021
Employees:
18
Reason for Selling:
Retirement

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Leased
Monthly Rent:
$650 USD

Assets & Inventory

Includes FF&E:
Yes

Broker Contact

Name:
Stephen Choi
Phone:
510-679-2464

Listing Details

Listing ID:
f6499c06-3ad9-46f7-b6ee-7c48c32d008e
Source Listing ID:
2419829
Deal Status:
For Sale
Last Updated:
October 02, 2025
Currency:
USD

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