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Profitable Gourmet Popcorn Store
Business Description
Established gourmet popcorn store operating in the heart of downtown Frederick, Maryland, offering exceptional profitability and growth potential. This well-positioned business has built a strong reputation since opening in 2020, generating $450,000 in annual revenue with impressive $265,000 in seller's discretionary earnings.
Business Highlights:
• Prime downtown location on Market Street across from Carroll Creek
• Strong financial performance with 58.9% profit margin
• Assumable lease at competitive $2,200/month rate through November 2030
• Established customer base in thriving Frederick market
• Turnkey operation with $50,000 in fixtures, furniture, and equipment
• $10,000 inventory included in sale price
The 1,200 square foot retail space benefits from high foot traffic in Frederick's popular downtown district. The business has demonstrated consistent profitability and operational efficiency, making it an attractive opportunity for an owner-operator or investor.
Growth Opportunities:
Significant expansion potential exists through event catering and wholesale account development. The current owner, focused on other business ventures, has not fully capitalized on these revenue streams, presenting immediate opportunities for growth-minded buyers.
Financial Details:
With annual revenue of $450,000 and cash flow of $265,000, this business demonstrates strong unit economics in the specialty food retail sector. The low overhead structure, highlighted by the competitive lease rate, contributes to healthy profit margins.
Seller financing is available to qualified buyers, and the owner will provide comprehensive transitional support including all operational reports and training to ensure smooth ownership transfer.
This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, established specialty food business in one of Maryland's most desirable downtown locations.
Business Highlights:
• Prime downtown location on Market Street across from Carroll Creek
• Strong financial performance with 58.9% profit margin
• Assumable lease at competitive $2,200/month rate through November 2030
• Established customer base in thriving Frederick market
• Turnkey operation with $50,000 in fixtures, furniture, and equipment
• $10,000 inventory included in sale price
The 1,200 square foot retail space benefits from high foot traffic in Frederick's popular downtown district. The business has demonstrated consistent profitability and operational efficiency, making it an attractive opportunity for an owner-operator or investor.
Growth Opportunities:
Significant expansion potential exists through event catering and wholesale account development. The current owner, focused on other business ventures, has not fully capitalized on these revenue streams, presenting immediate opportunities for growth-minded buyers.
Financial Details:
With annual revenue of $450,000 and cash flow of $265,000, this business demonstrates strong unit economics in the specialty food retail sector. The low overhead structure, highlighted by the competitive lease rate, contributes to healthy profit margins.
Seller financing is available to qualified buyers, and the owner will provide comprehensive transitional support including all operational reports and training to ensure smooth ownership transfer.
This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, established specialty food business in one of Maryland's most desirable downtown locations.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 6
- Employees
- 11 (1 Full-time, 10 Part-time)
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Website
- https://www.originalpopcornhouse.com/frederick
- Opportunities for Growth
- Massive opportunities to do events and get more wholesale accounts.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $2,200.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 11/6/2030
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- To busy with other businesses to give it the time it needs.
- Transition Support
- All transitional report.
- Financing Options
- Partial
Listing Info
- ID
- 2503379
- Listing Views
- 114
Business Location
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