Established Profitable Hardware Store For Sale
Business Description
A wonderful chance to buy a profitable Country Hardware Store. Perfect for Mom and Pop operation. An excellent way to become part of a great small town community. This store has been a major support to the community for over 50 years! East County Lumber and Ranch Supply is located in the center of Historic Campo, Camp Lockett. It has been providing lumber products, animal feed, pet supplies, pool supplies, plumbing, electrical, fasteners & hardware, building materials, batteries, roofing, concrete products, lawn and garden supplies, kitchen and bath, tools, paint, special orders and more. This location provides much needed goods and services to the entire Mountain Empire area. Campo is a community with a little bit of everything to offer. The small town atmosphere is what attracts the people who live there. The hardware store is what keeps the people from having to drive 30 to 50 miles for what they need. East County Lumber and Ranch Supply tries to help their customers with what they need for their projects along with supplying the local tradesmen with materials and supplies needed to provide professional services. This 9000 square foot building is centrally located in the community. Close to the local Post Office and easy to find. There is a huge area for parking, front and rear loading docks and a large fenced in storage area. Included in the sale are all furnishings, inventory, security cameras, office supplies, delivery truck, forklift, saws, tools, and computer equipment. A complete list of assets made available on request. Competition: Please visit the business website and read the reviews made by customers. The customer base for this store is spread out across 3 zip codes. The store is one of a kind in the area. The nearest competitors are in Jamul, Alpine, El Cajon and El Centro, which are up to 50 miles away. Growth & Expansion: The potential for additional revenue is great. In the past 10 years, the store has never had to advertise. They have kept the hours to Monday thru Saturday from 8:00 to 5:00. If opened on Sunday the annual revenue could add perhaps $160,000 or more per a year. Advertising would definitely add to sales. Also, a small equipment rental could bring in additional sales. The ideas for increased revenue are many... or let things be and enjoy the already lucrative net profits as is. Listing Remarks: Business sale only. Building is on a lease. The owner of the building has no problem offering a new lease with options. Business details and financials available with signed Non Disclosure. The 5 Year Averages are: Gross Sales - $1,350,439, Cost of Goods - $871,995, Operating Expenses - $271,636, Net Profit - $206,808.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 55
- Number of Employees
- 4
- Facilities & Assets
- 2 Ton Flatbed, Radial Arm Saw, Fork lift, Table Saw, Hand & Power Tools, Pipe Cutting/Threading Machine, Pipe Cutting Rack & Tools, Furniture & Fixtures, Paint Mixing Machines - Color Dispenser and Shakers, Pallet Jack, All Displays and Store Shelving, Computers and Software, Registers, Printers, Filing Cabinets, Rock Cart, Loading Carts, Heaters & Air Conditioners, Security system, Chainsaw Sharpener (Stihl), Chain Maker for Chainsaw, Key Making Machine, Swamp Coolers, Generac Portable Generator, Industrial Fans, Air compressor, Rebar Cutter, and more!
- Website
- https:www.eastcountylumber.net
- Market Outlook / Competition
- As previously stated - The store has shown a steady sales history. The customer base for this store is spread out across 3 zip codes. The store is one of a kind in the area. The nearest competitors are in Jamul, Alpine, El Cajon and El Centro, which are up to 50 miles away.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Potential for growth is in inventory and services. The community has to travel far to rent equipment or get bulk materials. Services we used to offer was building and re-screening window screens and we used to cut glass. We have not continued those services since Covid. Small Equipment Rentals would be a plus for the community and the opportunity is available through the main Distributor that we use.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 9,000
- Rent
- $3,999.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Seller Wants to Retire
- Transition Support
- Seller offering 30 days of training.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2327576
- Listing Views
- 1259
Business Location
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