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Built-Out Fast Food Restaurant Space – Canoga Park Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Full kitchen with continental freezer, walk-in cooler, cold table, steam table, grill, hood, mini split, and swamp cooler....

$40,000

$40,000

New Turnkey Restaurant w/ Very Low Rent Near Ocean Ave. w/ Beer & Wine
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

DO NOT DISTURB EMPLOYEES - TOURS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Introduction: Insert yourself in the beachside dining conversation along with some of Santa Monica’s most popular restaurants. 413 Santa Monica...

$159,000

$159,000

Asian Dumpling restaurant for sale near Stonetown of San Francisco
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a restaurant space located in a well-established neighborhood plaza near the Stonetown area in San Francisco. This location benefits from strong residential density,...

$148,000

$148,000

Incredibly charming restaurant & bar Arts District
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

A rare hospitality opportunity in the heart of the Arts District. The offering includes 1,268 SF of interior space plus an expansive 4,300 SF patio, creating a highly desirable indoor-outdoor...

$250,000

$250,000

TURNKEY Restaurant Space In Prime Alhambra
Asset Sale

Alhambra, CA

Beautifully remodeled 1,250 SF restaurant space located in the heart of Alhambra’s highly coveted Main Street corridor. This turnkey opportunity features a 13+ foot hood, efficient layout, and modern...

$120,000

$120,000

ASSET SALE Laundromat in Ventura County
Asset Sale

Oxnard, CA

ASSET SALE laundromat in a densely populated area of Northern Ventura County. You have the option to acquire the equipment only or take it further by revitalizing the entire operation....

$350,000

$350,000

5,600 Sq. Ft. Turnkey Full Kitchen Restaurant & Bar
Asset Sale

Fresno, CA

Newly build full kitchen restaurant available in a fast-growing part of Fresno County. The entire place has been recently remodeled with modern decor and is fully equipped, including a full commercial...

$149,000

$149,000

Prime Restaurant Opportunity in High-Traffic Plaza in Rancho Cordova
Asset Sale

Rancho Cordova, CA

Imagine walking into your own Chinese restaurant in one of Rancho Cordova's busiest plazas. This 2,000 square foot space is waiting for you to bring your culinary vision to life. You'll love the...

$268,000

$268,000

Rare Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Peninsula Trade Area
Asset Sale

Millbrae, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a restaurant business in a desirable Peninsula location with strong visibility and convenient access. Positioned within an established commercial corridor, the area is...

$268,000

$268,000

Nail salon for sale in Pinole with nice ambiance
Asset Sale

Pinole, CA

Imagine walking into your own beautifully appointed nail salon in the heart of Pinole! This turnkey opportunity offers everything you need to start serving clients immediately. You'll love the...

$65,000

$65,000

Asset Sale – Fully Built-Out & Equipped Food Service Space | $150K
Asset Sale

Anaheim, CA

> Business Overview: • A casual dining concept is being offered as an asset sale. • The business is currently operating and is suited for an owner-operator or small team. • A fully built-out food...

$150,000

$150,000

Prime Turnkey Opportunity: Restaurant with Type 1 hood W/ Great Rent
Asset Sale

Anaheim, CA

1. Prime Location & Strategic Accessibility,Seamless Connectivity: Immediate access to the I-5 and SR-57 freeways, facilitating easy commutes for customers from across Orange County. 2.Major Landmark...

$149,000

$149,000

Sushi restaurant in San Pedro with Real Estate is available
Asset Sale

San Pedro, CA

***IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1036 Area: San Pedro Asking Price:...

$150,000

$150,000

Off-Market 15 Beds RCFE Real Estate for Sale - In Escrow
Asset Sale

Vista, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a rare 15-beds RCFE in San Diego County - a rare and highly sought-after that drives strong resident demand. Highlights • Past Record of monthly Rent Roll: $56K...

$2,650,000

$2,650,000

Mediterranean Restaurant: Huntington Beach, California
Asset Sale

Huntington Beach, CA

Mediterranean Restaurant: Huntington Beach, California Is "For Sale" by Regional Real Estate - Commercial. Business is located in the city of Huntington Beach, California. Open 7 days a week from 11am...

