Smoothie and juice shop for sale
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Established Smoothie and Juice Bar Franchise - Ypsilanti, MI
presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a thriving health-focused beverage franchise in the growing Ypsilanti market. This turnkey operation has generated $329,835 in annual revenue while serving the health-conscious community near Eastern Michigan University.
Business Overview:
- Established franchise concept specializing in fresh smoothies, juices, and acai bowls
- Strategic location on high-traffic main road in 1,200 sq ft space
- Currently operated as absentee-owned business with growth potential
- Strong online presence with positive customer reviews
- Lease secured through January 2029 at $2,300/month
Financial Highlights:
- Annual Revenue: $329,835
- FF&E Value: $70,000
- Inventory Value: $10,000
- Asking Price: $149,999
Market Position:
Vara Juice operates in the expanding health and wellness sector, serving students, young professionals, and families seeking nutritious alternatives to fast food and sugary beverages. The Ypsilanti and greater Ann Arbor area provides a robust customer base actively seeking convenient, healthy options.
Growth Opportunities:
- Enhanced digital marketing and social media expansion
- Community partnerships with local gyms, universities, and schools
- Expanded delivery services and catering programs
- Juice cleanse and group package promotions
- Leveraging existing online ordering infrastructure
The complete build-out, established concept, and operational systems are in place, allowing new ownership to focus on marketing execution and business development rather than startup challenges.
Owner Support:
Current owner provides comprehensive onboarding support to ensure smooth transition and operational continuity.
Financing: Cash offers preferred
This represents an ideal opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking to enter the profitable health beverage market with an established, revenue-generating business positioned for continued growth in a strong demographic market.
You could take over the franchise or bring one with you.
presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a thriving health-focused beverage franchise in the growing Ypsilanti market. This turnkey operation has generated $329,835 in annual revenue while serving the health-conscious community near Eastern Michigan University.
Business Overview:
- Established franchise concept specializing in fresh smoothies, juices, and acai bowls
- Strategic location on high-traffic main road in 1,200 sq ft space
- Currently operated as absentee-owned business with growth potential
- Strong online presence with positive customer reviews
- Lease secured through January 2029 at $2,300/month
Financial Highlights:
- Annual Revenue: $329,835
- FF&E Value: $70,000
- Inventory Value: $10,000
- Asking Price: $149,999
Market Position:
Vara Juice operates in the expanding health and wellness sector, serving students, young professionals, and families seeking nutritious alternatives to fast food and sugary beverages. The Ypsilanti and greater Ann Arbor area provides a robust customer base actively seeking convenient, healthy options.
Growth Opportunities:
- Enhanced digital marketing and social media expansion
- Community partnerships with local gyms, universities, and schools
- Expanded delivery services and catering programs
- Juice cleanse and group package promotions
- Leveraging existing online ordering infrastructure
The complete build-out, established concept, and operational systems are in place, allowing new ownership to focus on marketing execution and business development rather than startup challenges.
Owner Support:
Current owner provides comprehensive onboarding support to ensure smooth transition and operational continuity.
Financing: Cash offers preferred
This represents an ideal opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking to enter the profitable health beverage market with an established, revenue-generating business positioned for continued growth in a strong demographic market.
You could take over the franchise or bring one with you.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Employees
- 4 (2 Full-time, 2 Part-time)
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Attractive, recently remodeled juice and smoothie shop in a clean, well-lit space with tall tables, high seating, and Open kitchen line with commercial blenders, juicers, refrigerators , freezers, prep tables, display coolers,and pos systems , Located on a busy stretch of Washtenaw Ave with prominent street visibility and easy access for both local residents and students.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Vara Juice sits in a strong, growing health-conscious market, serving customers looking for fresh smoothies, juices, and acai bowls instead of fast food or sugary drinks. The Ypsilanti and greater Ann Arbor area has a large base of students, young professionals, and families who actively seek convenient, nutritious options, supporting the ongoing success of juice bars and smoothie concepts.
Vara Juice benefits from its location on a main road with strong daily traffic and from positive online reviews that help attract new customers. - Opportunities for Growth
- Extend marketing: Increase social media presence, and online presence
Community partnerships: Partner with local gyms, universities, schools, and community events to cross-promote and place Vara Juice as the go-to healthy beverage option
Expand delivery and catering: Promote juice cleanses, group smoothie packages, and office or university catering using existing online ordering and delivery integrations.
With the build-out, concept, and online infrastructure already in place, a buyer can focus on promotion and execution instead of starting from scratch.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $2,300.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/27/2029
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- I couldn’t give the shop the time it needs to grow .
- Transition Support
- The current owner is willing to provide onboarding support to ensure a smooth and successful transition.
- Financing Options
- Cash offers
Listing Info
- ID
- 2464183
- Listing Views
- 8
Business Location
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