About the Business

Location: 735 Sturt Street, Ballarat
Asking Price: $95,000 (Walk In Walk Out)
Category: Café / Hospitality
Lease: Secure lease with residence included

Business Overview

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a long-established café located on Ballarat's main thoroughfare, Sturt Street. Successfully operating for 7 years, this business offers a rare combination of prime positioning, proven trade, and an exceptional lifestyle for an owner-operator.

The café is situated close to major hospitals, schools, and government facilities, benefiting from strong repeat trade and ongoing regular government catering contracts.

Key Features

Prime main street location with high exposure
Indoor and outdoor seating
Private courtyard
Fully equipped commercial kitchen
Recently renovated premises
Equipment serviced annually
Excess equipment in storage valued at approx. $65,000
Fixtures and fittings included (estimated replacement value approx. $95,000)
Two storage sheds plus separate waste storage area
Two on-site car parks

Trading & Lifestyle Advantages

Trades approximately 40 weeks per year
Closed 6 weeks over the Christmas period
Not open public holidays
No night trading
Ideal for owner-operators seeking strong work–life balance

Lease & Accommodation

Rent: $3,560.61 per month (including apartment)
Includes a 1-bedroom apartment with ensuite
Excellent value for a business with on-site accommodation

Growth Opportunities

Extend trading weeks and operating hours
Increase takeaway and catering services
Further leverage existing government and institutional relationships
Significant upside with minimal additional capital investment
Opportunity to begin using delivery services such as uber eats, skip etc...

Summary

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established café with solid foundations, excellent lifestyle benefits, and substantial growth potential in a tightly held Ballarat location.

Inspection is highly recommended. Confidential enquiries invited.