$119,999

$119,999

Pacific Beach Cafe For Sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Rare turn-key 800 SF café opportunity. Ready for light café, coffee, juice, or dessert concepts. No hood. Contact broker for confidentiality agreement to learn more....

$180,000

$180,000

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

Serving Riverside County, CA

First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the accessibility and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers and the largest inventory of businesses available for sale. Our team will help you thru all the steps to sell or buy a business as a part of your business plan. We are a brokerage firm that will guide you from a business valuation to each milestone of the process and back you up as a legal shield avoiding risks and becoming your negotiator for this new lifetime decision. In summary, if you have a business you would like to sell or are ready to buy a business, the First Choice team would be proud to be your “First Choice” for buyer or seller representation, we genuinely care and understand the plans you have for YOU and your loved ones. We create opportunities for people: The Business Brokerage core business is actually a “people business” first and foremost, and we understand this. We create business opportunities that deliver value for people’s life. We are experts on the process: With a combination of business finance, marketing and operations, we highlight the real value that business buyers and sellers’ demand. From initial strategic exit planning through valuation, acquisition and marketing to closing the deal. Structuring, negotiating and closing deals: Our transactions are life-changing for the business owners, their families and employees. We understand the “psychology of the deal” and the emotions that come with it. We manage all the implications so you can experience a smooth process. It’s about knowing the true value of your company: We understand your business and its true value in order to present the opportunity to strategic buyers that are looking for your specific true value, and therefore willing to pay more. Formulation of the right strategy involves experience.

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Japanese restaurant for sale in high desirable of Elk Grove
Asset Sale

Elk Grove, CA

Located in a highly desirable and busy retail plaza in the Sacramento / Elk Grove area, this restaurant benefits from strong foot traffic, excellent visibility, and abundant parking. The space is...

$258,000

$258,000

Japanese restaurant for sale in Newark
Asset Sale

Newark, CA

Located in a busy retail plaza in the Newark area, this restaurant benefits from high traffic flow, strong visibility, and a diverse mix of dining establishments within the center, generating...

$218,000

$218,000

Established Beauty salon for sale in Union City
Asset Sale

Union City, CA

Located in a busy retail plaza in Union City, this well-established salon has been operating for 20+ years, benefiting from steady foot traffic and a loyal customer base. The space is fully set up and...

$52,000

$52,000

Korean Pocha-Style Bar for Sale in LA Koreatown
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

LA Koreatown Korean Pub / Pocha for Sale Opportunity to Expand Daytime Operations · Reasonable Offers Considered This Korean-style pub and pocha is located in a prime area in the heart of LA...

$85,000

$85,000

For sale In-Home care agency with active NPI In San Ramon, California
Asset Sale

San Ramon, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly distinctive, turnkey in-home care agency—currently the only agency on the market with an active NPI (National Provider Identifier), creating immediate...

$280,000

$280,000

Turnkey Hair Salon in Prime Bay Area Location
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

TURNKEY HAIR AND NAIL SALON SAN FRANCISCO OCEAN AVE PRICED AT $58K Established in 2021, this turnkey hair and nail salon is located on busy Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, offering strong visibility,...

$58,000

$58,000

Premium Built Out Full Service Restaurant
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

Located in North Orange County on a major retail corridor with strong visibility and traffic. recent premium build out, lots of nearby parking, and a popular outdoor patio that adds an unparalleled...

$250,000

$250,000

Upscale Cafe - Restaurant for sale in Folsom
Asset Sale

Folsom, CA

Fully built-out Cafe - Restaurant, turnkey café/restaurant located in a strong retail corridor of Folsom. Located next to major amenities in Folsom and HWY 50. The business operates six days per week...

