San Luis Obispo County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Central Coast Restaurant - Full Liquor, Prime Location
Design & Build Residential Construction
San Bernardino County, CA
Liquor store
Commerce, CA
Epic Wings, Long Beach!
Long Beach, CA
100 % help run neighborhood Beer and wine market
Huntington Park, CA
Established Del Mar PostalAnnex Franchise — Location! Room to Grow
Del Mar, CA
The UPS Store Franchise in Orange County California
Orange County, CA
Established Auto Body Repair with a Trusted Name & Loyal Customer Base
Northridge, CA
Pool Service Route - San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Sacramento Landscape Installation for sale
Placer County, CA
30+ Year Established Locksmith Business AAA Accounts | Semi-Absentee
Riverside County, CA
Long-standing (10+ years) Trusted Pet Care Company
San Diego, CA
2-Location Auto Paint & Collision Platform
California
Vending Machines (Healthier Snacks & Drinks) | Semi-Passive, Lucrative
$140,000
Los Angeles, CA
Partner For Manufacturer of Legendary Motorcycle Seats
Santa Ana, CA
Turnkey Coastal San Diego Restaurant | $1M Revenue | Beer & Wine
San Diego, CA
Umit & Business Broker - Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Serving Kern County, CA
At Ister & Associates Commercial & Business Brokerage, we offer a full range of business services, such as business valuations, business consultation, full services for business buyers and sellers, and commercial real estate sales and purchases with the highest standard of personal and professional integrity. Both buyers and sellers will have access to a business and commercial expert and specialist to get the deal done with the least amount of hassle. We serve all of Central California, where we currently have lots of commercial and business listings throughout the area. In addition, we also have a large network of qualified business buyers, which helps us to market and sell your business faster. Our clients include small and large business owners in different business sectors, such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, Mexican meat markets, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, and other types of retail stores. We also help investors purchase and sell commercial properties, industrial properties, shopping centers, strip centers, multi-unit apartment complexes, etc. Each transaction is handled with complete confidentiality and integrity. Additionally, we also offer co-ops to other commercial and business brokers with most of our commercial and business listings.
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Turnkey San Diego Residential Construction Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Iconic Bar & Restaurant, Established Over Two Decades | Type 47 ABC
Milpitas, CA
High-End Wellness & Aesthetic Medspa with 10,000+ Clients
Beverly Hills, CA
Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Placer County
Auburn, CA
Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA
El Cajon, CA
Asian Concept, Prime Walnut Creek Location Free Standing
Walnut Creek, CA
30+ Year Pediatric Practice | $1.2M+ SDE | Real Estate Available
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Well Established HVAC Company For Sale
Sacramento County, CA
4-Location Auto Paint & Collision Platform
$1,800,000
Orange County, CA
Top 3 Local Window Cleaning Business for Sale - Excellent Reputation
Ventura, CA
7,200 Sqft Celebrity-Favorite Hot Pot Restaurant in SF Chinatown!
San Francisco, CA
Turn Key Home Health Agency with active Patients
Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood TYPE 48 Nightclub | 300 Capacity | 4 AM Approval | $8,240/Mo
Hollywood, CA
Well Established Security Patrol Company For Sale
Placer County, CA
Residential & Commercial Construction Contracting Firm
Los Angeles County, CA
Convenience Store with Drive-Thru and Real Estate
Monterey Park, CA
High-Volume 7-Eleven Franchise – $2.2M Annual Sales in San Diego
San Diego, CA
High net profit service restaurant for sale in San Jose Valley Fair
San Jose, CA
16+Year Grocery Market|5,000 SF|$7M+Annual Sales| Seller Financing
San Mateo County, CA
12 Private Salon Suite for Sale with 2 buildings in historical Folsom
$1,899,999
Folsom, CA
Licensed Home-Based Gourmet Candy Business – Low Overhead, Profitable
South San Francisco, CA
Franchise Restaurant & Full Bar for Sale – Riverside County, CA
Riverside County, CA
Junkluggers Franchise Resale Opportunity: West LA Eco Junk Removal
Los Angeles, CA
Successful HVAC Company - New Installations And Repairs
Los Angeles, CA
Established General Dentistry Practice – Great Growth Opportunity
Contra Costa County, CA
Dry Cleaning Plant, Healthy Volume & Net Income, Same Owner For 18 Yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
Own a Successful Salon & Beauty Supply Store in a Prime Location
Whittier, CA
Established NorCal Specialty Infrastructure Contractor
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Santa Clara County, 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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Well Established Central Coast Dental Practice For Sale
Santa Barbara County, CA
Medicare Hospice | Joint Commission | Passed 36-Month Rule
Los Angeles County, CA
Luxury Mobile Pet Grooming Business For Sale
$775,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Established Wellness / Medical Office Sublease Opportunity
Cerritos, CA
Turn-Key Hair Salon, Asset Sale, Must Sell
San Mateo County, CA
Established Breakfast & Lunch – Prime Monterey County Location
Monterey County, CA
High Profit Making HVAC Business in Southern California
Camarillo, CA
Walters Camp Rv Park
Palo Verde, CA
Turnkey East Hollywood Restaurant – Long Lease & Ample Parking
Los Angeles, CA
Pasadena Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles 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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