Bakersfield, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Branded Gas Station with Hard Liquor license & Real Estate for Sale
Established smoke shop prime location
Modesto, CA
2nd Generation Restaurant with Type 41 Available For Sale in MB
Manhattan Beach, CA
5 Star Plumbing Business established 2019
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey pizza Restaurant for sale
Mission Viejo, CA
Vending Location
Santa Monica, CA
Auto Part Shop-Monthly Net Income $38,000, 6 days open in Los Angeles
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Rare Heritage Watch Parts Supply Business
Los Angeles, CA
ASSET SALE: Hair Salon for Sale in Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, CA
Tutoring in Modesto, CA
Modesto, CA
Vitamin /Supplement / Nutition Franchise Business for sale
Cameron Park, CA
Fashion Island Newport Beach | Turnkey Salon & Spa & Nail
Newport Beach, CA
SaaS platform serving the commercial real estate industry
Orange County, CA
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale
$694,148
San Francisco, CA
Baskin Robbins Franchise for sale
Yolo County, CA
Baskin Robbin Franchise for sale -Bundle Deal with 2 locations
Solano County, CA
Puneet Sonia
PS Dream Team
Serving San Francisco County, CA
S.J. Fowler Real Estate, Inc. is a leading full-service brokerage based in Arizona, specializing in Commercial, Residential and Business Real Estate throughout Arizona . Founded in 1993 by Steven J. Fowler and affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, the firm combines decades of local experience with national resources to deliver exceptional results for investors, business owners, and developers. S.J. Fowler’s commercial division focuses on office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family assets, offering comprehensive acquisition, disposition, leasing, and tenant or landlord representation. In addition, the company provides expert business brokerage services—guiding clients through the purchase, sale, and valuation of businesses with professionalism and discretion. Built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and market insight, S.J. Fowler Real Estate is committed to helping clients achieve their commercial and business investment goals with confidence and success.
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$199K Purchase Price | $401K TTM Revenue | Established 2010
Redlands, CA
Creative Event Venue with Beer & Wine License
California
Established Printing & Embroidery Business – Low Overhead
Sacramento County, CA
100% Help Run, Franchise Coffee, Busy shopping mall
Riverside, CA
100% Help Run, Well-Known High-Volume Coffee Shop in Orange County,
Brea, CA
Pet Grooming & Retail Business and Dog wash — Seller financing
Alameda County, CA
Established Mail & Business Services Center
San Mateo County, CA
Established Boutique Fitness Franchise | Silicon Valley
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Santa Clara County, CA
Take over the lease for or buy the Turnkey Indoor Fitness Studio
$25,000
San Clemente, CA
40 years established history in one of the best communities of Oakland
Emeryville, CA
Income-Producing Auto Shop | Asset Sale Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
Established Turnkey Mountain Mike's Pizza in San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
Turn-Key Indian Restaurant in Best Part of Town
Santa Clara County, CA
Established Luxury Bakery & Café in Glendale – 100K+ Social Media Foll
Glendale, CA
Door Gate Fence- Iron & Aluminum
North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Opportunity to own a Beautiful Restaurant
Orange County, CA
Profitable Direct-Hire Recruiting Business | $400K Revenue | Low Overh
Riverside County, CA
Dry Cleaning Facility in the Best of Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
Absentee Owned - 2 Location Pet Grooming Business in LA
Los Angeles, CA
Long-Established California ATM Business With Management in Place
$1,900,000
San Francisco County, CA
Automotive Service in North Hollywood!
North Hollywood, CA
Turnkey Chinese Restaurant Opportunity - Prime Santa Maria Location
Santa Maria, CA
Mobil Gas Station Business Only Whittier, CA
Whittier, CA
High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!
San Diego, CA
Renewable Energy & Generator Installation
Sacramento, CA
Turnkey, Established Auto Shop with Loyal Customer Base – $400K SDE
Riverside County, CA
Seller Financed -Absentee Owned Liquidation & Overstock Retailer
Colton, CA
Landmark Auto Stereo, Rims & Accessories with Long History
Orange County, CA
Sasa Milosevic
Manhattan.Biz
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Turnkey Auto Repair & Body Shop, Asset Sale Opportunity
Orange County, CA
Freestanding Restaurant With Parking Lot-For Lease
Concord, CA
Well Established Third Party (3PL) Logistics
$995,000
Los Angeles County, CA
High-Revenue Tractor Parts Manufacturing Business for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Flower shop with lots of potential!
Santa Clara County, CA
Pasadena Tax Firm for Sale
Pasadena, CA
3 Location Body Shop MSO For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant in Van Nuys
Van Nuys, CA
Banquet Hall Business For Sale Livermore, CA
Livermore, CA
Turnkey Vietnamese restaurant for sale in South Sacramento
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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