Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Established Italian Restaurant with Hookah Lounge
Liquor Store & Market, Huge Upside Potential Alameda, California
Alameda, CA
$119,000
Big & Amazing Remodel Liquor Store. Absentee Owner - Must See.
Santa Clarita, CA
$300,000
BREAKFAST(8:00-3:30)Strong Cash flow $145,000/Turnkey Opportunity
Yorba Linda, CA
$265,000
European Vehicle Auto Service
Laguna Hills, CA
$145,000
Pizza Roseville Nets $131,000 yr. SBA $57,000 Dn.Incl. Inv.
Roseville, CA
$295,000
Sushi Restaurant-Prime Orange county $1.35M+ Sales
Aliso Viejo, CA
$550,000
2 Market Sushi for sale
Murrieta, CA
$80,000
Liquor, High Vol and low rent, Huge Potentials.
Los Angeles, CA
$229,000
Non-Emergency Med Trans LA,Ventura
Ventura County, CA
$995,000
Rare Opportunity: Established Sushi & Bar with Proven $1.4M+ Sales
Lake Forest, CA
$700,000
Established Medical Device Company – FDA Certified, Global Footprint
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $200,000
Sylmar BBQ (Armenian BBQ)
Sylmar, CA
$225,000
Side Hustle or Full Time Cost Analytics Business w/ Strong Profits!
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
Architectural Firm with 4 Years of Upward Growth
Los Angeles, CA
$1,655,000
Flower Shop in Downtown LA
Los Angeles, CA
$165,000
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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Central Coast Full-Service Sign & Graphics Shop - Established, Turnkey
Atascadero, CA
$120,000
Profitable Central Coast Pet Grooming Business
Los Osos, CA
$120,000
Popular Liquor Store - Seller retiring (Sherman Oaks)
Sherman Oaks, CA
$99,000
Profitable Round Table Pizza Package Deal – San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
$950,000
Mexican Restaurant for Sale next to University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
$85,000
Profitable Mrs. Fields Franchise for Sale in High-Traffic SoCal Mall
Downey, CA
$125,000
Sweet Franchise for Sale in High-Traffic SoCal Lifestyle Center
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$59,000
Sandwich Franchise - 100% Employee Run - Low Rent - High Net
San Bernardino County, CA
$350,000
Electric Bike Brand in a growing industry
$50,000
Santa Ana, CA
Los Alamitos Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
$148,800
Security Business, Trained Canine (K9) Detection Service
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
Turnkey-Profitable Pizzeria in a Great area
Glendale, CA
$499,000
Well-Established Mexican Restaurant for Sale
Lomita, CA
$280,000
Baja Fresh, Fully Updated in Sought-After Community
Orange County, CA
$465,000
Turnkey Baja Fresh in Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
$325,000
Baja Fresh in Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
$365,000
Beautiful Established Massage Therapy Business For Sale
Santa Cruz County, CA
$428,000
Spacious Restaurant + Stage + Outdoor Space in Marin County
Marin County, CA
$290,000
Restaurant and Bar So OC Beach City Short Hours
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Kitchen and Mediterranean
$49,000
Carson, CA
Alameda County, California, Veterinary Practice - Leasehold
Alameda County, CA
$795,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Redding, CA - Vehicle Financing
Redding, CA
$725,000
Partially SBA Pre-Qualified: Premium Amazon Agency
California
$1,650,000
Dance School – High Profits, No Dance Experience Needed
Los Angeles, CA
$795,000
Established Indian restaurant for sale in SF Mission off Valencia
San Francisco, CA
$220,000
Event Ticket Reseller
Ontario, CA
$27,867,070
Most beatiful area near Beach & Down Town Centeral Coast CA
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
$459,000
Home Health Agency For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$70,000
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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Price Reduced – Great Value Flower Shop!
Carmichael, CA
$200,000
Corner Lot Freestanding Restaurant & Bar Type 47 License
Campbell, CA
$250,000
Boba shop for sale
$230,000
Los Angeles, CA
Glendale / Eagle Rock Area Bar -Semi-Absentee with No Food Requirement
Glendale, CA
$350,000
Pizza Venue w/Street Visibility on Major Throughway
Hancock, CA
$95,000
"Redwood City" Highly-Recommended Restaurant is Now For Sale!
Redwood City, CA
$175,000
Gas Station w/ Real Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Colusa County, CA
$2,700,000
Anaheim Boba Shop near HighSchool 2MinsWalk Established customers base
Anaheim, CA
$95,000
***Sale Pending***LA County Residential & Commercial Plumbing Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,600,000
Durable Medical Equipment Retailer w/Industry’s Most Searchable Name!
Huntington Beach, CA
$1,600,000
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.
