Fresh Natural Food Store Posts Strong Growth For Sale

Business description

Established (21 years in business) and profitable natural food store and farm market on the main coastal route between the destination towns of Camden and Rockland. Loyal year-round customer base and high drive-by traffic flow. Price includes both business and real estate, .93 acres and attached buildings, $50,000 worth of inventory. Additional inventory to be purchased at cost. Business has experienced strong annual sales growth year over year. According to the Organic Trade Association, consumer demand for organic products rose by 20% or more annually throughout the 1990s, and the pace continues. Excellent opportunities to expand the business.

Property information

Location:

Attached buildings total 3,000 square feet. Office is located on second floor. Garage accommodates maintenance equipment.

Other information

Expansion potential:

Create a website to promote store and sell its products. Create a Fresh Off The Farm brand and aggressively market it. Expand merchandise to include environmentally conscious clothing and gifts. Offer food service, if local codes permit.

Competition / Market:

Unique business. It is the only combination natural food store and farm stand in the area. Located on busy Route 1. Strong "Maine-produced" focus.

Support & training:

Owner willing to train buyer.

Reasons for selling:

Owned for 21 years. Time to do something different.