Kilwins on King Street
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Established Kilwins franchise located on Charleston's iconic King Street, one of the Southeast's premier shopping and tourist destinations. This turnkey business offers multiple revenue streams from premium chocolates, handcrafted fudge, ice cream, and corporate gifting. Seller is pursuing other business interests, creating an excellent opportunity to acquire a nationally recognized brand in a prime, high-traffic location.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 1
- Employees
- 6 Part-time
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- The sale includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, signage, inventory, and operating assets necessary for continued operation of the business. Assets include chocolate and confectionery display cases, ice cream equipment, refrigeration and freezer units, point-of-sale systems, smallwares, furnishings, décor, branded signage, and existing inventory. The buyer will also benefit from the established location, trained staff, customer goodwill, and the rights associated with operating under the Kilwins franchise system, subject to franchisor approval and transfer requirements.
- Website
- https://www.kilwins.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Located on Charleston's premier King Street retail corridor, the business benefits from strong year-round foot traffic generated by tourists, local residents, students, and shoppers in one of the Southeast's most vibrant markets. While competing with other dessert and ice cream concepts, Kilwins' nationally recognized brand, premium handcrafted products, and unique in-store confectionery experience provide a distinct competitive advantage.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Growth opportunities include expanding catering and corporate gifting sales, seasonal promotions, strengthening partnerships with local hotels and event venues, and further capitalizing on Charleston's growing tourism market. Additional revenue can be generated through enhanced community engagement, special events, and targeted marketing initiatives to increase repeat customer visits and average transaction values.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $8,200.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/1/2029
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Selling the business to focus on another business and family
- Transition Support
- As part of the Kilwins franchise system, the business benefits from the marketing power and brand recognition of a nationally recognized premium confectionery and ice cream brand. Franchisees receive access to professionally developed marketing materials, seasonal promotions, digital marketing initiatives, social media content, email campaigns, and brand-wide advertising programs. Kilwins also provides ongoing support, proven marketing strategies, and promotional resources that help drive customer traffic, build brand loyalty, and maintain a consistent customer experience across all locations.
- Financing Options
- N/A
Listing Info
- ID
- 2512870
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