HAMDEN, Connecticut
| Asking Price |
$199,000 |
Year Established |
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| Annual Revenue |
$500,000 |
Reason for Selling |
other business interest |
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| Annual P/L |
$0 |
Attention |
shawn Reilly |
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| Annual Cash Flow |
$300,000 |
Listing Number |
1007223 |
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| # of Employees |
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Business Category |
Food & Beverage: Grocery & Food Stores |
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Business Overview:
Step into a rare opportunity to own a beloved neighborhood institution, a 50 year old gourmet shop on a lively plaza just off the highway and steps from a bustling university. In 868 square feet, this cozy destination has delighted generations with imported cheeses, pâtés, Belgian sweets, artisanal pantry items, and show-stopping custom gift baskets and charcuterie boards that keep customers coming back.
The business is truly turnkey: shelves stocked, a fully functional basement for storage and preparing gift baskets, and recent investments, including five new coolers and three new freezers. The all-inclusive rent is an astonishing $1,350 per month, offering low overhead and strong cash flow potential. The current owner is passionate about a smooth handover and will provide hands-on training to ensure the shop’s traditions and loyal clientele continue to thrive. This is more than a business; it’s a ready-made story of flavor, hospitality, and community, waiting for the next owner to add their chapter. To own a gourmet cheese shop of this caliber with no real competition in this upscale community near a major University for a price like this doesn’t come around often. Call now.
Property Features and Assets:
<p>Lively corner plaza beside a major university, open 5 days a week, 868 sq. ft. of retail charm + fully functional basement, All-inclusive rent of just $1,350/month (+ utilities),50-year tradition, five brand-new coolers + 3 new freezers, Renowned for custom gift baskets and show-stopping charcuterie boards, Upscale neighborhood, 50-year tradition, Preferred vendor for Yale University and University of New Haven<br></p>
Market Competition and Expansion:
<p>Competition: 1. Rising consumer demand for curated, artisanal, and international food experiences 2. Established online presence with 10,000+ Instagram followers and a top-performing website 3. Modern infrastructure supports robust delivery and e-commerce operations, enabling scalable growth. 4. Strong brand loyalty developed over 50 years of operation 5. Minimal local competition in a niche gourmet space—this is the only shop of its kind within miles </p><p><br></p><p>Growth & Expansion: 1. Expand online marketing and social reach 2. Add wholesale offerings, catering services, and university partnerships 3. Extending hours and increasing product lines for greater ROI<br></p>
Additional Details:
- The property is Leased.
- This is not homebased business opportunity.
- This is not a franchise resale opportunity