Excellent opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, family-friendly ice cream shop located in an affluent Fort Lauderdale area. The business occupies a highly visible retail location near popular restaurants that generate additional customer traffic.
The shop offers an extensive selection of more than 50 premium ice cream flavors, along with non-dairy, no-sugar-added and frozen-yogurt options. Additional products include shakes, smoothies, floats, sundaes, banana splits, coffee and beverages.
The business opened in late 2023 and has continued to grow as it becomes established in the surrounding community. Its whimsical décor, broad product selection and attentive service have helped it earn excellent online ratings and hundreds of customer reviews.
The store operates with part-time employees and experienced key holders who can manage daily operations. The current owner does not regularly work behind the counter. A hands-on buyer could reduce payroll expenses while continuing to grow sales. Financials are presented assuming an owner working 40 hours per week. 2024 financials are annualized based on June 2024 results.
The sale includes the owner-held registered trademark and associated brand rights.
- Asking Price:
- $135,000 Furniture / Fixtures and Inventory / Stock included
- Sales Revenue:
- $257,910
- Cash Flow:
- $76,011
Property Information
- Real Estate:
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Lease
- Premises Details:
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1,200-square-foot shop is located in a well-positioned retail center serving several affluent residential communities. The premises have been extensively improved and feature fresh, colorful and family-friendly décor.
The current lease runs through August 2027 and includes three renewal options. Monthly rent is approximately $3,263, including CAM and other occupancy charges. The lease is assignable, subject to landlord approval.
Business Operation
- Management type:
- This business has absentee ownership.
- Expansion Potential:
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Growth opportunities include expanded digital marketing, additional delivery platforms, catering, birthday parties, community partnerships, extended hours and loyalty-program promotions.
- Competition / Market:
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The premium ice cream and frozen-dessert industry is competitive but benefits from steady demand and repeat customers. This shop differentiates itself through its extensive flavor selection, attractive décor, affluent location, strong online ratings and established loyalty program.
- Reasons for selling:
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Approaching retirement age and is selling for health-related reasons.
- Trading hours:
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Monday-Sunday 2pm-10pm
- Employees:
- 5 PT
- Years established:
- 1
Other Information
- Support & training:
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Will train for 1 week @ $0 cost.
- Furniture / Fixtures value:
- $11,700 - included in the asking price
- Inventory / Stock value:
- $3,000 - included in the asking price
