Minnesota Practice for Sale 

Sleepy Eye

Nestled in the charming, historic lake town of Sleepy Eye, MN, this respected optometry practice is a regional anchor for medical eye care, built on 45 years of clinical excellence, cutting-edge medical eye care, and old-fashioned hometown trust.

Located in the picturesque lake town of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, this practice has earned a reputation as one of the area’s first call for eye emergencies. It's trusted by patients, local ERs, and fellow providers alike. With deep community roots and high patient retention, it’s a rare opportunity to take the reins of a medically advanced, fully equipped, and deeply respected practice.

With transition support from the seller, this is a true walk-in-and-go opportunity for someone who’s ready to practice full-scope optometry in a town that truly values healthcare.

About the Practice

• Established in 1980 there's a loyal base of over 3,000 patients
• Prime Main Street location in a beautifully maintained 2,000 sq. ft. storefront
• 2 fully equipped exam rooms, over 400 designer frames, and an efficient EMR system
• Cutting-edge diagnostics featuring:
  • HFA 3 Perimeter with SITA faster
  • ORA – Tonometer that measures corneal hysteresis
  • Canon CR-2 Plus AF Digital Fundus Camera
  • DRS Confocal Fundus Camera – uses EIDON technology
  • Forum Integrative Software Network
  • Haag-Streit slit lamps with slit lamp cameras in each exam room
  • Cirrus 6000 OCT with full capabilities
  • Optos California Optomap
  • Epic 5100 refraction system
  • OPD 3 – Autorefractor/Topographer/Aberrometer - measures corneal and internal optical aberrations
  • Large screen review stations in each exam room to easily review results of the above high-tech imaging from anywhere in the practice
  • Plus, additional advanced imaging and testing technology
• Full-scope generational primary eye care
• Specialty emphasis in dry eye, myopia control, ocular disease, and computer vision
• Co-management and pre/post op care of nearly all types of eye surgery
• Known regionally for:
  • Cutting-edge medical eye care
  • Emergency eye referrals
  • Foreign body removals, trauma care, and complex ocular cases
• Long-standing hospital staff privileges and referral partnerships
• All staff is highly trained and have been with the practice over 35 years each and run a seamless operational system
• Recent third-party appraisal completed
• Opportunity to grow through expanded hours, optical dispensary, additional services, or satellite care

The practice is recognized as one of the region’s few providers offering after-hours emergency eye care which earns referrals from local and neighboring ERs.

Why Sleepy Eye, MN

Don’t let the name fool you. Sleepy Eye is full of life.

Set beside a picturesque lake and brimming with small-town charm, Sleepy Eye, MN is a hidden gem with vibrant energy, growing families, and a deep appreciation for local professionals.

With a friendly, industrious population of 3,600 and a regional draw from surrounding communities, it’s the kind of place where patients become friends, kids still ride bikes to school, and people know the value of great care and the person who provides it.

• Revitalized historic downtown with charming storefronts, boutique shopping, and walking tours full of rich local history
• Sleepy Eye Lake, a 3-mile half intown, half out of town lake perfect for fishing, water sports, lakeside picnics, a scenic wraparound trail, and a beach
  • Don’t forget ice fishing in the winter months!
• 10+ parks, including Veterans Park with a memorial wall and restored Huey helicopter
• Top-rated public and private schools, good natured, high-achieving, and polite children
• It’s a tight knit community of honest and hardworking people, having each other's backs and offering a true sense of belonging and safety
• Indoor hockey rink for year-round skating, the best waterpark in southern Minnesota
• A healthy, diversified local economy built on manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and retail
• City-owned medical center, with 5 physicians, 2 of whom were born and raised in Sleepy Eye
• Home to its own craft brewery with superb ambiance and excellent beverages, only three doors down from the practice
• A historic baseball field (Sleepy Eye's very own "Sox" Schueller struck out Babe Ruth here!)
• Can't miss year-round community events
• Located in southern Minnesota, it’s an easy drive from Mankato and Minneapolis-St. Paul

Whether you're moving solo, with a partner, or planning for a family, Sleepy Eye delivers a quality of life that you won't find elsewhere; rooted in tradition, community, and natural beauty.

Step into a well-oiled, deeply respected practice with:

• Built-in patient volume who value eye health and preventative care
• Reputation for medical optometry at the highest level
• Top-tier diagnostic equipment
• Low overhead and affordable cost of living
• A community that trusts and values your care

Ready to Learn More?

This is your chance to own a standout practice in a storybook town. Schedule a conversation today to step into a career of meaning, ownership, and lifestyle balance in Minnesota.

• Call/text: 402.454.7166
• Email: sskirry@thewilliamsway.com

*This practice is for sale by owner.