San Diego County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Custom Blinds, Shades & Shutters Business
Elderly care home property & business in San Mateo county
San Mateo, CA
Highly Regarded Kids Soccer Program – Multiple Locations
San Diego County, CA
High-Volume LA Ramen Franchise | $1.59M Sales | $213K SDE
Los Angeles County, CA
Premium Window Coverings Retailer
Walnut Creek, CA
Lucrative Boba Tea, Coffee & Dessert Shop - Prime Shopping Center
San Diego, CA
Turn-Key Opportunity! Super Wine Bar-Great Location!!
Pacifica, CA
Cabinet Manufacturer & Architectural Millwork Business with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Nail Salon in Prime Westwood LA: Profitable Growth Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego Boutique Winery-MUP, Tasting Room, Production & Vineyard
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
Established & Much Loved Pet Sitting Service!
San Diego, CA
Go Karting and Family Entertainment Center
Sonoma County, CA
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Burbank CA
Sun Valley, CA
Relocatable Automotive eCommerce & Auto Parts Brand. I $1.5M Revenue
$1,400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Sacramento CA
Sacramento, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes, Oceanside CA
Oceanside, 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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Exceptional and very rare entertainment venue in Inglewood, CA
Inglewood, CA
Top Rated Stylish European Restaurant
Glendale, CA
Established Pet Boutique in Marin | Owner-Operator Opportunity
Marin County, CA
Exclusive U.S. Distribution Rights for Viral Beauty Brand
Los Angeles County, CA
Unique BBQ restaurant in Palmdale
Palmdale, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant
Fresno, CA
Smoke Shop: Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA
Rare Opportunity: Established Sushi & Bar with Proven $1.4M+ Sales
Lake Forest, CA
Profitable Healthy Casual Restaurant in Prime Brentwood Location
$400,000
Brentwood, CA
Deli Delicious in the Sierra Foothills
Oakhurst, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa (Windsor), CA - Seller Financing
Santa Rosa, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Fullerton, CA - Highly Profitable
Fullerton, CA
Multi-Unit Fast-Casual Restaurant | Strong Six Figure Net Cash Flow
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Indian Restaurant in Palo Alto
Palo Alto, CA
Carlsbad CPA Firm for Sale
Carlsbad, CA
Laguna Hills CPA Firm for Sale
Laguna Hills, CA
Profitable Child Care Business + Real Estate Included.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
Infrared Sauna & Cold Plunge Studio, North County San Diego
San Diego County, CA
High-Margin Ophthalmology Practice - Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
Profitable Turnkey Mobile Dog Grooming Business - SFV
$165,000
Los Angeles, CA
Poke Shop in the Heart of Glendale!
Glendale, CA
Subscription Management Platform for Physical Product Rentals
San Francisco, CA
Preschool For Sale San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
After-School & Homeschool Enrichment Academy for Sale
Mission Viejo, CA
Long standing embroidery business
Placer County, CA
Aerospace Precision Machine Shop for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-Established Dry Cleaning Plant for Sale | $325,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Medical Spa Location & Equipment
Beverly Hills, 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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Liquor Store with Real Estate + Rental Income | SBA Approved
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Exterior Cleaning Business with Recurring Clients
Orange County, CA
Absentee-Run Claw Machine Arcade in Riverside Tyler Mall
$200,000
Riverside, CA
Prime retail corridor Day Spa & Lounge in Orange County
Orange County, CA
Turnkey Operating Restaurant for Sale | Prime Santa Clara Location
Santa Clara, CA
"Turnkey Ayce Sushi — $2.7m+ In Sales, Turn The Keys And Go"
Los Angeles, CA
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Semi-Absentee Dessert Shop |$54K Net| Seller Financing | Good Location
Contra Costa County, CA
Profitable Peninsula Deli | $175K NET | $1,310 Rent | Type I Hood
San Mateo County, CA
Established Southern California Custom Sign & Graphics Manufacturer
Orange 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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