California
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EBITDA: $775,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Architectural Firm
Car Wash with Property in San Bernardino County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino County, CA
$5,200,000
Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant for Sale! W/Hard Liquor License!
San Francisco, CA
$249,000
High-End Commercial & Residential Architect in Bay Area (17719)
California
$995,000
Medical Practice in Los Angeles – Well Established, Net $500K
Burbank, CA
$800,000
IRVINE High Volume Restaurant W/ Type 47 ABC License For Sale
Irvine, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $381,235
FAA Certified Aircraft Interiors & Repair Station
Long Beach, CA
$500,000
Type 47 ABC License - Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
$375,000
Asset SaleKorean Fried Chicken and Corndog
Riverside County, CA
$59,000
Asset SaleProfitable Diesel Injection Service & Repair Company
San Bernardino County, CA
$310,000
Asset Sale$98,000 Turn Key / Full kitchen / Patio (Perfect for any concept)
Tustin, CA
$98,000
Asset SaleJapanese FF, Asset Sale, Full Kitchen, Food Court.
Los Angeles County, CA
$79,000
Asset SaleFull Bar and Bistro in Studio City
Studio City, CA
$249,000
Asset SaleUnique Cafe in the Heart of Newport Coast!
Newport Beach, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleJapanese FF, "Asset Sale", Full Kitchen, Food Court, Torrance, CA
Torrance, CA
$79,000
Asset SaleSanta Clara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Jose, CA
$75,000
Timothy Haves
Petroleum Realty Group ®
Serving Orange County, CA
The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.
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Asset SaleSan Francisco County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleSan Diego County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Diego, CA
$140,000
Asset SaleOrange County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$90,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Restaurant / Production Kitchen With Parking
San Francisco, CA
$80,000
Asset SaleManufacturing Type 6 & Distribution Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleDTLA Turnkey Commissary Kitchen
Los Angeles, CA
$95,000
Asset SaleLong-Standing Westside Restaurant & Bar
Santa Monica, CA
$425,000
Asset SaleCorner Restaurant Spacious kitchen.
Newark, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleFoam Fabrication Business for Sale –EPS CNC & Polyurethane Equipment
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleFor Sale: Domain and website with a good reputation for over 30 years
Redwood City, CA
$15,000
Asset SaleRestaurant and Catering Opportunity in Thriving LA Corridor
Los Angeles, CA
$62,500
Asset SaleFull dine-in Brunch place with ABC license with patio.
La Mirada, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleEstablished Sign Shop with 35+ Years of Loyal Clientele
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Asset SaleCocktail flavored gelatin (Jell-O Shots)
Orange, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleLash and Makeup School and Salon
San Diego, CA
$38,000
Asset Sale"AAA: E Coast Hwy Site with inside and small outside seating
Corona Del Mar, CA
$300,000
Asset SaleAmerican Restaurant- Changeable to other concepts
Newport Beach, CA
$275,000
Asset SaleMassage Center in amazing Sawtelle area
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleLow rent A lot of traffic next to Ontario mills
Ontario, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleTurn Key Pest Control Business
Menifee, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleIncredible Business Opportunity in the Heart of San Benito County!
Hollister, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleScarlett Beauty Salon - Lake Balboa - LOW RENT
Lake Balboa, CA
$70,000
Asset SaleLiquor License Type 47
Monrovia, CA
$135,000
Asset SaleSeafood Rest, Build out $650K, ASSET SALE. Type41.
Los Angeles County, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleSeafood Rest, Build out $650K, ASSET SALE.Type41.
Norwalk, CA
$199,000
Asset Sale2 Gorgeous beachwear boutiques - San Clemente & Balboa Island
Newport Beach, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleHigh-traffic area luxury food hall Donut& Ice Cream Shop in Stanton
Stanton, CA
$95,000
Asset SaleFully Equipped Restaurant – No Build-Out Needed!
Orange County, CA
$89,000
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First American Brokers
Serving Placer County, CA
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Asset SaleRetail / Resturant space with full kitchen
Poway, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleTurn-Key Restaurant Asset Sale with ABC License. SF Mission-Bernal.
San Francisco, CA
$289,500
Asset SaleEstablished Skin, Body and Wellness Studio – Prime Location
Contra Costa County, CA
$168,000
Asset SaleELF BMX Products
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
Asset SaleBeautifully built out restaurant with patio
San Diego, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleWell Established Medical Practice - Profitable Retail Center Location
Victorville, CA
$499,000
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.
