Rialto, CA
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7 FedEx Linehaul Runs for sale - ABSENTEE OWNED!
Profitable Home Health Agency - Medicare Certified
Upland, CA
Established Auto Repair
Grass Valley, CA
Locals favorite - high volume - high profit Japanese Grill & Cocktail
Costa Mesa, CA
Turnkey Wellness Retail Business Available Individually or as Package
Contra Costa County, CA
Highly Profitable Comfort & Wellness Retail Business | Package Deal
San Mateo County, CA
Established Specialty Retail, Café & Coffee Roasting Business
Modesto, CA
Est. 40 year Tax, Accounting, and Payroll Practice $1,750,000 Revenue
Orange, CA
(Sold! ) Edible Arrangements - Perfect for Owner Operators
San Joaquin County, CA
Kids indoor playground business for sale
Fontana, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant
Temecula, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
(2 Separate Locations) Cafe Bakery for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Move-In-Ready Kids' Party Franchise
$15,000
Orange County, CA
Corner Mexican Restaurant with Beer & Wine
San Jose, CA
Laundromat in Hemet, California
Hemet, CA
Iconic Business Technologies Inc.
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
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Laundromat in Hemet, California
Hemet, CA
Established Sporting Goods in Prime Tustin Strip Center – Turnkey Ret
Orange County, CA
39-Year-Established Auto Repair, Body Shop & Smog Check Business
Los Angeles, CA
High-Traffic Convenience Store | $300K Revenue, 40% Margin
Alameda County, CA
Encino CPA Firm for Sale
Encino, CA
Encino Highly Profitable Turn Key Restaurant For Sale
Encino, CA
Owner-Operated Skin Care Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
Neighborhood Favorite VERY Profitable Nail Salon + Lash Spa!
Los Angeles County, CA
High Margin Dessert Franchise Busy Mall location.
$475,000
Bakersfield, CA
Discount Market - Profitable & Long standing - ASSET SALE!!
Los Angeles County, CA
2 Locations: Cafe Bakery for Sale
San Luis Obispo, CA
Craft Bacon Producer
Bakersfield, CA
Established Turnkey Tanning & Wellness Salon - Motivated Seller
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Well-Established Turnkey Pizzeria with Beer & Wine Licence for Sale !
Pleasanton, CA
Full Service Pack & Ship Store: $100,000!
San Diego, CA
Established Dental practice over 21 years, great location near 10 FWY
Los Angeles, CA
Panama Bar and Restaurant
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chico, CA
Raisin Dehydrator, Packing and Marketing Company
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Smog Shop
San Marcos, CA
Profitable Property Management Business with Real Estate Portfolio
$745,000
Tulare County, CA
Profitable San Diego Irrigation Business — Owner Retiring
San Diego, CA
Established hair salon for sale in studio city
Los Angeles, CA
Very High-Margin Dental Practice | 3-Day Schedule
Camarillo, CA
Gas Station, C Store Liquor Store with RE
Kern County, CA
Well-Known Full-Service Indian Restaurant (ABC - Type 47)
Visalia, CA
Established and Profitable Truck Body Repair- Make Offer!!
Los Angeles, CA
Best Tasting Room on Main Street Murphys
Murphys, CA
Charming Japanese Restaurant for Sale Near College Campus
Azusa, CA
Mike Jani
Fortune Franchising Inc.
Serving Orange County, CA
Selling your business F A S T and for most V A L U E
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High-Quality Artisan Bakery for Sale – Turnkey
Ventura, CA
Neighborhood Pub
Orange County, CA
Longtime Well-Established Hair Salon and Boutique
$190,000
Red Bluff, CA
Turnkey 4-Chair Beauty Salon in Escondido – Established Clientele
Escondido, CA
Cafe Bakery - Two Separate Locations for Sale
Bakersfield, CA
Large-Scale Operating Mushroom Farm | 9.6 Acres Owned Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego County, CA
14 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA
Bloomington, CA
Fully Renovated 6-Bed RCFE – Orange County
Lake Forest, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA
Bloomington, CA
6 FedEx Linehaul Team Runs - Sacramento CA
Sacramento, 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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