781 Broadway Ave

Turnkey Gas Station, C-Store, Fuel Business & Liquor License – Only Gas Station for Miles!

Des Moines, New Mexico • Real Estate Included • Liquor License Included

A rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully operational gas station and convenience store with real estate, fuel operations, and a New Mexico Dispenser Liquor License all included in the sale. High Country Mercantile serves as one of only two fuel providers in the entire region, creating a near-monopoly position in a rural trade area with strong year-round demand from locals, ranchers, travelers, truckers, and seasonal hunters.

This is a true turnkey owner-operator or investor acquisition with multiple income streams and stable, repeat customer traffic.

Business Highlights

• Multiple revenue streams: Fuel, convenience retail, liquor sales, lottery, ATM, merchandise.
• Consistent financial performance:
• • 2025 EBITDA (Jan–Aug annualized): ~$122,000
  • 2024 EBITDA: ~$119,000
  • 2023 EBITDA: ~$122,000
• Fuel volume: Average ~33,000 gallons/month across unleaded, premium, and diesel.
• Clean operation with strong community reputation.
• Liquor sales add meaningful income and create a competitive advantage.
• Real Estate & Assets
• Fee simple ownership of the site.
• Monument signage on Broadway Ave with excellent visibility.
• Above-ground tanks serviced by Patriot Petroleum:
• • (1) 10,000-gallon unleaded
  • (1) split 10,000-gallon tank (5,000 premium / 5,000 diesel)
• Modern canopy, pumps, POS, coolers, shelving, and fixtures included.
• Well-maintained building with retail area, storage, cold beverage displays, and walk-in cooler.
• Additional acreage behind the store available, offering expansion potential (RV parking, truck bays, storage, new retail space, etc.).

Competitive Advantages

• “Only gas station for miles” — deep capture of local and highway traffic.
• Real estate ownership eliminates rent pressure and protects long-term margins.
• Strong rural trade area with consistent necessity-based spending.
• Liquor license provides a rare and valuable income source.
• Ideal for family operators, regional fuel operators, or buyers seeking stable cash flow with property ownership.

Growth Opportunities

• Add hot food / quick-serve concepts.
• Expand liquor and grocery selection.
• Utilize available adjacent land for RV pads, storage units, or additional retail.
• Enhance digital presence and local marketing.
• Add diesel-focused offerings for agricultural and trucking customers.

Reason for Sale

Ownership is retiring and seeking a qualified buyer to carry the business forward.