Highly Profitable Well Established Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream store

Asking Price$550,000

Cash Flow
$146,814

EBITDA$146,814

Gross Revenue$655,388

Inventory$7,500
Included in asking price
FF&ENot Disclosed

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Highly Profitable Well Established Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream store


Asking Price$550,000

Cash Flow
$146,814

EBITDA$146,814

Gross Revenue$655,388

Inventory$7,500
Included in asking price
FF&ENot Disclosed

Business Description
This store is in a well-trafficked retail strip near Culver City Pacific Theaters and the Culver steps gathering area.
•       The current owners are absentee.  They manage the store with a team of employees and a resident manager.
•       This Cold Stone Creamery store makes Fresh Ice Cream and hand craft freshest Ice Cream Creations, Cakes, Shakes, and Smoothies using the best quality ingredients with proprietary Cream on the Cold Granite Stone.  They process online orders for Pick up or Delivery.  In Covid times the outside delivery services have significantly contributed to increased sales.
•       Exceptional Location in upscale demographics with low rent and good lease terms.  The current term expires January 31, 2027.   Buyers must get approved with the landlord/franchisor and execute acceptable lease terms prior to close of escrow.  Current owners have a sub-lease with the franchisor . Owners current rent per month including NNN is $6,676.16 (Base rent: $5,052.54).
•       Store has a 21 part time employees including FT Manager
•       Store is very nicely 5 star rated by the customers due to dedicated team of employees and owner’s passion to operate the store very efficient, clean and best of the customer experience on every visit.  Store operates under the globally recognized Cold Stone Creamery franchise, a division of Kahala Brands, know for its premium, handcrafted ice cream freshly prepared and customized on frozen granite slab.
•       The new owners shall receive 3 weeks of training by the corporate office as mandatory requirement.  Of which, 2 weeks are hands on at a local training store and 1 week is the computer training from home.
•       The Owners are very professional and dedicated but selling for personal reasons.  New owners has one-of-a kind opportunity to pick a turnkey well established store at very reasonably market value for a quick return of the investment.  It is a no brainer purchase as it is a rare opportunity in the market to find high volume high profit store with nice profit year over years especially with “absentee owner status”.
•       Signature product line includes customizable creations (like Birthday Cake Remix, Peanut Butter Cup Perfection, Chocolate Devotion, shakes, smoothies, cup cakes, pies, cookie sandwiches, and more.
•       High-mix flexibility and premium ingredients support high margins and strong brand loyalty. 
•       Customer Rating & Reputation:  Delivery app rating:  ~ 4.8 stars on Uber Eats., Local review averages:  Yelp shows around 3.6 stars from 150+ reviews with comments praising staff friendliness, flavor selection, etc., Trip advisor ranks it #3 of 9 dessert spots in Culver City (4.5 out of 5).
•       Strengths for Potential Buyers:  Strong franchise backing:  Benefit from Cold Stone’s proven national marketing, training, and supply chain.  Ideal location:  In the lively Culver City core with steady pedestrian traffic and visibility.  Multiple revenue streams:  Beyond ice cream – includes Cakes, shakes, delivery, catering, and seasonal promotions.  Flexible Operations and Operational reputation:  Staff recognized for responsiveness and accommodating customer requests. 
•       Turnkey Cold Stone Creamery Franchise in Culver City:  Prime location with high visibility near popular entertainment and dining destinations.  Fully operational with consistent delivery and dine-in-traffic.  Full product mix: ice cream, custom cakes, novelty treats, and catering ready options.  Established customer base with strong ratings on delivery platforms. 
•       Buyer Takeaways:  This is fantastic easy to operate business opportunity for savvy entrepreneurs looking for a well-established franchise with diversified sales channels and strong brand equity.  Its central location, strong delivery presence, and broad menu offerings make it an attractive. Investment for those aiming to tap into vibrant and dynamic Culver City’s dessert market.  Broker License #01511891
About the Business
Years in Operation
17
Employees
21 (21 Part-time)
Fully trained team members
Facilities & Assets
This well-established Cold Stone Creamery franchise is located at one of the most affluent and vibrant cities in Los Angeles County. With a loyal customer base, excellent foot traffic, and consistent year-over-year sales, this turnkey business is perfect for an owner-operator or investor looking to take advantage of a proven concept with strong brand recognition. Excellent high visibility location in the midst of large brand new development with premium retail, restaurants, entertainment and large plaza walking area, near famous hotel and a theatre.
Market Outlook / Competition
Store has been established for past 17 years and so it already has repeat client base and online presence with third party services. It is a popular brand with slim to none competition - in this affluent community. Excellent upscale demographics.
Opportunities for Growth
Owner operator can easily increase the store revenues with creative marketing and social media presence as well as making conscious effort to sell the product to the customers (on wheels) to nearby communities and/or catering to special events etc. Ice cream and ice cream cakes are most popular products that you can sell away from the location with ease boosting revenues and profit.
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Leased
Building Sq. Ft.
945
Rent
$6,676.00 per month
Lease Expiration
1/31/2027
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
Slow down in life for personal reasons.
Transition Support
Franchisor required mandatory training up to 3 weeks and seller will provide up to 40 hours of consultancy upon close of escrow.
Financing Options
Pre-qualified for SBA 7A loan subject to bank approval on buyer's credentials
Listing Info
ID
2420217
Listing Views
29

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