Essential Service Businesses

Laundromats for Sale in Ontario

Coin and card-operated laundromats for sale across Ontario — semi-absentee operated, consistent cash flow, and essential-service businesses with recession-resistant demand. Equipment age, utility costs, and monthly revenue provided upfront.

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Why Laundromats

Ontario Laundromats — Consistent Cash Flow, Minimal Staffing

Laundromats are one of the most reliable small business models in Ontario. They require minimal active management, generate consistent daily cash flow, and serve an essential community need. With growing urban density and increasing numbers of apartment-dwellers without in-unit laundry, demand is strong and growing.

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Daily Cash Flow — 7 Days a Week
Laundromats generate revenue 365 days a year. Most operate 7am–10pm without owner presence, with attendants handling basic customer service 4–6 hours per day.

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Urban Density Driving Apartment Dwellers
40%+ of Ontario renters lack in-unit laundry. With condo and apartment construction at record levels, the addressable customer base for neighbourhood laundromats continues to grow.

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High Margins, Low Labour
A well-run laundromat generates 30–45% EBITDA margins with 1–2 part-time attendants. The automated revenue model eliminates most labour and customer service complexity.

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Card & App Payment Modernization
Transitioning from coin to cashless card/app payment systems increases revenue per visit by 15–25%, reduces coin-handling labour, and enables remote monitoring.

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Wash-Dry-Fold Add-On Revenue
Offering attended wash-dry-fold service (drop-off laundry) adds $3,000–$8,000/month in high-margin revenue with minimal additional cost using the same equipment.

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Recession-Proof Essential Service
People do laundry regardless of economic conditions. Laundromats performed strongly through COVID-19, the 2008 recession, and every previous economic downturn.

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Laundromats Available Across Ontario

Large Laundromat

High-Volume Laundromat — Toronto, ON

24 Washers, 18 Dryers • Card System • WDF Service • $420K Revenue

Toronto, ON$680K

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Mid-Size Laundromat

Neighbourhood Laundromat — Mississauga, ON

14 Washers, 12 Dryers • Near Apartment Buildings • $260K Revenue

Mississauga, ON$390K

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Laundromat + Dry Clean

Laundromat + Dry Cleaning Drop-Off — Brampton, ON

Self-Serve + Dry Cleaning Agency • Dual Revenue • $340K Revenue

Brampton, ON$480K

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Small Laundromat

Small Community Laundromat — Hamilton, ON

8 Washers, 8 Dryers • Coin + Card • Semi-Absentee • $175K Revenue

Hamilton, ON$225K

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Modern Cashless Laundromat

Modern App-Pay Laundromat — Vaughan, ON

18 Machines • App Payment • Remote Monitor • $310K Revenue

Vaughan, ON$520K

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Commercial + Self-Serve

Commercial + Self-Serve Laundry — Burlington, ON

B2B + Self-Serve • Hotel Contracts • $380K Revenue

Burlington, ON$560K

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FAQ

Buying a Laundromat in Ontario

The three major operating costs are: utilities (water, gas, electricity — typically 30–40% of revenue), rent (15–25%), and labour for attendants (10–15%). Equipment maintenance is a variable cost that increases with machine age. We review utility bills and maintenance logs for 24 months as part of standard due diligence to ensure the numbers are accurate.

A well-run laundromat with modern card/app payment and remote monitoring systems can be managed in 5–10 hours per week. Weekly duties include collecting revenue, restocking supplies, basic maintenance checks, and reviewing reports. Most owners hire a part-time attendant for peak hours, freeing themselves for near-fully-passive oversight.

Aim for equipment no older than 8–12 years. Commercial washers and dryers (Speed Queen, Maytag Commercial, Dexter) typically last 15–20 years with proper maintenance. Equipment older than 12 years increases repair and capital replacement risk, and may be approaching end-of-life for heating elements and control boards. We have equipment appraised before any offer is finalized.

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