Tracy, CA
$949,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Real EstateBusiness Real Estate / Commercial Building
Real EstateOpportunity to develop a commercial/industrial lot
Mountain House, CA
$3,000,000
Real EstateGas Station, C Store with RE, Blythe, California
Blythe, CA
$4,500,000
Real EstateUnbranded Gas Station
Union City, CA
$1,000,000
Real EstateSinclair Branded Gas Station
Downey, CA
$1,900,000
Real EstateUnbranded Business Only Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateBusiness only Unbranded Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateDrive thru liquor store
Baldwin Park, CA
$869,000
Real Estate1600 SQ Ft Great Neighborhood
Laguna Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateHot Listing-13 Bed Elderly Facility 4SALE-$62k Monthly Gross
Santa Rosa, CA
$3,000,000
Real EstatePrime 6,150 sq. ft. Corner Lot – High-Traffic Location in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$1,250,000
Real EstateSecond Generation Restaurant Space Available!
Woodland Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateUnbranded Gas Station with Beer and Wine License.
Exeter, CA
$2,100,000
Real EstatePrime Commercial Property in South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
$1,860,000
Real EstateFood Truck Parking Stop + Commercial Kitchen for Lease
Hayward, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateAlcohol recovery center In Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach, CA
$28,800,000
Dustin Sigall
SD Business Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
With over 800 businesses sold nationwide since 2007, our team is the largest and most experienced group of Business Advisors in Southern California. We specialize in selling companies across all industries. From main street to lower middle-market M&A transactions. We match qualified buyers with quality businesses while maintaining strict confidentiality.
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Real EstateMajor Brand Gas Station & Property - Owner Carry Available
Ventura, CA
$5,350,000
Real EstateRestaurant & Wine Bar with Real Estate in the Heart of Santa Ynez!
Santa Barbara County, CA
$4,950,000
Real EstateShop building San Francisco Great Location!
San Francisco, CA
$1,495,000
Real EstateCoronado Restaurant - ORANGE AVE
California
$330,000
Real EstatePrime Multi-Use signalize corner location on South La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
$7,500,000
Real EstateDog Kennel and Cat Boarding Popular and Turnkey in Northern California
California
$1,945,000
Real EstateNorthgate Gonzalez Market // Land For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$26,000,000
Real EstateFully Equipped Restaurant Space for lease
Ridgecrest, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building
California
$7,543,000
Real EstateShine City Car Wash – Profitable Express Wash in Hemet, CA
Hemet, CA
$3,500,000
Real EstateOver 30 years running Auto parts shop + Property
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Real EstateA profitable American family restaurant is on sale with the property
Cypress, CA
$2,600,000
Real EstateReal Estate, Brewery and 25-year SBA Pre-Approved Loan
Tuolumne County, CA
$1,375,000
Real Estate2 commercial condos for sale in SF Little Saigon district
San Francisco, CA
$2,900,000
Real EstateMini Market Lease in Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateTURNKEY MEDICAL SUITES (2).....Sublease or Assignment.
Fullerton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateA short operating hour Beer and Wine market with a property
Los Angeles, CA
$1,290,000
Real EstateRestaurant Property For Sale in Fortuna! Upgraded Restaurant Building
Fortuna, CA
$1,390,000
Real EstatePalumbo Vineyards and Winery Including Residence/Vacation Rental
Temecula, CA
$6,950,000
Real EstateTurnkey Auto Shop for Lease – Fully Equipped & Ready for Business
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate3 Elderly Care Homes 4SALE-Grossing $136,000 Month-Fresno
Fresno, CA
$750,000
Real EstateSilverlake Gem – Turnkey Virgil Village Restaurant Space for Lease
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateSpectacular Wedding Venue and Agri-Tourism Center with Family Compound
Murrieta, CA
$11,500,000
Real Estate2nd generation restaurant with CUP for full liquor available for Lease
Sherman Oaks, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateLandmark Restaurant & Bar in High Net Worth Area
Calabasas, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateRestaurant Space Available for Lease!
North Hollywood, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateRemodeled Market With, Gas Station, Rental Homes With Re
Madera County, CA
$3,950,000
Real EstateLittle Tokyo Office/Retail Space
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Bob Brooks
Bay Area Business Brokers
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
Bay Area Business Brokers are experts at bridging the gap between business buyers and sellers. Whether you are acquiring, selling or exit planning our intermediaries can guide you towards a successful transition.
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Real EstateProfitable Roadside Burger Drive-In with Real Estate – SBA Ready
Burney, CA
$299,000
Real EstateHigh-Volume Branded Gas Stations For Sale Arco | Chevron | 76 – Pri
California
Not Disclosed
Real EstateAuto Parts over $1ml inventory sale price $350,000.
Van Nuys, CA
$350,000
Real EstateMexican Restaurant Full ABC with Real Estate
Santa Paula, CA
$2,499,000
Real Estate85 Acres with White Water Rafting. Property Included 4,200 River Front
Rumsey, CA
$2,250,000
Real EstateFormer Nail Salon / Prime Retail Space for Lease
Van Nuys, CA
Not Disclosed
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.
