Apparel & Beyond is a turnkey custom apparel and printing operation located in the heart of Kentlands, Gaithersburg, MD. The business operates from an approximately 1,000 sq. ft. storefront with excellent visibility and exceptionally low rent of approximately $1.08 per square foot per month (~$1,082/month), well below current market rates.

The operation is fully equipped and move-in ready, including a Ricoh Ri 2000 DTG printer (refurbished with spare parts), Sawgrass SG1000 sublimation printer, conveyor dryer, and multiple heat presses (including 8-in-1 drinkware, hat, and tag presses). Also included are a Square POS system with barcode scanning and inventory management, racks, signage, retail displays, and approximately $1,000 in blank apparel inventory, along with over 280 upcycled valued at over $4,000, ready-to-sell retail pieces. The sale also includes a branded website, established social media accounts, pricing system, documented workflows, and approved vendor status with American University and the University of Maryland.

Average gross margins are approximately 54%, achieved with minimal paid advertising, demonstrating strong demand and efficient operations. The business is positioned for growth through focused sales and marketing efforts rather than additional capital investment.

Growth opportunities include expanding sublimation products (mugs, tumblers, tote bags, ornaments, socks), leveraging existing AU and UMD vendor approvals for campus organizations and events, increasing bulk orders for schools and local businesses, developing corporate and community partnerships, benefiting from increased walk-in traffic driven by ongoing Kentlands development, and scaling e-commerce through the existing website and social platforms.

This is an opportunity to acquire a low-overhead, fully built custom apparel and retail printing operation at a fraction of the cost and time required to start from scratch. All equipment, systems, inventory, and approvals are in place for immediate operation and future expansion.

Asking Price: $71,000 (FF&E and inventory included).