Carson, CA
$750,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Allstate Agency Located in L A County Gross Premium over $5,000,000
Staffing Franchise – Two Territories, Seller Financing Available
San Bernardino County, CA
$730,000
Turn-Key Indian Restaurants in famous street
Alameda County, CA
$159,000
Exceptional Opportunity/Heart of Midtown
Sacramento, CA
$750,000
Approved Medical Training School
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,000,000
Low work large margin opportunity 2 businesses in one location
Fresno, CA
$425,000
Cabinet shop
Oakland, CA
$35,000
Well Established and Profitable Tanning Salon in East Vallejo!!
Vallejo, CA
$65,000
Limited Kitchen Food Restaurant or ToGo Takeout in downtown Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$85,000
Beloved Coffee Bar, Prime Business Opportunity
Santa Clara County, CA
$225,000
Convenience Store with Beer & Wine – Newly Remodeled – San Jose
San Jose, CA
$249,000
Established Hardware Store– Serving Both Commercial and Retail Clients
Los Angeles County, CA
$195,000
Cash Flowing Hospice Agency!
Orange County, CA
$1,200,000
Brand New Turnkey Stretching Studio! (80% SBA Financing)
$150,000
San Diego, CA
Pottery Paradise in Vacaville, California is for sale
Vacaville, CA
$495,000
Turnkey Salon Opportunity – Perfect for Stylists Ready to Own & Grow!
San Diego, CA
$199,999
Rob Rigolfi
California Business Realty
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
California Business Realty offers a comprehensive range of services to assist business owners in successfully selling their businesses. Our team of experienced professionals helps navigate the complex process of selling a business by providing valuable expertise and confidential guidance every step of the way. California Business Realty assists buyers in identifying and purchasing their ideal businesses or franchises through a comprehensive process. Most business sales and purchases involve leased premises. Aligning the lease terms with the future plans of a business are critical to its value. Those that include the associated real estate as part of the sale require specific skills and attention. At California Business Realty, we not only negotiate leases but also facilitate the sale and purchase of buildings, land, and use easements associated with the business being sold or purchased.
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One-of-a-Kind Camera Shop at an Incredible Location
Los Angeles County, CA
$65,000
Profitable CNC Machining Business
Santa Clara, CA
$320,000
Beautiful Turnkey salon Great Location!
Orange County, CA
$200,000
Manufacturing Company For Sale After 30 Years In Business!
Santa Clara County, CA
$480,000
3 Salon Suite Locations in San Diego - All Cashflow Positive
San Diego County, CA
$1,575,000
Take Over Established Gardening Accounts
Oakland, CA
$69,900
Multi-Location Physical Therapy Business – $600K Projected SDE
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,400,000
Cabinet Showroom Business for Sale – Prime Location in Moreno Valley!
Moreno Valley, CA
$50,000
Established Property Management / Construction with GROWTH OPPORTUNITY
$2,500,000
San Diego County, CA
Profitable Mobile Pet Grooming Biz – Pink Paws Wash – Van & Website
Torrance, CA
$105,000
PPF, Ceramic Coating, Tint shop with BIG Dealer account.
Victorville, CA
$289,000
Chiropractic, Nutrition, Functional Medicine
Santa Clara, CA
$355,000
Turnkey Mobile Axe-Throwing Business – High-Profit Potential!
Chino, CA
$80,000
Indian Restaurant & Banquet Hall - $100k DOWN*
Chatsworth, CA
$200,000
Profitable Payroll Processing & Compliance Business – Scalable
Sacramento, CA
$325,000
Remodeled beauty in Carson
Carson, CA
$895,000
High Profiting Absentee Operated Bubble Tea Shop
Cupertino, CA
$700,000
Virtual West Hollywood, CA Tax Book of Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$240,000
Drive Into Profits — Own a Turn-Key Golf Cart Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$1,100,000
Auto Body Shop with Spray Booth & Licenses – East Hollywood – $199,000
$199,000
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles CPA Firm for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Anaheim CPA Firm for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$129,000
Vending Machines - Scalable & Great Margins
Los Angeles, CA
$179,000
Online Sports Uniform Sales, Huge Potential
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Liquor, High Vol and low rent, Huge Potentials
Los Angeles County, CA
$229,000
Profitable Pest Control Franchise – Serving Orange & LA Co
Orange County, CA
$950,000
Charming cafe and deli shop for sale in Downtown Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek, CA
$129,000
Absentee run boba tea shop for sale in SF lower haight
San Francisco, CA
$110,000
Victor Buendia
Progressive Real Estates Partners
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners (PREP) is a boutique retail brokerage firm with a unique approach to leasing and selling retail properties and representing businesses looking to expand. Our emphasis on retail AND geographic focus on Southern California’s Inland Empire region has enabled us to become the most efficient and effective brokerage within the marketplace. The PREP team of retail experts has completed MORE retail transactions in the Inland Empire over the past 10 years than any other brokerage office. During this period of time, we have completed over 1,650 retail lease & sale transactions.
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Brand Strategy & Communications Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,245,000
Established Vending Machine Route with 8 Machines
Corona, CA
$55,000
Excellent location/Auto shop in Hollywood, CA
$160,000
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Teriyaki Restaurant in Prime Hayward Location
Hayward, CA
$250,000
Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant In Roseville
Roseville, CA
$299,000
Wildly Popular French Bakery For Sale! SDE above $160k/yr. Prime spot!
Contra Costa County, CA
$249,900
Farmers Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
$499,000
5 DAYS Poke Restaurant near CAL ARTS & SIX FLAGS $225,000
Stevenson Ranch, CA
$225,000
Profitable Indian Bakery in Dense Populated Area w/ Spacious Facility
Mountain View, CA
$350,000
High End Liquor Store Near Venice Beach
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
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.
