High-Volume Ice Cream Shop | $30,000 Weekly Sales | High Profit Margin
Business Description
Ice Cream Business Positioned for Scalable Growth
High-Volume Ice Cream Shop | $30,000 Weekly Sales | High Profit Margins | Stand-Alone | Drive-Thru | 25 Parking Spaces
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-volume ice cream retail business generating approximately $30,000 in weekly sales during peak season, known for its high profit margins and very low food cost. Ice cream operations benefit from simple preparation, minimal waste, and strong markup, making this an efficient and profitable business model
****The newly added soft-serve ice cream will dramatically increase sales during the summer.*****
The business operates from a stand-alone building with drive-thru service located on a high-traffic main road with excellent visibility and access. The location is surrounded by gas stations, fast-food restaurants, and retail, driving constant customer flow and impulse traffic.
A major competitive advantage is the 25 dedicated parking spaces, ideal for peak summer demand, families, and group visits. The property also includes indoor seating with tables, a bathroom, and storage space, supporting dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru service.
The operation follows a simple, proven model focused on walk-in, drive-thru, and third-party delivery, with DoorDash delivery available, further expanding revenue channels without increasing overhead.
Menu Offerings (Titles Only)
Ice Cream (All Sizes)
Specialty Sundaes
Milkshakes
Waffles & Specialty Desserts
Simple Operation & Low Overhead
Despite strong sales volume, the business maintains a lean staffing structure and controlled operating costs, contributing to strong profitability.
Staffing:
Summer: 3 part-time employees
Winter: Part-time employee only
Seasonal hours allow labor and expenses to scale efficiently with demand.
Hours of Operation
Summer Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fall Hours:
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday – Thursday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Winter Hours:
Daily: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lease Terms
Monthly Rent: $2,700 (NNN included)
Lease Term Remaining: 9 years
Annual Rent Increase: $50 per year
Long-term lease stability with predictable increases.
Monthly Utilities & Operating Expenses (Approximate)
Electric: $650 / month
Gas: $250 / month
Water: $75 / month
Trash: $205 / month
Snow Removal: $350 / year
Key Highlights
Approximately $30,000 in weekly sales (peak season)
High profit margins with very low food cost
Stand-alone building with drive-thru
25 dedicated parking spaces
High-traffic main road with excellent visibility
Surrounded by gas stations, fast food, and retail
Indoor seating, restroom, and storage
DoorDash delivery in place
Very low operating costs
Long-term lease with minimal annual increases
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-volume ice cream retail business generating approximately $30,000 in weekly sales during peak season, known for its high profit margins and very low food cost. Ice cream operations benefit from simple preparation, minimal waste, and strong markup, making this an efficient and profitable business model
****The newly added soft-serve ice cream will dramatically increase sales during the summer.*****
The business operates from a stand-alone building with drive-thru service located on a high-traffic main road with excellent visibility and access. The location is surrounded by gas stations, fast-food restaurants, and retail, driving constant customer flow and impulse traffic.
A major competitive advantage is the 25 dedicated parking spaces, ideal for peak summer demand, families, and group visits. The property also includes indoor seating with tables, a bathroom, and storage space, supporting dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru service.
The operation follows a simple, proven model focused on walk-in, drive-thru, and third-party delivery, with DoorDash delivery available, further expanding revenue channels without increasing overhead.
Menu Offerings (Titles Only)
Ice Cream (All Sizes)
Specialty Sundaes
Milkshakes
Waffles & Specialty Desserts
Simple Operation & Low Overhead
Despite strong sales volume, the business maintains a lean staffing structure and controlled operating costs, contributing to strong profitability.
Staffing:
Summer: 3 part-time employees
Winter: Part-time employee only
Seasonal hours allow labor and expenses to scale efficiently with demand.
Hours of Operation
Summer Hours:
Daily: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fall Hours:
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Monday – Thursday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Winter Hours:
Daily: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lease Terms
Monthly Rent: $2,700 (NNN included)
Lease Term Remaining: 9 years
Annual Rent Increase: $50 per year
Long-term lease stability with predictable increases.
Monthly Utilities & Operating Expenses (Approximate)
Electric: $650 / month
Gas: $250 / month
Water: $75 / month
Trash: $205 / month
Snow Removal: $350 / year
Key Highlights
Approximately $30,000 in weekly sales (peak season)
High profit margins with very low food cost
Stand-alone building with drive-thru
25 dedicated parking spaces
High-traffic main road with excellent visibility
Surrounded by gas stations, fast food, and retail
Indoor seating, restroom, and storage
DoorDash delivery in place
Very low operating costs
Long-term lease with minimal annual increases
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Employees
- 3 (1 Full-time, 2 Part-time)
The number of employees differs between summer and winter. - Currently Relocatable
- Yes
- Opportunities for Growth
- The new machines that were just added will increase sales.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 700
- Rent
- $2,000.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/31/2035
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Relocation
- Transition Support
- Yes the seller will provide training upon request
Listing Info
- ID
- 2466467
- Listing Views
- 6
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