• BusinessFinder Editorial Team
• June 9, 2025

Running Shop for Sale in Dubai: Listings, Prices and Checks (2026)

Short answer: Running shops for sale in Dubai are listed on BusinessFinder.me. Examples include flower, gift, mobile, pet and coffee shops in areas such as Al Karama, Bur Dubai, Deira, Mirdif, Palm Jumeirah and Al Jaddaf. Current asking prices range from about AED 80,000 to AED 2,500,000. A running shop comes with a licence, a lease, stock and customers, so check that all four transfer to you, and verify the sales before you pay.

Which running shops are for sale in Dubai right now?

Live listings today (updated automatically, newest first). Open a listing to see the asking price, photos and the seller’s contact:

• Optical retail shop for sale in Dubai Al Barsha 1 (Al Barsha 1, Al Barsha, Dubai,)
• Butchery Shop for Sale in Al Jaddaf, Dubai (Azurite Tower, Al Jaddaf, Dubai, UAE)
• Established pet shop and grooming business for sale in Dubai (Uptown Mirdif, Mirdif, Dubai, UAE)
• Mobile phone and accessories shop for sale in Dubai (Al Souk Al Kabeer (Al Fahidi),)
• Profitable auto repair tyre shop for sale in Dubai (Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Al)
• Well running flower shop for sale in Dubai (Al Karama, Dubai, UAE)
• Running gift shop for sale in Dubai (Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE)
• Shop for sale in karama Dubai (Al Karama, Dubai, UAE)

Compare current cafeteria listings in Dubai before you decide.

See all businesses for sale. For groceries, see baqala for sale in Dubai and supermarket for sale. You can also browse this running grocery store for sale in the UAE.

What is a “running shop” and why buy one?

A running shop is a trading business that is already open, with a valid licence, a lease, fit-out, stock, staff and regular customers. Buying one means: See the hardware shop for sale guide for prices and checks.

• Faster start: you can trade from day one instead of waiting for licensing and fit-out.
• Known numbers: you can check real sales instead of relying on forecasts.
• Existing customers: regulars, suppliers and sometimes online accounts come with the shop.

The trade-off is that you pay for goodwill (the value of the location and customers) on top of the equipment and stock.

What should I check before buying a running shop?

Check	What to look for
Trade licence	Valid DET or free zone licence, the activities match what the shop sells, and the expiry date
Lease (Ejari)	Rent, service charges, remaining term, renewal terms and the landlord’s consent to transfer
Sales	POS reports, bank statements and VAT returns for 6 to 12 months
Stock	Joint count on handover day, valued at cost; exclude expired or damaged items
Staff	Contracts, visas, salaries owed and end-of-service gratuity
Liabilities	Supplier balances, post-dated cheques, fines and unpaid utility bills (DEWA)
Approvals	Any sector approvals (food, pets, health) and whether they transfer

How are running shops priced in Dubai?

Prices usually combine three parts:

1. Fit-out and equipment (shelving, counters, fridges, POS)
2. Stock at cost, often added on top of the asking price
3. Goodwill for the location, lease and customers, which should be supported by verified profit

Ask the seller whether the asking price includes stock. Compare the total with what it would cost to open a similar shop from scratch, and estimate how long the verified monthly profit would take to pay it back.

Which areas are good for a shop in Dubai?

There is no single best area. Older trading areas such as Al Karama, Bur Dubai and Deira have high footfall and lower rents. Newer communities and malls have higher spending customers but higher rents and service charges. Match the shop type to the area: a mobile shop needs foot traffic, a pet shop needs nearby villas and families, and a gift or flower shop benefits from offices and hotels nearby. Phone and accessories outlets are a common running shop; our checklist for buying a mobile phone shop for sale covers stock and supplier checks. Compare current cafeteria listings in Deira, Dubai before you decide.

How do I buy a running shop step by step?

1. Shortlist shops and visit at different times of day.
2. Sign an MoU covering the price, the stock and the timeline.
3. Complete due diligence on the licence, lease, sales and liabilities.
4. Get landlord consent and update Ejari.
5. Transfer the licence ownership through DET, or open your own licence.
6. Count the stock, then pay the balance against signed documents.

Our guide on how to buy a business in Dubai covers each step, and where to buy or sell a business compares your options.

How do I sell my running shop?

Prepare your licence, Ejari, sales reports and an equipment list, then post your shop on BusinessFinder.me with clear photos, the price in AED and the main figures buyers ask for: monthly sales, rent and staff.

Prices, guides and related listings

Key takeaways

• Running shops on BusinessFinder.me are currently listed from about AED 80,000 to AED 2,500,000.
• The licence, lease, stock and customers must all transfer to you.
• Ask whether stock is included, and count it on the handover day.
• Base your offer on verified profit, not the asking price.

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• Business for Sale in Sharjah: How to Find and Buy a Running Business

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find a running shop for sale in Dubai?

BusinessFinder.me lists running shops for sale in Dubai, including flower, gift, mobile, pet and coffee shops, with asking prices in AED.

How much does a running shop cost in Dubai?

On 19 October 2026, running shops on BusinessFinder.me were listed from about AED 80,000 to AED 2,500,000, depending on type, location and profit.

Is stock included when I buy a shop?

It depends on the deal. Agree in writing whether stock is included or added at cost, and count it together on the handover day.

Can I transfer the shop’s trade licence to my name?

In many cases, yes. DET handles changes of ownership for mainland licences. Check the activity and any extra approvals first.

What is the biggest risk when buying a running shop?

Overpaying for goodwill that isn’t backed by real sales, or a lease the landlord won’t transfer. Verify both before you pay.

Last updated: 26 October 2026