MLS® 1044229

Business for Sale — Lake Cowichan, BC

$249,000

1 CLS St, Lake Cowichan, BC V0R2G0

For SaleTurnkeyOwner-Operator
Restaurant
Type

Property details

Structured details

Ownership
Leasehold

Listing Information

MLS®
1044229
Listed
July 24, 2026
Time on market
52 days
Data last synced
September 15, 2026
Source
CREA DDF®

Description

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and consistently profitable quick food service business in the growing community of Lake Cowichan. This business has earned a loyal customer following and enjoys an excellent reputation within the community. This business offers an attractive opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking strong cash flow and a proven operating model. Designed to be easy to operate with minimal day-to-day owner involvement, the business benefits from established systems, experienced staff, and a loyal customer base, making it an ideal turnkey investment. This is a confidential sale. Business details, financial information, and the location will only be provided to qualified purchasers who have completed and signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement. Please contact your Commercial REALTOR® or the Listing Agent for a copy of the NDA. An excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, community-focused business with continued growth potential. (id:63159)

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Location

Local market size (Lake Cowichan)

Population
3,325(+3.1% since 2016)
Population density
403.5/km²
Median household income
$68,000

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
10.5%
Postsecondary below bachelor's
37.3%
High school diploma
34.0%
No certificate/diploma
18.6%

Population aged 15 and over.

Commute

Car, truck or van
82.5%
Public transit
0.9%
Walked
12.0%
Bicycle
0.9%
Other
4.3%

Commute duration

Under 15 min
30.8%
15–29 min
23.5%
30–44 min
25.2%
45–59 min
9.4%
60+ min
11.1%

Employed labour force with a usual workplace.

Mother Tongue

English93.4%
French1.7%
German0.6%
Punjabi (Panjabi)0.5%
Ukrainian0.3%
Dutch0.3%
Spanish0.3%
Finnish0.3%
Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino)0.2%
Polish0.2%

Top 10 mother tongues reported (single responses).

Nearby Places

Restaurants (4)

  • Shaker Mill · 72 Cowichan Lake Road182m
  • Lakeside Sushi · 78 Cowichan Lake Road199m
  • Jake's at the Lake · 109 South Shore Road456m
  • J&V Diner · 162 South Shore Road520m

Cafes (3)

  • River Cafe · 56 South Shore Road65m
  • Tim Hortons159m
  • Ed's Coffee House · 67 South Shore Road352m

Grocery (1)

  • Country Grocer · 83 Cowichan Lake Road276m

Shopping (1)

  • Fields193m

Parks (5+)

  • Central Park111m
  • Ts'uubaa-asatx Square318m
  • Forest Workers Memorial Park325m
  • Ohtaki Park336m
  • Riverside Park408m

Pharmacies (1)

  • Island Pharmacy · 138 South Shore Road458m

Nearby places data: © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the asking price for this business?

The asking price is $249,000.

Where is this business located?

This listing is located in Lake Cowichan, British Columbia.

How current is this listing?

This listing is sourced from the CREA Data Distribution Facility (DDF®) and refreshed nightly. It was last confirmed active on September 15, 2026.