Established turnkey escape room business operating since 2016 in Alexandria's prime Old Town tourism district. This award-winning entertainment venue features four immersive, themed escape room experiences in a professionally built-out 5,500 square foot facility. BUSINESS OVERVIEW: The business serves the Northern Virginia and Washington D.
C. experiential entertainment market with private escape room games accommodating 2-10 players. Current pricing at $39 per person generates strong revenue from diverse customer segments including families, tourists, corporate teams, birthday parties, and private groups.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE: • Annual Revenue: $225,000 • Cash Flow (SDE): $136,200 • FF&E Value: $75,000 • Strong profit margins with owner-operator model • Revenue tracking at $242,000 annualized pace through mid-2026 OPERATIONS: • Reservation-based scheduling system • Currently operates Friday-Monday (4 days/week) • Owner involvement: 30 hours per week • 1 part-time employee • Comprehensive monitoring and hint systems • Professional game installations and equipment included GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: • Expand to Tuesday-Thursday operations for immediate revenue increase • Develop corporate and government team-building programs • Strengthen partnerships with hotels and tourism operators • Enhanced digital marketing and social media presence • Gift certificate and membership programs • Private events and party bookings • Additional attractions in large facility space LOCATION ADVANTAGES: • Prime Old Town Alexandria entertainment district • Established tourism and dining area with high foot traffic • Lease through October 2026 at $6,400/month • Landlord willing to work with qualified buyer INCLUDED ASSETS: • Four complete escape room installations • Props, puzzles, and electronic systems • Monitoring equipment and technology • Reception and event areas • Website, brand assets, and phone number • Operating procedures and documentation OWNER SUPPORT: Comprehensive training program covering daily operations, booking systems, game hosting, maintenance, customer service, and business procedures. Transition support designed to ensure smooth ownership transfer. This turnkey operation offers an established customer base, proven revenue model, and significant expansion potential in a thriving market.
Perfect opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking an entertainment business with strong fundamentals and clear growth pathways.