Davis, CA
Established Enrolled Agent tax practice for sale in Davis, California. The practice is operated by an EA with more than 23 years of experience serving the Davis community. The Seller is looking to...
$248,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Davis EA Firm for Sale
Davis, CA
Escondido, CA EA Practice for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Profitable large capacity Preschool in South Bay Area
Milpitas, CA
Owner Absentee Sushi & Japanese Restaurant-Busy Location
Alameda County, CA
Semi-Absentee Coin Laundry-Easy Operating
Santa Clara County, CA
Large Liquor, Grocery & Deli
San Mateo County, CA
Prime Downtown SF FiDi Opportunity
San Francisco County, CA
POKE Diner • Semi-Absentee • Growing • Netting $204K+ • Prc $495K
La Quinta, CA
Newly Remodeled Donut, Coffee & Ice Cream Shop - Full Commercial Kitch
Redlands, CA
Established Breakfast/Lunch Restaurant with $98,784 Profit
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Exterior Cleaning Services
Humboldt County, CA
Turn key Mexican food restaurant in OCEAN BEACH
San Diego, CA
[Just Reduced] Turn-Key Irvine Spectrum Bakery & Cafe
Irvine, CA
5-Unit Premium Education Platform — ~$14M Aggregate Revenue / ~$1.8M
$50,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Beauty studio offering expert hair, skin, lash & beauty services
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Restaurant with Beer and Wine License High Traffic Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA
Bobby Panahi,MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in construction sector, towing companies, transportation companies, gas stations, healthcare/hospice operations, laundromats, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
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Ramona Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Junk Hauling Removal business
Bakersfield, CA
Established Pet Grooming & Retail Business and Dog wash.
Pleasanton, CA
POKE • Steady Growth • Semi-Absentee • Net $78K+ • Price $189K • RS
Palm Desert, CA
Plumbing Contractor Business
Shasta County, CA
Chico CA CPA Practice for Sale
Butte County, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Redding, CA - Vehicle Financing
Redding, CA
Established Safari Run Franchise in Livermore – Turnkey Business
Livermore, CA
Established High Volume Asian Grocery Market For Sale
$1,900,000
Orange County, CA
30 FedEx Ground Routes - Lancaster, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Lancaster, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Lancaster, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Lancaster, CA
Fast Food Japanese Poke Bowl Restaurant in Corona, CA
Corona, CA
99 Ranch Market Food Court Space! Fully Equipped with Type-1 Hood
Fremont, CA
Established Dry Cleaning Business — Two Locations
Montclair, CA
Liquor Store with Deli Approx. $180,000 Net Income
Sacramento County, CA
Historic Boyle Heights Burger Rest. – ISO Next Steward of a Local Fave
Boyle Heights, CA
RARE - Thriving Gastropub Featuring Craft Beer & Artisan Cocktail
San Joaquin County, CA
Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant with Full Bar in NE Fresno
Fresno, CA
Authentic Mexican Restaurant –Established Turnkey Business Opportunity
San Bernardino, CA
Established Central California Demolition Company – Turnkey
$1,600,000
California
Eureka CA CPA Practice for Sale
Humboldt County, CA
Established franchise for sale
Glenn County, CA
Mexican grill with beer & wine license for sale in Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
Price Drop-Plug and Play Mediterranean Restaurant in Playa Del Rey, CA
Playa Del Rey, CA
Licenseed Care Home for Sale
Sacramento, CA
Turnkey Design-Build and Construction Business
San Diego, CA
Priced to Sell!! Independent Burger Restaurant in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
BakeBros of Baldwin Park
Baldwin Park, CA
Benjamin Lalezari
Realty Investment Advisors, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Realty Investment Advisors is a Southern California brokerage specializing in commercial real estate and business sales, with a strong focus on gas stations, car washes, convenience stores, and neighborhood markets. We represent buyers and sellers in both business-only transactions and sales that include the underlying property. Our experience spans major fuel brands and independent stations, as well as retail properties. Our buyer relationships include 7-Eleven, and we also represent Circle K operators seeking acquisition and expansion opportunities. We work with individual owner-operators, real estate investors, and established businesses with multiple locations throughout Southern California. We also help property owners secure financially strong tenants, including corporate operators and established family-owned businesses with multiple locations. These relationships allow us to connect owners with experienced tenants seeking long-term locations. We help clients evaluate opportunities, understand business and property economics, and navigate the details of a transaction. This includes lease terms, fuel supply agreements, franchise requirements, and coordination with lenders, escrow, and other transaction professionals. Based in Santa Monica, we serve Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California market. Whether you are selling a business, selling the business together with the property, seeking a strong tenant, or acquiring your next location, Realty Investment Advisors offers practical guidance and attentive service from the initial conversation through closing.
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Fully Equipped Sushi Restaurant – Beer & Wine License Included
Modesto, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaners in Affulent Beach Location
Orange County, CA
Profitable Turnkey Massage & Wellness Spa in Rancho Cucamonga Center
$249,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Tacos
Buena Park, CA
Established B2B Supply & Distribution Company – Property Available!
Ventura County, CA
PRICE REDUCED!! Muffler And Auto Repair Shop Established 29 Years
San Diego County, CA
Turnkey Boba Shop in Downtown Redwood City
Redwood City, CA
Motivated Seller-High Sales & Traffic in Prime Downtown Mountain View
Mountain View, CA
Chicken Sandwich Restaurant
Santa Clara County, CA
Sacramento CPA Practice
Sacramento County, 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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