$115,000

$115,000

$120k/mo, Rent$6500 (All) 10 Yr+2x5 Yr Option, All Facility Remodelled
Asset Sale

San Bernardino, CA

* gross sales $120k Water sales $5k—7k /mo. Net profit Comission income from CA Lotto $25000/yr. Not included gross sales * store size 2700 sq,ft * lot size: approx 15000 soft (sufficient parking...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Fast Food location. Bring your concept! Corner with large parking lot
Asset Sale

Stockton, CA

1,600 sq.ft. Seats 28 inside & 16 outside in a private patio. High traffic location. Large monument sign. Large 18' Type 1 full cooking hood. Set up for Quick Serve/Fast Food, but can easily be a full...

$95,000

$95,000

Rare Opportunity - Boutique Nightclub/Lounge on Iconic Sunset Strip
Asset Sale

West Hollywood, CA

This spot is a destination for private celebrations, birthdays and exclusive events. Speakeasy boutique nightclub is hidden behind discreet doors that opens to an environment with sophisticated...

$485,000

$485,000

Dumpling restaurant for sale in Millbrae
Asset Sale

Millbrae, CA

Established Chinese dumpling restaurant available for acquisition through asset sale in Millbrae, California. This operational food service establishment specializes in authentic Chinese cuisine with...

$268,000

$268,000

Restaurant and Taqueria in Garden Grove
Asset Sale

Garden Grove, CA

Imagine walking into your own restaurant space in a charming Garden Grove residential plaza - this could be your next business venture! This well-positioned taqueria offers you the perfect foundation...

$99,000

$99,000

Turn key Resturant Asset Sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

TURNKEY RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - SAN DIEGO OPPORTUNITY This fully equipped restaurant asset presents an exceptional opportunity for restaurateurs seeking immediate market entry in San Diego's...

$49,500

$49,500

Dental office for lease
Asset Sale

Ventura County, CA

2670 Sq Ft Dental office for lease. The office include 8 operating rooms, one office, one treatment coordination room, one lab,and much much more, All new and up to date equipment, upgraded computers....

$11,500

$11,500

Turnkey Beauty & Nail Studio Asset Sale
Asset Sale

West Covina, CA

Available for immediate asset transfer: a fully equipped Beauty & Nail studio located in a premier street-front position in West Covina. This approximately 1,800 sq. ft. facility offers an exceptional...

$15,000

$15,000

Type 47 ABC Liquor License – Sacramento County
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

FOR SALE: Type 47 ABC Liquor License – Sacramento County Rare opportunity to acquire an active Type 47 ABC Liquor License in Sacramento County. This license allows the sale of beer, wine, and...

$26,000

$26,000

5 Days Brunch-$1M+ sales /ABC #41 / $195.000
Asset Sale

Chino, CA

**Asset sale** This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, high-volume brunch restaurant with proven annual sales exceeding $1M. The business operates in a spacious 2,175 sq ft location...

$195,000

$195,000

Restaurant turnkey in Fullerton
Asset Sale

Fullerton, CA

Restaurant for Sale — Turnkey Fullerton Location **Price Reduce** Prime opportunity on Imperial Hwy — high-traffic, highly visible Fullerton restaurant, turnkey and move-in ready. Clean,...

$225,000

$225,000

Turnkey Restaurant Space-Cypress-Currently IN ESCROW
Asset Sale

Cypress, CA

IN ESCROW-Fully Equipped Restaurant Space – Ideal for New Concept | High Traffic Center Description: Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant space in a prime...

$59,000

$59,000

Asset Sale Coffee Shop with great potentials
Asset Sale

Riverside, CA

MONTHLY RENT: $4,651 + $1,750 NNN. LEASE TERMS: 3+ 5+ 5 STORE SIZE: 1,750 SQFT OPEN HOURS: 6 AM- 3 PM MON~ SUN. OWNER SINCE: 2023 REASON FOR SELLING: MOVING. OWNER ABSENTEE RUN. GREAT LOCATION...

$49,000

$49,000

Smog Test-Only Station | 39 Years Established | Turnkey | High-Demand
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established Smog Test-Only station has been successfully serving the community for nearly 40 years, building a loyal customer base and generating consistent repeat business. With a...

$42,000

$42,000

Nail & beauty salon for sale
Asset Sale

Beverly Hills, CA

1000 SqFt luxury Nail & beauty salon was established 2021. services included Nail, hair eyelash, facial treatment and much more. Open 6 days a week Collecting $3000 from room/chairs MUST SELL...

