Award Winning Once Upon a Child Fairbanks for Sale
Business Description
Once Upon A Child is the largest and most successful children’s resale franchise in North America. We sell gently-used clothing, shoes, toys, books, equipment and more, and are a trusted resource to parents in the communities we serve. With incredible brand awareness, driven by locally owned and operated stores, we are a high volume, high margin business opportunity for the entrepreneur that wants to do good for the community while also doing good for the planet.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 16
- Employees
- 29
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Fully upgraded and remodeled store location. New flooring in 2025. Expanded grid and racking in 2025. 4th POS system added in 2025 at the check-in counter.
This location has also recently upgraded to the ReSale AI software platform.
Back-stock system integrated and established in 2025. No off-site storage is required with a 1,500 sq. ft. backroom attached to the 6,000 sq. ft. retail space. - Website
- https://onceuponachild.com/locations/fairbanks-ak/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- There is limited competition in the local market. The primary children's clothing retailers in the area include Walmart, Old Navy, and Fred Meyer. Value Village is the only local option for general thrift and donation-based resale. This positions Once Upon a Child Fairbanks as a unique and in-demand resource for families year-round.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Implementation of the New Parent Club.
Increased marketing to the growing military communities.
Outreach to surrounding regional communities and villages.
Adding an additional aisle in store to expand and grow the 'Youth' category sales.
Owner operating in store to reduce current labor costs.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 7,500
- Rent
- $8,250.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 10/1/2031
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner moved out of state. Required to live in the same city as their franchise.
- Transition Support
- The store is currently managed remotely by the owner, with an outstanding team in place. Many staff members have been with the store for 3–4 years, bringing stability, experience, and a deep understanding of operations. The current owner is committed to a successful transition and is willing to remain involved as needed to support the new owner during the transition.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2385585
- Listing Views
- 340
Attached DocumentsAttachment Disclaimer
25-07-07 Fairbanks for Sale.pdf
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