Los Angeles, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Essential Residential Roofing Repair and Replacement Service
Auto detailing/ car wash account at a name brand dealership
Riverside County, CA
Card Laundromat - Profitable & Fully Attended West Hollywood / LA City
West Hollywood, CA
Premier Full-Service Med Spa – Established Revenue, Expansion Ready!
California
Turnkey Korean Tofu Restaurant | Prime Irvine Location
Irvine, CA
Mexican/Coffee/ or keep current menu-41 lic. lots of parking
San Diego County, CA
99K !! Convoy District restaurant location-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
Pasadena Dry Cleaners
Pasadena, CA
Profitable Furniture & Cabinet Repair Shop
Los Angeles County, CA
Sushi Restaurant for Sale | Alameda County
Berkeley, CA
5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Rialto, CA - Highly Profitable
Rialto, CA
8 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ventura, CA - Highly Profitable
Ventura, CA
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Bell, CA - Highly Profitable
Bell, CA
One-of-a-Kind Lifestyle Charter Business: Established, Untapped Growth
$650,000
Newport Beach, CA
Profitable Flower Shop For Sale !!!
North Hollywood, CA
A profitable a Automotive Oil changes and routine maintenance biz.
La Puente, CA
Marshall Pollock CBB CBI
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is considered by many to be the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation, or are personally interested in owning your own company, Transworld offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage, franchising, to mergers and acquisitions; we are the business sale specialists. Since our inception, we have excelled in getting deals done! Call us and you will understand what makes us the best company to handle any business or commercial real estate sale.
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Simi Absentee Established Physical Therapy Practice /Turnkey Operation
Ventura County, CA
Highly Profitable, Membership-Based Massage Franchise for Sale
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
Established Auto Repair Shop in Arcadia | $250K Cash Flow
Arcadia, CA
Profitable Custom Blinds, Shades & Shutters Business
San Diego County, CA
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
Rare Cannabis Manufacturing Opportunity Type 7 & Type 11 License
$2,700,000
San Benito County, 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
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Sacramento CA
Sacramento, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes, Oceanside CA
Oceanside, CA
Relocatable Automotive eCommerce & Auto Parts Brand. I $1.5M Revenue
$1,400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
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
Brigitte H
Keller William Realty Studio City
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Brigitte H - 310 801 0705
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Deli Delicious in the Sierra Foothills
Oakhurst, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa (Windsor), CA - Seller Financing
Santa Rosa, CA
Profitable Healthy Casual Restaurant in Prime Brentwood Location
$400,000
Brentwood, 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
Stockton Pool Service Route for Sale
San Joaquin County, 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
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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