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Turn Key Exotic Snack and Convenience Store on Historic Pearl Street
Business Description
Rare opportunity to own a well-established, independently owned store
Prime Location on Pearl Street – Boulder, CO
A rare opportunity to own a well-established, independently owned convenience store and specialty snack shop located on iconic Pearl Street in the heart of downtown Boulder.
This popular destination has built a loyal customer base over the years, serving local residents, University of Colorado students and faculty, and both domestic and international visitors. The store is known for its wide variety of imported and exotic snacks, candies, and beverages sourced from around the world. It also offers healthy, traditional, and locally made snacks and drinks, highlighting the best of Boulder and surrounding areas.
In addition to its unique snack offerings, the store carries essential household goods, pharmacy items, and tobacco-related products, making it a convenient and reliable stop for both everyday and specialty needs.
Key Features:
• Efficient, easy-to-navigate layout
• Refrigeration units, chest freezers, and organized shelving
• ATM machine with secure safe
• Ample backroom space for inventory, food prep, or expansion
• Plumbing fixtures in place to support a breakfast or sandwich counter
• Updated electrical, plumbing, & HVAC systems – all in excellent condition & up to code
• Warm, inviting interior with a distinctive and welcoming storefront
• Excellent foot traffic, public transportation access, and street/public parking
Unmatched Location & Growth Potential:
• Located just blocks from venues hosting the relocated Sundance Film Festival, bringing major year-round visibility and customer traffic
• One of only two convenience stores in Boulder's historic downtown– a highly desirable retail zone
• Ideal square footage and flexible layout allow for creative business enhancements and additional revenue streams
Whether expanding into food service, introducing new product categories, or leveraging the area’s growing tourism and cultural events, this unique retail location offers limitless potential.
Next Steps:
Financial and operational details will be shared upon request with serious, qualified buyers. A signed NDA (non-disclosure agreement) is required prior to the release of confidential information.
A rare opportunity to own a well-established, independently owned convenience store and specialty snack shop located on iconic Pearl Street in the heart of downtown Boulder.
This popular destination has built a loyal customer base over the years, serving local residents, University of Colorado students and faculty, and both domestic and international visitors. The store is known for its wide variety of imported and exotic snacks, candies, and beverages sourced from around the world. It also offers healthy, traditional, and locally made snacks and drinks, highlighting the best of Boulder and surrounding areas.
In addition to its unique snack offerings, the store carries essential household goods, pharmacy items, and tobacco-related products, making it a convenient and reliable stop for both everyday and specialty needs.
Key Features:
• Efficient, easy-to-navigate layout
• Refrigeration units, chest freezers, and organized shelving
• ATM machine with secure safe
• Ample backroom space for inventory, food prep, or expansion
• Plumbing fixtures in place to support a breakfast or sandwich counter
• Updated electrical, plumbing, & HVAC systems – all in excellent condition & up to code
• Warm, inviting interior with a distinctive and welcoming storefront
• Excellent foot traffic, public transportation access, and street/public parking
Unmatched Location & Growth Potential:
• Located just blocks from venues hosting the relocated Sundance Film Festival, bringing major year-round visibility and customer traffic
• One of only two convenience stores in Boulder's historic downtown– a highly desirable retail zone
• Ideal square footage and flexible layout allow for creative business enhancements and additional revenue streams
Whether expanding into food service, introducing new product categories, or leveraging the area’s growing tourism and cultural events, this unique retail location offers limitless potential.
Next Steps:
Financial and operational details will be shared upon request with serious, qualified buyers. A signed NDA (non-disclosure agreement) is required prior to the release of confidential information.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 4
- Number of Employees
- 3
- Facilities & Assets
- The 1,155 sq. ft. space features prime window frontage on Pearl Street, an open retail floor plan, and a large backroom suitable for storage or future food service expansion. A shared restroom is available with the neighboring barbershop. The current lease runs through May 2026, and the landlord is supportive of the business and open to working with new tenants to ensure a smooth transition and long-term continuity in this desirable downtown location. Please see the attached list of fixed assets included in the sale.
- Website
- https://www.pearlconvenience.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Pearl Convenience is uniquely positioned in downtown Boulder as the only store of its kind on the East End of Pearl Street and one of just two convenience stores in the entire area. With minimal direct competition in one of Colorado’s most desirable retail corridors, it occupies a highly defensible niche.
- Opportunities for Growth
- With little competition and a prime location near venues hosting the relocated Sundance Film Festival, the store is poised for increased foot traffic over the coming years. Growth opportunities include adding a prepared food counter, expanding local product offerings, developing ecommerce or delivery options, and leveraging Boulder’s tourism and university markets for broader exposure and higher sales volume.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,155
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retiring
- Transition Support
- The current owner is committed to ensuring a smooth and successful transition. Initial training and onboarding can be discussed, along with guidance on daily operations, vendor relationships, and inventory management.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2392516
- Listing Views
- 1761
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