Our Panorama City Valley Indoor Swap Meet gets millions of customers per year. Businesses often don't succeed because of high start-up/fixed costs and high advertising expenses that return very few customers. Our Swap Meet has the customer base, the startup costs are unbelievably low, and the advertising - we do it for you!
At our Swap Meet, the business owner has the chance to quickly establish a prosperous business. Since there are no leases, the fixed costs are eliminated and there is very little risk involved.
The Panorama City Valley Indoor Swap Meet enjoys a reputation of quality merchandise at amazing prices. Customers from all of Southern California will find the best bargains at any of our many shops.
For the cost of running a basic ad in the local paper, you will:
- be able to rent a booth on a month-to-month basis (no lease),
- not be required to give a security deposit,
- not be charged common area fees, and
- have a loyal customer base.
We also offer free parking. When you add up all the benefits, the decision is simple - any small business will have a great opportunity to be successful. As I mentioned earlier, advertising costs can be really high, and getting thousands of people to walk by your business each day sounds almost impossible. Not at our Swap Meet, so all you need to do is contact our management for details and availability.
Panorama
City - 24 Days (Mon-Fri 11am-7pm, Sat-Sun 10 am-6pm, Tuesdays closed)
The Panorama City Swap Meet has two stories, and the rates vary based on size and location. Please contact the management office for details and availability. Prices may also vary during the holidays when the Swap Meet is open for extended hours and days. In general, the rates are as follows:
First Floor
- $540 Regular Space (9x13)
Second Floor
- $380 Regular Space (9x13)
Additional charges
- $15 Business License/Tax (per 4 week period - in place of business license)
- $75 Electrical/Advertising/Maintenance/Security Fee per 4 week period
- Based on usage – covers up to 500 watts, additional wattage will be charged
- $10 for each additional space
- $250 Move In Fee & Booth Preparation (one time fee)
Q: I am interested in becoming a Vendor; what is the process?
A: In order to become a Vendor at the Panorama City Swap Meet, visit our management office to fill out any necessary forms. You should also bring samples of your merchandise, so that we can have an idea of what you will be selling.
Q: Do I have to sign a long-term lease?
A: No. The Swap Meet operates within four-week time periods, and all spaces are filled according to this schedule. Spaces will be filled once every four weeks from vendors on the waiting list. Renewal notices are handed out on the third week of each four-week block.
Q: What are the hours of operations?
A: Vendors shall remain open for business at all times that the Swap Meet is open for business, Monday through Friday 11 am - 7 pm (closed on Tuesdays), and Satuday and Sunday 10am to 6 pm. Vendor shall not open late or close early. Swap Meet days may vary during holidays and promotion events.
Q: How do you select vendors?
A: We select vendors with merchandise we feel best suits the space just vacated. We also select vendors based on their experience.
Q: Do I need any license to sell merchandise at the Swap Meet?
A: You are required to have a valid Resale Permit from the California State Board of Equalization (http://www.boe.ca.gov).
Q: What merchandise items am I restricted from selling?
A: You may not sell food items, guns, pornography, or any illegal items. You may only sell the items approved by the managers and that are listed in your contract.
Q: When can I fix up the booth and load the merchandise?
A: The Swap Meet is open for loading, unloading, and booth construction one hour prior to the opening of the business. Also, each booth can be customized to fit your style, theme, product, and taste.
Q: At the end of the day, do I have to remove my merchandise?
A: Since it's an indoor swap meet, vendors can leave their merchandise in the building. Each booth is locked up at the end of the day.
Q: If I take a space, may I transfer to another space if one becomes available?
A: We generally try to accommodate the requests of our existing sellers before offering the space to someone on the waiting list.
Panorama City - Valley Indoor Swap Meet
14650 Parthenia Street
Panorama City, CA 91402
Tel: 818-892-0183
Fax: 818-894-5676
Email: pcmgr@indoorswap.com
Mon-Fri (closed Tues) from 11:00am - 7:00pm
Sat-Sun from 10:00am - 6:00pm
For general questions, please email info@indoorswap.com