**Price Reduced- A Collector's Paradise - Sports and Hobby Store -
Business Description
Sports and Hobby Store - A Collector's Paradise
This thriving sports merchandise and trading card business has been serving Shelby County, Tennessee for over 30 years, building a loyal customer base and strong reputation as the premier destination for sports enthusiasts and collectors.
Business Overview:
Established in 1992, this comprehensive sports and hobby store specializes in trading cards and licensed sports merchandise. The business operates from a spacious 5,700 square foot facility, providing one of the largest merchandise displays in Shelby County. With annual revenue of $866,000 and a team of 5 employees, this operation has demonstrated consistent performance in the specialty retail market.
Product Lines & Services:
• Extensive trading card inventory and trading services
• Licensed NBA and NFL merchandise including jerseys, hats, t-shirts, hoodies
• Sports collectibles, helmets, headbands, and novelty items
• In-house customization capabilities including lettering, heat transfer, and embroidery
• Comprehensive sports memorabilia selection
Competitive Advantages:
• Only sports store in the area with in-house production capabilities
• 33 years of established relationships with suppliers and customers
• Prime location with excellent visibility and accessibility
• Extensive inventory valued at $390,000 included in sale
• Strong brand recognition in local market
Growth Opportunities:
• Expand NBA and NFL merchandise lines
• Increase trading card events from weekly to multiple days
• Develop commercial embroidery services for local businesses
• Enhance online presence through eBay and Facebook marketplace
• Leverage existing customer base for additional revenue streams
Financial Highlights:
• Annual Revenue: $866,000
• FF&E: $84,000
• Inventory: $390,000 (included)
• Monthly Lease: $6,000 (expires May 2026)
• Reduced Asking Price: $550,000
The retiring owner offers 60-90 days of training support to ensure smooth transition. This turnkey operation presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur passionate about sports and collectibles to acquire a well-established business with significant growth potential in the expanding sports memorabilia market.
This thriving sports merchandise and trading card business has been serving Shelby County, Tennessee for over 30 years, building a loyal customer base and strong reputation as the premier destination for sports enthusiasts and collectors.
Business Overview:
Established in 1992, this comprehensive sports and hobby store specializes in trading cards and licensed sports merchandise. The business operates from a spacious 5,700 square foot facility, providing one of the largest merchandise displays in Shelby County. With annual revenue of $866,000 and a team of 5 employees, this operation has demonstrated consistent performance in the specialty retail market.
Product Lines & Services:
• Extensive trading card inventory and trading services
• Licensed NBA and NFL merchandise including jerseys, hats, t-shirts, hoodies
• Sports collectibles, helmets, headbands, and novelty items
• In-house customization capabilities including lettering, heat transfer, and embroidery
• Comprehensive sports memorabilia selection
Competitive Advantages:
• Only sports store in the area with in-house production capabilities
• 33 years of established relationships with suppliers and customers
• Prime location with excellent visibility and accessibility
• Extensive inventory valued at $390,000 included in sale
• Strong brand recognition in local market
Growth Opportunities:
• Expand NBA and NFL merchandise lines
• Increase trading card events from weekly to multiple days
• Develop commercial embroidery services for local businesses
• Enhance online presence through eBay and Facebook marketplace
• Leverage existing customer base for additional revenue streams
Financial Highlights:
• Annual Revenue: $866,000
• FF&E: $84,000
• Inventory: $390,000 (included)
• Monthly Lease: $6,000 (expires May 2026)
• Reduced Asking Price: $550,000
The retiring owner offers 60-90 days of training support to ensure smooth transition. This turnkey operation presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur passionate about sports and collectibles to acquire a well-established business with significant growth potential in the expanding sports memorabilia market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 33
- Employees
- 5
- Facilities & Assets
- Lots of open space with show case displays for merchandise, store has lots of variety of products filling store , T-Shirts, Jackets, Hoodies, Bathrobes, Ties, Stickers that are licensed NBA,NFL, an custom designs productid in house with equipment at work area in corner of store. That includes heat transfer designs, embroidery equipment and letter and number cutting equipment.
A long time go to place with over 33 years in the Trading Cards business located on other side of store. Plenty of free parking. - Market Outlook / Competition
- Great large location with one of largest display of merchandise in Shelby County. Only Sports Store in town that has the capability to produces this variety of product inhouse. Carry NBA and NFL merchandise and specialize in trading cards for over 33 years.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The opportunity to grow is unlimited -
Grow NBA and NFL markets.
Trading Cards trades presently done only once a week , schedule more days to trade cards
Offer inhouse lettering, heat transfer and embroidery capabilities to other businesses
E-Bay and Facebook
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 5,700
- Rent
- $6,000.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 5/3/2026
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is retiring
- Transition Support
- Owner willing to train for 60-90 days
Listing Info
- ID
- 2378423
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- 0
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