Profitable Family Apparel Boutique On Granville Island For Sale

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease Terms:

Lease ends April 30, 2029 with a renewal of additional 5-year renewal term available with 9-month advance written notice and approval

Leasehold Rent:

$60,000 (CAD) per annum

Location:

The business is situated inside the vibrant Kids Market on Granville Island in Vancouver, BC. Granville Island is one of the city’s top destination districts—drawing over 10 million visitors annually.
This Market is a purpose‑built, two‑level indoor retail‑and‑play complex dedicated to families and children. It features a wide array of independent shops selling toys, clothing, accessories and more, combined with immersive indoor entertainment experiences like rides, nearby water park & an outdoor play are etc.
As part of its tourist‑friendly infrastructure, Granville Island is also served by hop‑on/hop‑off sightseeing bus tours, including major operators that list “Granville Island” as a dedicated stop.

This high foot‑traffic, tourist‑and‑local blend location puts the business in an optimal position for both gifting and family‑coordinated retail appeal.

Premises Details:

This business has a floor area of approx. 700 sq. ft & is situated on the ground level next to one the main entrances. All events of the market take place right next to the store giving it a great exposure & foot traffic.

The premises therefore sits in a high family‑traffic zone, where parents and children spend extended time browsing, playing and dining — making it an ideal location. The building itself delivers strong visibility and cross‑traffic from both local families and tourist groups seeking shopping + experience.

Adjacent to the building is the Granville Island seasonal water‑park (spray‑fountains, slides and open‑air play space) which enhances the location’s draw for families during spring and summer months.

Size in square feet:

Approx. 700 sq. ft.

Business Operation

Management type:

This business has absentee ownership.

Expansion Potential:

1. E‑Commerce & DTC Growth :-
A buyer could accelerate growth by:
Expanding online direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) sales beyond the local Vancouver area into other provinces and internationally.

2. Private‑Label & Sub‑Brand Development:-
The new sub‑brand like Kozy Basix could provides a strong foundation. A buyer could scale this into a full private‑label line using the existing family‑centric theme.
Private label allows improved margins and differentiation from competitors who carry third‑party brands.

3. Tourist & Gift‑Market Positioning:-
Granville Island draws millions of tourists annually, and is identified as a multi‑layered tourist destination blending shopping, cultural activity, play areas and food experiences.
The store could lean further into tourist‑friendly gift bundles, “take‑home” kits, and partnerships with tour operators or cruise lines to capture more gift‑purchase footfall.

4. Product Category Extension:-
The current product mix is strong: family union suits, rainwear, loungewear, accessories. But opportunities exist to add new categories.
Custom capsule collaborations with local designers or artists — enhancing “local‑Made in Vancouver” cachet.

5. Events & Partnerships
Collaborate with local schools, daycare centres, kids’ activity centres (especially given the Kids Market location) for events, trunk shows or co‑branded promotions.

Competition / Market:

1. Direct Competition Within the Market - Although there's a non-compete clause within the market but generic items like umbrellas, water bottles, back packs etc. are being carried by some of the other stores too.
2. Online & Omni‑Channel Retail Pressure - The apparel & accessories segment has competition from e‑commerce players.

Reasons for selling:

Owner is based in Calgary and managing multiple ventures. Seeking a buyer passionate about retail or family lifestyle products who can give the store a more local presence and unlock its full potential.

Trading hours:

10AM - 6AM ( 7 days a week )

Employees:

1 full & 1 part time

Years established:

2021

Other Information

Support & training:

On‑site Training (Initial Transition Period);
(A) The seller will provide a total of 4 weeks of hand holding process.
The first 7 days will include:
1. Walk‑through of the store premises, layout, fixtures, display protocols and merchandising practices.
2. Training on the Shopify POS and inventory management system, including entering new stock, pricing etc.
3. Review of supplier relationships, order cycles and vendor contacts.
4. Introduction to the staff member(s), handshake of key contacts, and explanation of the standard operating procedures (daily opening/closing routines, photo reporting, store cleaning, merchandising, etc.).

(B). Remote/Consulting Support (Post‑Closing Period) :
After the on‑site training period, the seller or manager will remain available to support the buyer for a defined period of 3 weeks to ensure a smooth transition.
Any help support or training after 3 weeks will be charged on hourly basis ( $40/hour)

Owner financing:

Owner financing is available. Please contact the seller for more information.

Financing available:

Financed option available based on the background & credit score (for 12 months) at the BDC rate of interest.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$15,000 (CAD) - included in the asking price

Inventory / Stock value:

$110,000 (CAD) - included in the asking price

Home based:

This business can be run from home

Relocatable:

This business can be relocated