Are you interested in buying a business in Cook County, Illinois?  Please view our Cook County, IL, Businesses for sale below, and if you would like more information, please fill out our electronic NDA on whichever business is of interest below. Also, please view our Illinois Businesses for sale.
Our businesses for sale typically have a net income of $250,000 to $10 Million. If you are interested in purchasing a profitable business in Cook County, please view our businesses for sale.
This is a reputable excavating company serving a 100-mile radius in the Chicago area.
Projects are very consistent and come through referrals and word-of-mouth since they have an outstanding reputation.
There are 23 very loyal employees (many have been there for more than 15 years). Well kept excavating machines are also included.
Very Turnkey: A new owner will not need to micromanage the projects since the employees manage the projects from beginning to end.
A new owner could easily take this business to the next level by simply adding a website and marketing campaign.
Their 8 long-term employees will continue in their roles, ensuring operational continuity.
The seller is retiring; however, he will stay on for a reasonable amount of time to allow for an easy transition. He is also willing to consult the new owner after transition to help grow the business even further.
The office building is 3,000 sq. ft. and a new owner can either lease or buy it at market value.
There are 33 pieces of heavy equipment which include 17 vehicles, 8 trailers, & several attachments & small tools. Total machine/equipment value is about $2.8mil.
PLEASE NOTE: Seller is only considering buyers with at least 5 years of construction experience.
Imagine stepping into a thriving label printing business that’s been the backbone of the Midwest for over 50 years. You’ll inherit something truly special – a loyal base of B2B customers who’ve been coming back year after year, creating the kind of steady cash flow that lets you sleep well at night.
What makes this opportunity exciting? You’re not starting from scratch. The groundwork is already laid with devoted team members who know the business inside and out. The current owner understands how important a smooth transition is and is committed to staying on to help you succeed – no need to worry about being thrown into the deep end alone.
 Here’s where it gets interesting for someone with your industry background: this business is perfectly positioned for growth. You’ll see immediate opportunities to expand services and capture more market share. The infrastructure is there, the relationships are solid, and the potential is waiting for the right person to unlock it.
The numbers speak for themselves – strong, consistent cash flow based on actual 2025 financials give you a clear picture of what you’re stepping into. This isn’t a turnaround situation; it’s a profitable business ready for its next chapter.
 If you’re already in the Chicago area or considering a move, this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for. The seller values industry experience and wants to see this business continue thriving under someone who truly understands the printing world.
 You’ll love the stability of established customer relationships combined with the excitement of untapped growth potential. This is your chance to own a piece of printing history while building your own legacy.
Well-established and nicely managed orthopedic practice operating in the same location for over 30 years.
Located in an easily accessible Chicago suburb, this practice treats various orthopedic conditions such as sprains, strains, fractures, and chronic conditions like arthritis and bursitis.
19 employees (5 providers) and a nicely updated 9,000 square foot leased office.
Most patients are from word-of-mouth and referrals, so marketing this practice will help grow it even more.
The seller will help the new owner to ensure a smooth transition and are open to staying on.
This business has an accepted offer. Please view our other Services Companies for sale.
This production Company, now celebrating over 30 years in business, is one of Chicago’s premier television production and post-production houses.
They have consistent sales averaging around $1.3 million every year. Their formula for success has been to do work at the highest level but keep overhead to a minimum. Â The company has 4 full-time employees: a Producer, 2 Directors of Photography and 1 Production Manager. The business also has a large network of exceptional freelancers who work as independent contractors and is debt-free.
The production company’s studio is in Chicago’s trendy West Loop neighborhood. They have long-time prestige clients like Oprah Winfrey, CBS’ 60 Minutes, The Big 10 Network, the National Association of Realtors and the Chicago Urban League. They have a roster of over 600 customers that it services. Their repeat business and reoccurring revenue are a testament to the focus on quality. They only get their business from extensive networking and word-of-mouth.
This business is infinitely scalable. Having a salesperson would be a great start but they are also able to create new shows and films internally. Its reputation in the industry is stellar and can leverage its brand to pitch shows/series to streaming services such as Netflix or Amazon.
They are selling the business to facilitate the co-founder/owner’s upcoming retirement. The Producer Owner is willing to stay on board for 6 months after the sale if needed to support the transition. He is also willing to work for the production company after retirement as an independent contractor.  The co-owner/ director wants to continue working as Director of Photography. The other two full-time employees are also committed to staying with the company after a sale.
This business has been sold. Please view our other Tech Businesses for sale and Service Businesses for sale. Contact us if you would like to sell your consulting company.
Award-winning boutique consulting firm for sale boasting over 21 years of successful business with Fortune 1000 companies, primarily in the USA yet with global reach. This is an opportunity to acquire profitable proprietary trademarked intellectual property including a validated assessment with over 10,000 data points that are recession-proof specifically geared toward the people side of change leadership and crisis management. Ownership’s keen focus on innovation and resiliency has resulted in a resumption of pre-COVID top and bottom-line numbers. Proprietary management technology that captures engagement data and provides ROI measurement has made the company’s offerings indispensable to many national and international clients. Other noteworthy points include:
An excellent turnkey complementary pre-revenue SAAS platform is included in the sale as is a transparent owner willing to assist in the post-sale transition.
This business has been sold. Please view our other Transportation Companies for sale and contact us if you would like to sell your trucking company.
Very well-managed Midwest transportation business that transports dry products for a variety of industries.
Turnkey with 6 employees and 24 owner/operator drivers. This is a home-based business.
The owner is not involved anymore and has a manager running the business. Owner has also incorporated the latest (and best) software and systems to keep the business running efficiently.
Seller will work with new owner for a reasonable amount of time to ensure a smooth transition.
This business has been sold. Please view our other Construction Companies for sale.
Reputable home remodeling and design business serving the Chicago area for 29 years.
Most projects are residential exterior and interior remodels. Because of their excellent attention to detail and great reputation, most of their business comes from referrals and word-of-mouth.
The seller is retiring and will stay on for a reasonable amount of time to allow for an easy transition.
A new owner could easily take this business to the next level by adding light commercial services.
Their 9 long-term employees will continue in their roles, ensuring operational continuity.
PLEASE NOTE: Only buyers with home remodeling experience will be considered.
This business has been sold. Please view our other Services Companies for sale and contact us if you would like to sell your employment testing service company.Â
This reputable Illinois testing service has been in business for more than 30 years and is the main testing service for most police and fire departments within a 90-mile radius.
Testing includes reviewing and processing internet applications, polygraph examinations, evaluations & assessments, and pre-employment psychological exams.
The new owner can easily market to additional police and fire departments in surrounding IL communities. Currently, all business is from word-of-mouth with no marketing.
If you are interested in selling a profitable business in Cook County with annual revenues of $700,000 to $250 Million, we offer a confidential consultation.
Please call our Cook County Business Broker, John Meyers, at (847) 533-7115 or fill out our easy form and submit it online today.
