Package Deal - 4 High-Volume Well-Established Cold Stone Creamery - Tucson, AZ!
Prime Retail Spaces In Colonia Verde, Park Place, Old Spanish Trail Marketplace & Plaza Square
Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation made-to-order available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
As well as sundaes and smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs. In addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches for takeout or conveniently ordered online or by smart phone 24 hrs/day. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.
Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. Better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.
Well established locations for over 18, 14, 19 and 29 years. Turnkey operations - managers/shift leads in place at each location!
Locations:
Colonia Verde - Prime corner retail space in Colonia Verde, a dominant shopping center in the area anchored by Safeway, Ace Hardware and Walgreens. Along with AT&T, Bruegger’s Bagels, Cost Cutters, Gusto Osteria, Panda Express, Rise Combat Sports, RT Nails & Spa, Wells Fargo Bank and more.
Perfectly situated at the corner of E Tanque Verde Rd and N Sabino Canyon Rd, one of the busiest intersections of northeast Tucson with over 89,000 vehicles per day. Tanque Verde Rd is the major E-W artery to the affluent northeast Tucson trade Area. And Sabino Canyon Rd is the major N-S artery to Catalina Foothills, the 17th highest income community of its size in the US.
Also, across Morris K Udall Park & Recreation Center with over 100,000 annual visitors to the recreation center alone. Plus, the center is located between central Tucson and several popular visitor attractions including Sabino Canyon with over one million visitors per year!
Park Place - Prime retail space in Park Place, a 1,100,000 sqft vibrant desert hub nestled in the heart of Tucson that offers a rich blend of national brands, local boutiques, diverse dining and varied entertainment options. Also, art shows, craft fairs and several seasonal events throughout the year. One of only 5 malls in Tucson!
Along with Aeropostale, Banana Republic, Buckle, Carter's/OshKosh, Chico's, Dillard’s, Forever 21, H&M, Hollister Co, Old Navy, The Children's Place, Ulta Beauty, Van's and so much more.
Other popular eating & drinking establishments include Applebee’s, Boba Tea, Charleys Philly Steaks, Chipotle, Cinnabon, Fuzzwig’s Candy Factory, O’ My Buns, Oh My Chicken, Panda Express, Red Lobster, Salad Nation, Sarku Japan, Squared Up Pizza, Starbucks, Street Taco & Beer Co, Tutti Fruitt, Wetzel’s Pretzel, Yard House and more.
Plus, for entertainment there is All On Target, Art Express, Asurion, a 20-screen Cinemark movie theater, Color Me Mine and Round1 Bowling & Amusement.
Old Spanish Trail Marketplace - Prime corner retail space in Old Spanish Trail Marketplace, a large busy shopping center. Perfectly situated at the intersection considered to be the dominant retail shopping area serving southeast Tucson.
Adjacent AT&T, Dorsett Dentistry, Every Kid’s Dentist & Orthodontics and Red Star Vapor. Along with many big-name national retailers such as Big 5 Sporting Goods, Fry’s, Office Max, Petco, Ross Dress For Less, Sports Clips, Super Target, Ulta Beauty, Walgreens and more.
As well as many other popular eating & drinking establishments including Chipotle, Five Guys, Giuseppe’s, Jack In The Box, Margie’s Kitchen, Panda Express, Starbucks and Village Inn. Plus, surrounded by a vast residential area!
Plaza Square - Prime corner retail space in Plaza Square, a popular neighborhood center on busy E Speedway Blvd lined with restaurants and retailers. Along with Berry Divine Acai Bowls, Chipotle, Pizza Hut and Subway. And across Aloft Tucson University Arizona.
Perfectly situated adjacent to the University of Arizona with over 44,000 students. Also, near the Northern Foothills and an easy drive to downtown Tucson.
Year Established: 2005 & 2009 & 2004 & 1994 (Current Owner 2021).
Lease Information:
Colonia Verde: Leased space $3,632/mth gross. Current lease expires Aug 2025 with one 5-year option.
Park Place: Leased space $4,391/mth gross. Current lease expires Sep 2031 with one 5-year option.
Old Spanish Trail Marketplace: Leased space $4,124/mth gross.
Plaza Square: Leased space $5,540/mth gross. Current lease expires Dec 2027. Landlord open to more term.
Square Feet: 1,400 & 661 & 1,500 & 1,359.
Seating: Ample
Days/Hrs of Operation: Su-Th 11a-10p/Fr-Sa 11a-11p & Su-Th 10a-10p/Fr-Sa 10a-11p & Su-Th 11a-10p/Fr-Sa 11a-11p & Su-Th 11a-10p/Fr-Sa 11a-12m
Owners Role: Absentee.
# Of Employees: 1 Full-Time/6 Part-Time & 2 Full-Time/5 Part-Time & 1 Full-Time/6 Part-Time & 2 Full-Time/8 Part-Time.
Training: 80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.
Combined Gross Sales (2022): $2,054,589.
Combined Net Operating Income: $172,165 (With Mgrs/Shift Leads In Place)
Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price.
Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.
Seller Financing Available: No.
Reasons for Selling: Owner has a demanding full-time job and doesn't have the proper time to dedicate to oversee/manage the stores.
Competition/Market: Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!
Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500.
Growth & Expansion: 1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 yrs, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 1,000 locations in the US & hundreds internationally.
And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment.
Feel free to stop by the locations as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, contact EatZ for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Listed By Tami Hillier at EatZ & Associates
