Buena Park, CA
Businesses For Sale in California


Fountain Valley, CA

Sacramento County, CA

Downey, CA
Alhambra, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Petaluma, CA
Northridge, CA
Ventura County, CA
Alhambra, CA
California
Riverside County, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
Vapes Get Banned,We Get Sales|86% Share|83% Margins|eCommerce
$3,100,000
Irvine, CA
Petaluma, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Jack Oh
Power Realty & Investments
Serving Orange County, CA
Seller Services: Power Realty & Investments provides sellers with comprehensive representation guiding them through each step of the sale process. We develop individualized exit strategy and work closely with each seller to maximize their return. Buyer Services: Power Realty & Investments represents a wide range of business opportunities including franchise, restaurants, liquor stores, medical practice, dry cleaners and other local family businesses in transactions that are both large and small. Valuations Determining the Fair Market Value of a business is not an exact science. Business Value is determined by the interaction of market conditions and individual company value drivers. Financial Services I am pleased to announce that Power Realty & Investments has become the Loan Correspondent and affiliate of a national Loan Broker who offers the Lowest Possible Interest Rates.
Fairfield, CA
Sacramento County, CA
Santa Monica, CA
Sacramento, CA
Coachella, CA
South Gate, CA
Santa Barbara County, CA
Stanislaus County, CA
Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!
$165,000
Monterey County, CA
Newport Beach, CA
San Francisco, CA
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Escondido, CA
Newport Beach, CA
San Jose, CA
Huntington Beach, CA
Marin County, CA
Riverside, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
Orange County, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale | North County San Diego
$260,000
Escondido, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Corona, CA
Palm Springs, CA
Modesto, CA
California
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Rimforest, CA
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Pleasant Hill, CA
Leslie Haro
City Street Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Bakersfield, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Clarita, CA
Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potencial
$1,200,000
Los Angeles, CA
Loma Linda, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Van Nuys, CA
Rocklin, CA
Glendale, CA
Citrus Heights, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eureka, 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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