Contra Costa County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Established Auto Repair Business for Sale – Contra Costa County, CA
Busy established plumbing company Malibu
Malibu, CA
"Thriving Test Prep & Tutoring Business for Sale – 18 Years of Success
Pasadena, CA
High Growth Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
Wholesale Candy Distribution Business For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Owner Absentee Korean & Sushi Japanese Food-Low Rent-Outdoor Seat
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Medicare Home Health Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
A Fully Equipped Aesthetic Business
Studio City, CA
Established Glendale Beauty Salon for Sale
Glendale, CA
Franchised Pizza Restaurant (Rocklin)
Rocklin, CA
Fully equipped restaurant with ample parking
Daly City, CA
ABC 47, 58 Live Entreatment & 77, with Lease Assignment Required
San Diego, CA
Established Japanese Restaurant | Over $700,000 Annual Sales
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable Turnkey MedSpa
$1,710,000
Palm Desert, CA
Scalable Franchise Platform with 3 locations
Santa Monica, CA
30-Year Turnkey Custom Apparel & Embroidery Business
Sacramento, 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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Rare Opportunity | Established Los Angeles Kennel Business
Los Angeles, CA
Established Hair and Nails Salon for Sale in Prime Location
Orange County, CA
$30K+ Net Chinese Fast Casual – Panda Style
San Bernardino, CA
Classic Willow Glen Barbershop | Loyal Clientele | Growth Potential
San Jose, CA
Turnkey Coffee Shop / Café – North County San Diego
San Diego County, CA
Absentee Beer & Wine Market: Huntington Park, Ca.
Huntington Park, CA
Integrated Hospice & Home Health Platform — California Central Valley
Stanislaus County, CA
Established Preschool + Real Estate | 205 Capacity | Santa Clarita, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Clarita, CA
Turn-Key 2nd Gen Cafe Opportunity in Folsom!
$70,000
Folsom, CA
Super Market Sushi Kiosk Franchise
Orange County, CA
Pizza Restaurant Indian,italian,american
Seaside, CA
Own Young’s Teriyaki: Modern Fast-Casual Concept in Rancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova, CA
Medicare Certified Home Health Agency – Orange County, California
Buena Park, CA
Profitable Main Street Quality Pizzeria - Coastal OC City
Orange County, CA
Turnkey Medical Transportation Company
Sacramento County, CA
Food and wine magazine on the stunning north coast of California
Mendocino County, CA
Profitable Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Practice
Stanislaus County, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Bishop, CA - Highly Profitable
Bishop, CA
Prime Downtown Palo Alto Opportunity
Santa Clara County, CA
Well established, successful and uniquely curated retail opportunity!
$500,000
Riverside County, CA
North Bay CA Bookkeeping Practice for Sale
Sonoma County, CA
Gas Station with Real Estate for Sale in Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County, CA
Profitable CNC Machine Shop - Orange County
Orange County, CA
Valley Village Restaurant
Valley Village, CA
High Volume Liquor Store with Property (Martinez)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Martinez, CA
Popular & Profitable Sonoma County Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Restaurant
Sonoma County, CA
Franchise Tire store in N. California
California
Huntington Beach, CA Tax Practice for Sale
Orange 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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Caster House — Premium LA Shoot Location + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
>> Amazing Opportunity to Purchase Three Salon Suite Businesses
San Diego County, CA
Own Pasadena’s Premier Sports Recovery & Wellness Studio
$220,000
Pasadena, CA
Premier Oral Surgery Practice | $1.25M Revenue | 25+ Years
Stanislaus County, CA
Highly Rated SF Roofing Contractor with Consistent Local Clientele
San Francisco, CA
Absentee owned restaurant with ABC 47 license
Long Beach, CA
Newly built-out Modern Boba Tea Shop in Prime Location
Apple Valley, CA
Turnkey Chiropractic Business
Tehama County, CA
Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Seller financing*
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
General Contracting & Landscaping Business
Yolo 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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