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Oakland, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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FOR LEASE - 4184 Piedmont Ave. Established Restaurant Space
Prime 2nd-Generation Restaurant in Hotel/Convention Center Zone
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Palm Springs, CA
Second Generation Restaurant Space Little Tokyo
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Los Angeles, CA
Versatile RE asset - Perfect location for an ARF or income property
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Fullerton, CA
Prime RCFE or ARF: Brand-New 26-Bed Licensed Facility for lease
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Ramona, CA
1600 SQ Ft Great Neighborhood
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Laguna Hills, CA
2nd Generation Juice Shop for Sale
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Azusa, CA
Excellent opportunity to buy a brand-new Chevron Extra Mile
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Redding, CA
2nd Generation Restaurant Space on Prime Chatsworth Corner
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Chatsworth, CA
2nd Generation Restaurant Available on Prime Hollywood Corner
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Hollywood, CA
Restaurant Space Available in Calabasas
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Calabasas, CA
Owner-User Investment Opportunity-Building & Property in Fresno,CA
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Fresno, CA
Idyllwild Mixed Use Building
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Riverside County, CA
Medical building for sale
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Ventura County, CA
Prime redevelopment opportunity in North Inglewood.
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Inglewood, CA
RARE Palo Alto Commercial Property – Won’t Last
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Palo Alto, CA
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
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Drive thru Hamburger with Free Standing Building No Including Business
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Gardena, CA
For lease - NO KEY MONEY - Beautiful Melrose Ave. Restaurant w/ Patio
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West Hollywood, CA
$879,000 / - 2516ft2
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Canyon Country, CA
7254 Foothill Blvd, Tujunga Restaurant/Banquet Space
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San Fernando, CA
Historical Restaurant with Assets, Hotel and a Mixed Use Clubhouse!
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Lake Arrowhead, CA
For Sale or Lease - 3000 Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA
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Bakersfield, CA
632 Broadway, San Diego
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San Diego, CA
Major Brand Gas Station & Property - Owner Carry Available
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Ventura, CA
Arco Direct Gas Station and Property
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Los Angeles, CA
Confidential Restaurant Opportunity – Premier Southern California
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San Bernardino, CA
Historic Ark Row Retail Opportunity
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Marin County, CA
Rare High-Capacity Lic Child Care Real Est | 1.87ac | Tenant in Place.
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Thousand Palms, CA
Fully Built Out Restaurant - Downtown Palm Springs
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Palm Springs, CA
Priced at $4.25million - Real Estate Included - SBA Loan Pre-approved
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Sonora, CA
For Sale or Lease, Fully Remodeled Building
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Bakersfield, CA
Fluff and Fold Full-Service Laundromat with Real Estate
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Paradise, CA
FOR LEASE - 135 Park Place in Historic Point Richmond
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Contra Costa County, CA
For Sale: Major Brand Gas Station – Business Only
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Ventura, CA
Second-Generation Bakery or Pizza Space in Prime Redding Retail Hub
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Shasta Lake, CA
Bar & Building For Sale! Chico's Popular and Established Pub
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Chico, CA
Improved Commercial Building on Main St with Acreage!
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Quincy, CA
Two 6-acre Buildable Country Parcels in Salinas, CA
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Salinas, CA
Dental Practice for Lease
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Los Angeles, CA
Gas station & Property for sale
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Fillmore, CA
2nd Generation Restaurant Space @ 3858 Piedmont Avenue
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Alameda, CA
Turnkey Restaurant Condo Located at 116 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA
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Vista, CA
Nice Clean Self Car Wash with Good Income and Property
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Tustin, CA
Space for Lease – Vibrant Mixed-Use Venue in Downtown Oakland
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Oakland, CA
Kacy Carlsen
Kacy Carlsen - Business Broker
Serving Riverside County, CA
At Kacy Carlsen Business Brokerage, we help business owners successfully sell their businesses and guide buyers through the process of acquiring existing companies. We specialize in Main Street and lower middle-market businesses across a variety of industries, providing confidential representation, strategic marketing, buyer qualification, negotiation support, and transaction coordination from initial consultation through closing. With a background as a lifelong entrepreneur, business owner, and marketer, Kacy understands that every business represents years of hard work and personal investment. Whether you're preparing for retirement, pursuing your next opportunity, or looking to become a business owner, our goal is to make the process as smooth, informed, and successful as possible. We believe every transaction begins with trust, clear communication, and a confidential conversation.
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Turnkey Restaurant & Bar - Prime Downtown Sacramento Location
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Sacramento, CA
Gas Station, Food Store With Real Estate
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Porterville, CA
Commercial Property in South Lake Tahoe
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El Dorado County, CA
Dental Space Available with Fixtures, Furnishings and Equipment Avail.
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Simi Valley, CA
Prime Multi-unit Building for Sale
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Cupertino, CA
Chico's Popular and Established PARK AVENUE PUB is For Sale!
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Chico, 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.
