Solana Beach, CA
$200,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Solana Beach Cafe
Branded Gas Station with Permits Ready for C-Store Expansion!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eagle Rock, CA
$4,995,000
Hair Salon
Glendale, CA
$50,000
Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Solano County, CA
$2,650,000
NEMT- Non-Emergency Medical Transport
San Bernardino County, CA
$550,000
Lego® Minifigures, Sets, Bricks & More!
Costa Mesa, CA
$349,000
Sushi Kiosk - STATER BROS Grocery Store, High Net 7K Monthly AVG.
Murrieta, CA
$109,000
Ventura County Home Health – 30 Census
Simi Valley, CA
$899,000
Grocery & Specialty Market – Stanislaus County
Modesto, CA
$100,000
Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Prime Traffic Corridor | Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
$349,999
Turnkey Liquor Store in a Busy Area - San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
$330,999
DRY CLEANERS, $600K+ Annually, $160K+ Profit-No. CA
Santa Rosa, CA
$495,000
Nursery Garden Center in Murphys,CA
Murphys, CA
$150,000
Property Management Business Opportunity
Established Lash Extension Business – 10 Years – Turnkey Operation
Alameda, CA
$15,000
Exceptional turnkey cannabis cultivation facility
Antioch, CA
$2,400,000
Greg Carpenter
Horizon M&A Advisors
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.
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Axe throwing venue for sale
West Covina, CA
$20,000
Licensed Medicare Certified and JC Accredited HHA
Camarillo, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $250,000
Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983
Redding, CA
$179,500
Well-Established Landscape Business for Sale – Great Reputation
Elk Grove, CA
$2,000,000
Profitable Noodle Restaurant-Great location
Sunnyvale, CA
$330,000
Soil & Fertilizer Manufacturer
California
$5,000,000
Jimboy’s Tacos Restaurant in Rancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova, CA
$165,000
San Bernardino County, Successful Restaurant, Bar & Large Patio
Chino, CA
$595,000
Body Contouring & Wellness Clinic
Profitable Small Animal Vet. Hospital
Hollister, CA
$1,000,000
High-Margin Marine Service Business – Untapped Territory & Scalable
San Diego, CA
$150,000
Long Estabished, Renowned BBQ Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
$395,900
Trabuco General Store for Sale same owner 11 years
Trabuco Canyon, CA
$349,000
Flower Shop In Santa Clarita!
Santa Clarita, CA
$100,000
Beer and Wine Market in Anaheim for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$170,000
Turnkey Jobs Platform | CA Market | High Margins
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Funk Zone Corner Location!!
Santa Barbara, CA
$299,000
Chocolato Business!
Glendale, CA
$59,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes - Hayward, CA - Vehicle Financing
Hayward, CA
$1,250,000
Own a Local (Non Doctor) GLP-1 Weight Loss Service Center--Huge Income
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Boise, ID - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Boise, CA
$600,000
Established Dry Cleaning Business for Sale – Palmdale, CA
Palmdale, CA
$150,000
17 FedEx Ground Routes - Spokane, WA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Spokane, CA
$1,200,000
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Spokane, WA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Spokane, CA
$550,000
Agoura Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
$62,400
Turnkey Preschool with Real Estate | 122-License | Major Upside
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario, CA
$2,850,000
Growing and Well-Established Electrical Contracting Business
San Jose, CA
$12,000,000
Established Merchant Services Company- Profitable & Scalable Business
Marina Del Rey, CA
$3,300,000
Charles
Action Realty Task Holdings, LLC.
Serving Orange County, CA
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El Dorado Hills Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$48,000
Customer Service Software Company
California
$1,500,000
Asset Investigation Business
Award-Winning Silicon Valley Restaurant & Bar; $2 million Sales
San Mateo County, CA
$350,000
Great Franchise Opportunity For A Well Known Brand
Fullerton, CA
$1,300,000
Professionally Managed Highly Profitable Indoor Grow & Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino County, CA
$9,995,000
Subway restaurant for sale
West Covina, CA
$269,000
Sushi Restaurant
Indio, CA
$150,000
Successful Olive Oil Farm and Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Templeton, CA
$2,150,000
Long-Established, Highly Regarded Restaurant with Live Entertainment
San Diego County, CA
$535,000
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.
