Daly City, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Well Known-Longtime-Profitable Polynesian Restaurant And Retail!!
Super Split Level Deli Cafe-Absentee owner
San Francisco, CA
Catering business run semi-absentee
Sacramento County, CA
Appliance Repair company with accounts AND Technicians!
Contra Costa County, CA
Mexican Restaurant
Northridge, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant on Guerrero St., SF (Mission District)
San Francisco, CA
Prime Downtown Hermosa Restaurant and Bar Opportunity
Hermosa Beach, CA
Well Established Japanese Restaurant for Sale | $645,000
Pleasanton, CA
9 FedEx Ground Routes, Carson CA
Carson, CA
Breakfast & Lunch cafe, Full Bar, Large Patio
Hollywood, CA
Dry Cleaners in Roseville for sale!
Roseville, CA
Arco Direct Business Only with Long Term Lease Tanks replaced 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Established & Profitable Limousine Company
Corona, CA
Polk Gulch Wine Bar For Sale
San Francisco County, CA
Santa Monica Area Bar with Kitchen – Stellar Freeway Access
Santa Monica, CA
A Business with "Location,Location,Location!
Placer County, CA
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BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
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Thriving Wine Business & Tasting Room Opportunity – Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
Upscale Womens Clothing Boutique in Fashionable Westcliffe Plaza
Newport Beach, CA
Manufacturer / Distributor of Industrial Rollers (RE avail)
Los Angeles County, CA
***In Escrow*** Highly Profitable Pipe Manufacturer**
Los Angeles, CA
Central California Logistics-REAL ESTATE AVAILABLE
California
Liquor Store - 12 Years in Business - Retiring - Koreatown, Los Angles
Los Angeles, CA
Prominent Water Tank Business
San Luis Obispo, CA
Tiny Homes on Wheels or Pad CA approved
Princeton, CA
Profitable Nail Salon Amazing Location in Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
Restaurant w Beer & Wine - Walk to USC -
Los Angeles, CA
Bar & Grill with Entertainment type 47 ABC License
Orange County, CA
Profitable Residential Smart Home Integration/ Audio Visual Co.
Los Angeles, CA
Great Flower Shop With up Side in The Heart of OC
Orange County, CA
Profitable Body Shop with Property in Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Thriving Hand Therapy Clinic for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Highly Profitable Multi Unit Urgent Care Centers in greater LA (2)
Los Angeles County, CA
Remarkable Restaurant/Bar/Event Space in Downtown Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
Menchies Frozen Yogurt Shop -PRICE REDUCED
Los Angeles County, CA
Gift Shop in La Plaza Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
Turn-Key Daiquiri Shop Business For Sale with Drive-Thru For Sale in S
California
Longtime Gift Basket Business-Absentee Owners
San Francisco County, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant in SF (Lower Nob Hill) Great Location!!
San Francisco, CA
Very Profitable Freight Company Serving Southern California
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare Direct to Consumer (DTC) Legacy Wine Importer in a growing niche
California
Mediterranean Restaurant, Decades of Profits & Established Clients!
Winnetka, CA
Sushi Restaurant - Full Kitchen - ABC License
Ladera Ranch, CA
Nightclub/Restaurant/Kareoke/MusicVenue
Torrance, CA
HVAC Contractor—Commercial and Residential
California
Eon Lew
District Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Helicopter Flight School and Touring
Los Angeles County, CA
***In Escrow*** Profitable HOA Property Management Company in OC
Orange County, CA
Spa & Wellness Center
Santa Barbara, CA
Price Reduced! Korean BBQ Chicken restaurant for Sale in Prunedale!
Prunedale, CA
Turnkey Northern California Fencing Company
Shasta County, CA
Established Market with Beer & Wine for Sale
Ventura, CA
Buy or Sell a Business in California
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.
