Los Angeles County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Discount Market - Profitable & Long standing - ASSET SALE!!
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 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
High Margin Dessert Franchise Busy Mall location.
$475,000
Bakersfield, CA
Gas Station, C Store Liquor Store with RE
Kern County, CA
Well-Known Full-Service Indian Restaurant (ABC - Type 47)
Visalia, CA
Johnathan Choe
TransWorld
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.
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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
High-Quality Artisan Bakery for Sale – Turnkey
Ventura, CA
Neighborhood Pub
Orange County, 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
Profitable Property Management Business with Real Estate Portfolio
$745,000
Tulare 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
15 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA. 2.0 integrated.
South San Francisco, CA
Established Asian Grocery Store | Turnkey Opportunity
Riverside County, CA
9 FedEx Ground Routes, Carson CA
Carson, CA
Very profitable Absentee run restaurant & full-bar lounge
California
ARCO Gas with C-Store Real Estate & Rental Income
Orange County, CA
Fleet Maintenance Company with National Service Contracts
San Bernardino County, CA
Longtime Well-Established Hair Salon and Boutique
$190,000
Red Bluff, CA
Smoke Shop, Monthly Net $50K, Fully Staffed
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Downtown Market – Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
Event Production for Luxury Apartment Communities — Est. CA Brand
Los Angeles County, CA
Service Business- Premier Window Tinting, Vehicle Wrap & Sign Company
San Luis Obispo County, CA
20-Year-Old Amazon Men’s Accessories Brand
California
500 Customers - One Opportunity
California
Highly Profitable Popular Bakery & Cafe in East Bay – Semi-Absentee
Contra Costa County, CA
Highly Profitable Engineering Consulting Firm - $1.4M Backlog
Riverside, CA
John Jomehri
KW Commercial - South Bay
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Our commercial team consists of knowledgeable, results-driven individuals who aim to provide clients with one-of-a-kind experiences. We understand that choosing the right agent for you can be tough, which is why KW Commercial strives to make it easier. Take comfort in knowing that at KW Commercial you are not simply working with one individual; you are championed by a vast network of dedicated commercial real estate professionals.
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"Burlingame, CA" - Established Restaurant & Long-Term Lease Investment
Burlingame, CA
Monterey County Family & Geriatric Practice
Monterey County, CA
Growing E-Commerce Business in Exploding Sourdough-Making Market
$85,000
San Mateo County, CA
Thriving Yoga & Fitness Studio in One of San Diego’s Hottest Zip Codes
San Diego, CA
High End Dance and Gym Flooring Retailer Netting Over 33%
Santa Clara County, CA
Custom Dance Costume Manufacturer
Anaheim, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaners + Plant - Neighborhood Favorite!!
Los Angeles County, CA
Established and sucessful coffee house at North Beach San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Well-Established hair salon with stable chair rental income
Diamond Bar, CA
Semi Absentee Owner | Ideal for Owner Pharmacist Operator
Los Angeles, 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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