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Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Prime San Carlos Location
High-Visibility Retail Space with Food Use Potential in San Jose
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San Jose, CA
$250K Modern QSR Build-Out • Efficient 926-SF • Lease Through 2034 •
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Orange County, CA
Turnkey 6-Bed RCFE with Owner’s Residence in Prime Temecula
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Temecula, CA
Drive-Thru Coffee Franchise for Sale in Orange County
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Orange County, CA
Restaurant Start Cooking Fast
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Los Angeles, CA
Electrical Contractor Business - Asset Sale
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Visalia, CA
Newly renovated saloon, Barber shop or Dog Grooming
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Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Bakery, Coffee Shop or New Concept (E2 Visa Opportunity)
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Carlsbad, CA
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Irvine, CA
Operating Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt-Sale Pending -In ESCROW
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Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey restaurant & boba shop asset sale
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San Diego, CA
Dessert and Snack Churritos and Ice cream
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South Gate, CA
Sonoma County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Sonoma County, CA
Contra Costa County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Contra Costa County, CA
El Dorado County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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El Dorado County, CA
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
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Fresno County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Fresno County, CA
Marin County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Marin County, CA
Mendocino County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Mendocino County, CA
San Joaquin County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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San Joaquin County, CA
Napa County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Napa County, CA
Placer County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Placer County, CA
Stanislaus County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Stanislaus County, CA
Solano County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Solano County, CA
San Luis Obispo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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San Luis Obispo County, CA
Santa Barbara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Santa Barbara County, CA
Ventura County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Ventura County, CA
Monterey County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Monterey County, CA
Medical Spa Burbank Ca
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Los Angeles County, CA
AI Governance & Decision Intelligence SaaS Platform
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California
Prime Restaurant Opportunity - Low Rent!
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La Mesa, CA
Seafood Restaurant Business for Sale. Great Opportunity!
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Sacramento, CA
Stable Revenue Deli & Cafe | Residential Area Asset Sale
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Costa Mesa, CA
Rare Turnkey Restaurant with Type 47 Liquor License in San Jose!
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San Jose, CA
Restaurant asset sale opportunity with below market rent
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San Diego, CA
Well-equipped restaurant near the Sports Arena
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San Diego County, CA
Full-Service Mexican Restaurant/Cantina w/ Full Bar | South Coast Area
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Santa Ana, CA
BBQ Duct Restaurant with Beer and Wine License
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Torrance, CA
Turn Key automotive and Body Shop for Lease. fully equipped
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Fullerton, CA
Riverside County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Riverside County, CA
San Mateo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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San Mateo County, CA
Alameda County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Alameda County, CA
Sacramento County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
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Sacramento County, CA
Rare 12 Beds Congregate Facility for sale
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Quartz Hill, CA
Patrick Totah
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,400 clients, selling/leasing over 1,700 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 80 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3.5 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 8,000 valuations completed.
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Established HVAC Brand with Strong Digital Presence
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Sherman Oaks, CA
Asset Sale Asian Fusion BBQ with Poke
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Diamond Bar, CA
Excellent restaurant opportunity in Millbrae off Broadway
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Millbrae, CA
Top 5 Business Rate 2025 Auto Repair & Tire Shop For Sale
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Yuba City, CA
Six-Figure Window Tint Business – Established Brand & Repeat Custo
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Escondido, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant Asset Sale in Prime North Clovis Location
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Clovis, 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.
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