Established Old Fashioned Small Town Main St Candy, Fudge, Gift Shop.
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Well Established Turnkey Old Fashioned Candy, Fudge & Gift Shop for Sale
Main Street • Princeton, MN
Easy Access Off Hwy 169 & Hwy 95 • Prime Small Town Retail Location
Business Overview
Turnkey old fashioned candy, fudge, and gift shop in the heart of historic downtown Princeton, Minnesota — a beloved local destination with easy access from both Hwy 169 and Hwy 95. This charming specialty store attracts families, tourists, and repeat customers year round with its nostalgic sweets, artisan fudge, and curated gift selection.
Key Features
Prime Small Town Location: Situated on Main Street — excellent visibility, pedestrian traffic, and seasonal event flow destination location.
Highway Access: Convenient entry for visitors and travelers coming from Hwy 169 and Hwy 95.
Turnkey Operation: Fully equipped retail space with fixtures, shelving, point of sale system, inventory, and supplier relationships in place.
Product Mix: Classic candies, handcrafted fudge, themed gifts, seasonal items, souvenirs, and impulse buys that delight customers of all ages.
Loyal Customer Base: Strong community presence, repeat local shoppers, and appeal to visitors during peak seasons, farmers markets, and regional tourism.
Proven Track Record: Business is established, organized, and ready for new ownership — minimal startup ramp up required.
Why This Business Is a Great Buy
Turnkey & Well Organized: Immediate income potential with everything in place.
Niche Specialty Retail: Unique product category with strong customer appeal and repeat purchases.
Seasonal Sales Boosts: Holidays, summer events, and local festivals generate consistent peaks.
Growth Opportunities: Expand online sales, wholesale opportunities, gift baskets, catering for events, and enhanced marketing.
Community Favorite: A cherished local business with strong word of mouth recognition.
Ideal Buyer
This opportunity is perfect for:
First time business owners
Experienced retail operators
Candy and gift industry enthusiasts
Investors seeking a profitable small business
Buyers looking for lifestyle retail in a welcoming community
Main Street • Princeton, MN
Easy Access Off Hwy 169 & Hwy 95 • Prime Small Town Retail Location
Business Overview
Turnkey old fashioned candy, fudge, and gift shop in the heart of historic downtown Princeton, Minnesota — a beloved local destination with easy access from both Hwy 169 and Hwy 95. This charming specialty store attracts families, tourists, and repeat customers year round with its nostalgic sweets, artisan fudge, and curated gift selection.
Key Features
Prime Small Town Location: Situated on Main Street — excellent visibility, pedestrian traffic, and seasonal event flow destination location.
Highway Access: Convenient entry for visitors and travelers coming from Hwy 169 and Hwy 95.
Turnkey Operation: Fully equipped retail space with fixtures, shelving, point of sale system, inventory, and supplier relationships in place.
Product Mix: Classic candies, handcrafted fudge, themed gifts, seasonal items, souvenirs, and impulse buys that delight customers of all ages.
Loyal Customer Base: Strong community presence, repeat local shoppers, and appeal to visitors during peak seasons, farmers markets, and regional tourism.
Proven Track Record: Business is established, organized, and ready for new ownership — minimal startup ramp up required.
Why This Business Is a Great Buy
Turnkey & Well Organized: Immediate income potential with everything in place.
Niche Specialty Retail: Unique product category with strong customer appeal and repeat purchases.
Seasonal Sales Boosts: Holidays, summer events, and local festivals generate consistent peaks.
Growth Opportunities: Expand online sales, wholesale opportunities, gift baskets, catering for events, and enhanced marketing.
Community Favorite: A cherished local business with strong word of mouth recognition.
Ideal Buyer
This opportunity is perfect for:
First time business owners
Experienced retail operators
Candy and gift industry enthusiasts
Investors seeking a profitable small business
Buyers looking for lifestyle retail in a welcoming community
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 3
- Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Fully turnkey retail candy,fudge gift store ready for immediate operation.
No setup required.
Included in the sale:
All inventory on hand at closing
All shelving, candy bins, and display tables
POS system, (if applicable), and operating equipment
Business name, branding, website, domain, and social media accounts
Established systems, vendor relationships, and sales history
Ability to assume existing lease (subject to landlord approval)
There is also possiblity of aprox 800 sq ft for lease and build out, backroom. - Website
- https://www.northcountrymarkets.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Small Town. Charm in Princeton, MN
Great Visibility
Located on a Bizzy Main st
Strong Local Following: Built goodwill and repeat customers from both residents and visitors to Princeton, destination location.
Prime Location: High visibility and easy access right off Hwy 169 and 95— perfect for drive?by and destination traffic.
Small Town Foot Traffic: Situated near local businesses, seasonal markets, and community events that help drive consistent customer visits.
Relative insulation from big?box competition - Opportunities for Growth
- Growth Potential: Expand online sales, gift baskets, corporate gifting, catering to local events, candy bars & fudge. Increase social media marketing — plenty of room to grow. Aprox 800 square ft possibily available for build out and lease.
Ability to add local vendors.
Seasonal boosts (Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, summer cabin traffic and markets)
Christmas traffic doubled this year.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $1,200.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/2/2026
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Moving on to another adventure.
- Transition Support
- Seller will stay on for 2 weeks no more than 20 hours a week, more if needed can be negotiated.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2456107
- Listing Views
- 38
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