Summary
An opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey bookstore cafe located in Melbourne’s suburbs. This unique concept has cultivated a devoted customer base, strong community presence.
Revenue
$30,000 pm
Rent
$3,500 pm
Potential
The business offers scope to increase revenue through expanded e-commerce, book subscriptions, memberships, cafe offerings, private events, author appearances, pop-up markets and additional retail categories.
Skills
An interest in fictional literature, cafe/general business operations.
Is currently under management and can continue that way or has the opportunity for owner ran.
Hours
7 days a week
Late night trading
Lease
current ends october 2027 with renewal of 3+3
Employees
1 store supervisor
3 casuals
Reason for Sale
Owner pursuing other personal and professional opportunities.
About the Business
Asking Price: $150,000 Stock Included
Location: Brunswick West VIC
An Established Business Ready for Its Next Owner
An exciting opportunity to acquire a beautifully fitted-out independent bookstore and cafe in Melbourne's inner north.
This unique business combines specialty book retail, a fully equipped cafe, community events, book clubs and an established online presence, offering multiple revenue streams within one distinctive retail destination.
With significant investment already made in the premises, equipment, infrastructure and brand development, the business is offered as a complete walk-in, walk-out opportunity.
The $150,000 asking price includes existing stock, fixtures, fittings, equipment and agreed business assets.
Key Business Highlights
- Fully established specialty bookstore and cafe
- Extensive purpose-built retail fit-out, shelving and display infrastructure
- Cafe equipment, furniture and operational assets
- Existing book inventory included in the sale
- Established e-commerce website and social media presence
- Active customer community and book club membership program
- Proven ability to attract customers through author signings, ticketed events and community experiences
- Established supplier relationships and operating procedures
- Multiple opportunities for further growth and diversification
- Opportunity to continue the existing concept without starting from scratch
A new owner can avoid many of the significant upfront expenses associated with designing, fitting out, stocking, negotiating account terms and launching a comparable business.
Opportunity for Growth
The business offers scope to increase revenue through expanded e-commerce, book subscriptions, memberships, cafe offerings, private events, author appearances, pop-up markets and additional retail categories.
The established brand and community provide a foundation for a motivated new owner to develop the business further.
Lease: 1+3+3. Transfer subject to landlord approval
Reason for Sale: Owner pursuing other personal and professional opportunities.
An attractive opportunity for an entrepreneur, book enthusiast or existing retail operator looking to acquire an established specialty retail and cafe business.
Genuine enquiries welcome. Further information and financial details available to qualified buyers
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