Business Description

Long-standing independent optical practice in a stable Central New York community. Decades in the same location, loyal multi-generational patient base, built almost entirely on reputation and referral with minimal marketing spend. Full-service operation: eye exams, contact lens fittings, and a well-stocked frame and eyewear dispensary. Most major vision plans accepted. Two employees in place, including a part-time optometrist providing clinical coverage.
Growth is the story here. The practice currently runs on a part-time exam schedule — demand exists well beyond the hours the office is open. Clear, near-term levers for a new owner:

• Expand exam availability toward a full-time schedule
• Add medical optometry services (dry eye, diabetic exams, disease management) at higher reimbursement than routine vision
• Add insurance panels not currently accepted
• Modernize the web presence and add online booking — currently near-zero digital marketing

An optometrist buyer captures more. A licensed OD purchasing this practice would provide clinical coverage directly rather than paying for it, materially changing the earnings profile on day one. That upside is quantified for qualified buyers under NDA.

A buyer does not need to be an optometrist. The retiring owner is a licensed optician and doctor coverage is already staffed, so this also fits an optician looking to own, an existing practice adding a location, or an operator who wants an established book rather than a startup.

Priced at $160,000 with current seller's discretionary earnings of approximately $81,000. Equipment, inventory, and patient records convey. Seller will support a full transition.