$59,000

$59,000

Turn-key women’s fashion store in the heart of Rancho Cucamonga
Asset Sale

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-positioned, turn-key women’s fashion boutique in Rancho Cucamonga. This established business has built a strong reputation for offering fashionable,...

$40,000

$40,000

Full service restaurant with 2 hoods Asset sale
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

ESTABLISHED FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - PRIME RUSSIAN HILL LOCATION This asset sale presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant operation in San...

$150,000

$150,000

Great Opportunity To Purchase A 47 Liquor License Or 48 Liquor License
Asset Sale

Orange, CA

Professional liquor license acquisition opportunity featuring Type 47 (Beer and Wine) and Type 48 (General On-Sale) licenses available across multiple California counties. This asset sale provides...

$85,000

$85,000

Restaurant -Prime Downtown Corner. Assets & Lease-Bring your concept!
Asset Sale

Los Gatos, CA

Fully equipped with everything you need to run a restaurant with full bar. Type 1 full cooking hood. Nearly 500 sq.ft. of outside seating in addition to 1,500 sq.ft. inside. A+ location in Los Gatos....

$235,000

$235,000

Type 47 Liquor License - $1.4M Gross Sales – Palo Alto Restaurant
Asset Sale

Palo Alto, CA

**Photo not actual picture of restaurant** Key Highlights: -All FF&E included (kitchen equipment, hood, fixtures, etc.) -Type 1 Hood 12 ft -Any concept -Grease trap -Secure lease 10 plus 5 years...

$250,000

$250,000

Pramod Patel

Just Elementary, Inc. Commercial Business Brokers.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers has assisted owners with selling a diverse array of businesses including: Tool & Die Manufacturing Electrical Contractor Service Television Studio Catering Business Burger King with Real Estate Recording Studio Injection Molding Business Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers helps clients evaluate businesses to determine their value and helps determine what steps are necessary to make the business more valuable.

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Turn-Key Salad bar for Sale | Convert to any concept w/ No Restriction
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Great Asset Sale Opportunity - Prime Business District with Corporate Neighbors Rent : $3,800.00 Cam : $700.00 Size : 1300sf Imagine walking into your own turn-key salad and juice bar in one of...

$49,000

$49,000

Restaurant – 3,200 SF, Low Rent, Flexible Conversion Opportunity
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

This established Ethiopian restaurant offers 3,200 sq. ft. of usable space in a high-traffic San Jose corridor surrounded by commercial buildings and steady daily foot traffic. The operation has been...

$99,000

$99,000

Sushi Zono-Assets & Lease. 1,800 sf. Low rent. 11 ft. hood.
Asset Sale

Campbell, CA

Sushi Zono. 831 W. Hamilton Ave. PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB OR TALK TO EMPLOYEES. Fully equipped restaurant with 11 food type 1 hood, nice bathrooms and new electrical panel. New 10 year lease at $4/ft (+...

$79,000

$79,000

Rare Hermosa Pier Micro-Cafe Location w/ Patio & Bay Windows + Parking
Asset Sale

Hermosa Beach, CA

This is one of the few small-format food spaces available near the Hermosa Beach Pier, these locations rarely become available and lease quickly. At approximately $195 per day in occupancy cost, the...

$60,000

$60,000

Torrance Del Amo Mall Brand New Turnkey Restaurant for Lease
Asset Sale

Torrance, CA

Premises: 6450' plus outdoor patio Rent: $6.00 psf Gross All in plus utilities Very Substantial Landlord T. I. Contribution Parking: Shopping Center Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Liquor...

$295,000

$295,000

"Saratoga" Downtown Turn-Key restaurant Prime Location!
Asset Sale

Saratoga, CA

"Saratoga" Downtown Turn-Key restaurant Prime Location This turnkey restaurant asset sale presents a strategic opportunity to acquire a fully equipped 1,672 square foot dining establishment from...

$250,000

$250,000

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Major Metro Areas

More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:

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.

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.