Decatur GA Neighborhood Market and Deli for Sale – High Volume – Profitable – Full Support & Training
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Kelly’s Market Decatur for Sale
Located at 308 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 30030.
Kelly’s Market is a family-run neighborhood market and deli in Decatur, GA offering fresh sandwiches, catering, wine and beer, THC beverages, and everyday essentials.
Fresh sandwiches, box lunch and breakfast catering, curated wines, specialty groceries, and one of Decatur’s most welcoming neighborhood markets.
On Premise Pouring License and Off-Premise Retail License.
Inside and Outdoor Seating.
Semi-Freestanding 4,000/SF
Free Parking for 22.
With approximately $1.8 million in annual revenue, a lease secured through October 2032, and
a team of 17 employees, Kelly’s represents a rare opportunity to acquire an operating
community institution at an attractive entry price. Gross margins have improved steadily — from
37.6% in 2022 to 44.6% in the first five months of 2026 — reflecting disciplined operational
improvements under current ownership.
The selling owner is retiring after seven years of building the business. The business is being
offered at a price that reflects honest, current performance and positions the right buyer for
strong returns as the operation continues its upward trajectory.
Fully equipped for deli and grocery operations — kitchen equipment, refrigeration, display, cases, and POS system in place.
Books and Records to be provided during due diligence.
Monthly rent $12,500 ALL IN.
Great Staff, Management Team, Owner Support and Free Training guarantees a flawless transition.
Kelly’s Market & Deli is co-owned by a father-and-son team. The father is the founding owner
and primary business principal, and is selling to retire. The son has managed day-to-day store
operations — staffing, vendor relationships, inventory, and customer experience — and will be
pursuing other business interests following the sale. Both owners are committed to a thorough
and professional transition to support the new owner’s success.
- Seven-plus years of community presence with strong brand recognition in Decatur
- Made-to-order deli with a loyal, repeat customer base driving daily traffic
- Diversified revenue across deli, grocery, beer & wine, catering, and specialty items
- Improving gross margins reflecting a clear operational trajectory
- Lease secured through October 2032 with cooperative landlord and renewal option
- Retirement sale — sellers committed to a full transition and post-sale support
- Up to 25% seller financing available to the right buyer
On-Hand Inventory to be purchased at Seller Invoice Cost runs $90,000 on average.
Priced at $295,000 w/Some Owner Financing Options Available
Our Story
Our mission is to carry forward the tradition of the neighborhood market—offering quality food, thoughtful products, and friendly service in a place where people feel at home
Kelly’s Market is built on a simple idea: a neighborhood market should feel like part of the neighborhood.
My grandfather, Vince Kelly, understood that well. After immigrating to the United States in 1963, he opened the original Kelly’s Market in Culver City, California. His store became a gathering place for the community—serving local families as well as actors and crews working at nearby Desilu Studios. It was the kind of place where people stopped in not just to shop, but to catch up, share stories, and feel at home.
After more than 25 years working in the food industry, I decided to follow in my grandad’s footsteps—some 55 years later and 2,000 miles away—by opening Kelly’s Market here in Decatur.
As residents of the Old Depot District, we wanted to create that same neighborhood experience: the spirit of a classic corner grocery, with a modern and welcoming feel. A place where you can pick up groceries, meet friends, grab a great sandwich, or discover something new.
Today, I’m proud to run the market alongside my son, Tanner. Having family involved in the business brings the story full circle and keeps us focused on what matters most—taking care of our customers and being a part of this community.
We hope you’ll stop in and see everything we have to offer, from everyday essentials to specialty foods. Try one of our sandwiches, pick up a bouquet of fresh flowers, or relax with a craft beer or a glass of wine. There’s plenty of free parking behind the store, and dogs are always welcome.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
— Sean
