Established Smoke Shop with Exp Staff & Absentee Ownership Potential
Business Description
ESTABLISHED SMOKE SHOP – CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA
Established smoke shop in Crystal River with a consistent sales history, loyal customer base, existing staff, and established vendor relationships. The business offers opportunities for continued growth through inventory expansion, merchandising, marketing, and operational improvements.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
Reported 2025 gross sales of approximately $399,000, averaging about $33,000 per month. Monthly sales typically range from $31,000–$35,000, with stronger periods reaching $38,000–$40,000+.
Seller-reported monthly profit is approximately $12,000–$13,000 under typical conditions, with stronger months reportedly reaching $18,000–$19,000 before additional inventory reinvestment. Financial information is subject to buyer verification and due diligence.
STAFFING & OPERATIONS
The business currently has two workers, each working under 40 hours per week. The seller plans to retain one experienced worker and currently expects to remain involved approximately half the week.
The existing staffing provides a foundation for a buyer seeking to transition toward a more hands-off management structure. Staffing, compensation, and management requirements should be evaluated during due diligence.
OPERATIONAL ASSETS
The business includes the established retail operation, fixtures, displays, equipment, established vendor relationships, and approximately $60,000 in inventory, subject to verification and final purchase agreement terms.
MARKET POSITION
Serving Crystal River and the surrounding Citrus County market, the business benefits from established local demand and recurring customers. Continued performance is supported by product selection, pricing, customer service, inventory management, and location.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Potential growth opportunities include:
Expanding inventory and product selection
Adding higher-margin products
Improving merchandising and marketing
Strengthening customer retention
Developing a more structured staffing and management model
The seller believes monthly sales could potentially reach approximately $50,000 with increased inventory investment. This is seller-stated potential and is not guaranteed.
INVESTMENT OVERVIEW
Asking Price: $269,000
Approximately $399,000 reported 2025 gross sales
Approximately $60,000 inventory, subject to verification
Existing staff and experienced worker in place
Established vendor relationships and customer base
Potential to transition toward a more hands-off ownership structure
Seller to provide reasonable transition assistance and training
Financial documentation is available to qualified buyers following execution of a confidentiality agreement and is subject to buyer due diligence.
Suitable for an owner-operator, investor, or entrepreneur seeking an established smoke shop with existing staff and potential for reduced owner involvement over time.
Established smoke shop in Crystal River with a consistent sales history, loyal customer base, existing staff, and established vendor relationships. The business offers opportunities for continued growth through inventory expansion, merchandising, marketing, and operational improvements.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
Reported 2025 gross sales of approximately $399,000, averaging about $33,000 per month. Monthly sales typically range from $31,000–$35,000, with stronger periods reaching $38,000–$40,000+.
Seller-reported monthly profit is approximately $12,000–$13,000 under typical conditions, with stronger months reportedly reaching $18,000–$19,000 before additional inventory reinvestment. Financial information is subject to buyer verification and due diligence.
STAFFING & OPERATIONS
The business currently has two workers, each working under 40 hours per week. The seller plans to retain one experienced worker and currently expects to remain involved approximately half the week.
The existing staffing provides a foundation for a buyer seeking to transition toward a more hands-off management structure. Staffing, compensation, and management requirements should be evaluated during due diligence.
OPERATIONAL ASSETS
The business includes the established retail operation, fixtures, displays, equipment, established vendor relationships, and approximately $60,000 in inventory, subject to verification and final purchase agreement terms.
MARKET POSITION
Serving Crystal River and the surrounding Citrus County market, the business benefits from established local demand and recurring customers. Continued performance is supported by product selection, pricing, customer service, inventory management, and location.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
Potential growth opportunities include:
Expanding inventory and product selection
Adding higher-margin products
Improving merchandising and marketing
Strengthening customer retention
Developing a more structured staffing and management model
The seller believes monthly sales could potentially reach approximately $50,000 with increased inventory investment. This is seller-stated potential and is not guaranteed.
INVESTMENT OVERVIEW
Asking Price: $269,000
Approximately $399,000 reported 2025 gross sales
Approximately $60,000 inventory, subject to verification
Existing staff and experienced worker in place
Established vendor relationships and customer base
Potential to transition toward a more hands-off ownership structure
Seller to provide reasonable transition assistance and training
Financial documentation is available to qualified buyers following execution of a confidentiality agreement and is subject to buyer due diligence.
Suitable for an owner-operator, investor, or entrepreneur seeking an established smoke shop with existing staff and potential for reduced owner involvement over time.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Facilities & Assets
- Established smoke shop operating from a retail storefront in Crystal River, Florida.
The business includes:
Retail fixtures and displays
Equipment used in the operation
Established retail setup
Approximately $60,000 in current inventory
Established vendor relationships
Inventory is actively managed and replenished to maintain product variety and availability.
Specific equipment, fixtures, inventory levels, and other assets included in the sale are subject to verification during buyer due diligence and the final purchase agreement. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The business serves Crystal River and the surrounding Citrus County market, with an established customer base and recurring local demand for smoke shop and related specialty products.
The market includes competing smoke shops and specialty retailers. Continued success depends on factors including location, product selection, pricing, customer service, inventory availability, merchandising, and customer retention.
The business has demonstrated established sales volume, with approximately $399,000 in reported 2025 gross sales. - Opportunities for Growth
- Potential growth opportunities include increasing inventory depth, expanding product selection, improving merchandising, adding higher-margin products, strengthening marketing efforts, and developing customer retention initiatives.
The seller believes that additional inventory investment could potentially support monthly sales of approximately $50,000. This is a seller-stated projection and is not a guarantee of future performance.
A buyer may also evaluate opportunities to develop a more structured staffing and management model, potentially allowing the owner to reduce day-to-day involvement over time.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,700
About the Sale
- Transition Support
- SUPPORT & TRAINING
The seller will provide reasonable transition assistance and training to help the buyer become familiar with the business operations.
Training may include:
Day-to-day operating procedures
Supplier and vendor relationships
Inventory management
Ordering processes
Product knowledge
General store procedures
Listing Info
- ID
- 2550737
- Listing Views
- 14
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