Orange, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Priced to Sell! Profitable Bon Appétit Route with Growth Potential
High Volume & Profitable Branded Gas Station with property for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sacramento County, CA
Own a Landscape Specialty Maintenance Business
West Los Angeles, CA
Profitable AI Focused Technology Services Company
Alameda County, CA
Established Landscaping Business With Strong Cash Flow
Pine Grove, CA
Established HVAC Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Susanville, CA
Chinese restaurant (free-standing building) in a great location
Pleasanton, CA
Price Drop - Existing Profitable Cafe on Ground Floor Medical Building
West Covina, CA
Design, Engineering, and Prototyping Company
California
Established women's Boutique – Prime Historic Down
Santa Ana, CA
Chicken shop
Hemet, CA
Large Irvine Shabu Restaurant Business Sale
Irvine, CA
Dog Grooming Business, Profitable and Long Established
Sonoma County, CA
Pure Water Store & Food Service Opportunity for Sale – Milpitas, CA –
$12,000
Milpitas, CA
Incredible opportunity to own a fully equipped Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn-Key Welknown Pizza in Town
San Joaquin County, CA
Carter Asefi
Gaines BB.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Built by Franchisees, for Franchisees. FranBizNetwork was founded by Carter Asefi, a veteran M&A advisor and active multi-state franchisee. We don’t just understand the paperwork; we understand the pavement. With experience managing operations, marketing, and customer relations across multiple territories, Carter and the FranBizNetwork team bring a dual perspective to every deal. Why that matters for your transaction: Operational DNA: We look past the spreadsheets to understand the actual health of your operations. 80+ Years of Combined M&A Grit: We use our deep industry history to anticipate "deal-killer" issues before they arise. Multi-State Expertise: We navigate the complexities of different markets and regulatory landscapes with ease. The Right Track, Every Time: Our goal isn't just a closed deal; it’s a successful transition that respects the legacy you’ve built or the investment you’re making. Real-world experience. Professional M&A results. Explore our current listings at www.FranBizNetwork.com.
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Location, Location - Thriving logistics operation with proven systems.
Alameda County, CA
High-volume dual-brand fast-casual franchise, newer build out
Los Angeles County, CA
Well Established Preschool day care
Chico, CA
Well-Established Health & Fitness Studio
San Mateo County, CA
Commercial Catering Kitchen with Low Rent and Sublease Income
Napa County, CA
Rare restaurant and bar opportunity in prime downtown Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach, CA
Oakhurst (Madera County) CA CPA Practice for Sale
Madera County, CA
Profitable Pacific Beach Restaurant w/ Beer & Wine License
San Diego, CA
Work from home running your own cleaning business in Santa Cruz, CA
$78,500
Santa Cruz County, CA
Liquor Store for Sale in Merced County
Merced County, CA
(SoCal) Two Med-Spa locations for Sale: Same Owner - Send LOI
Temecula, CA
"Prime Burlingame Downtown" High Volume Legacy Business Opportunity!
Burlingame, CA
"SF Richmond District" Low Rent Legacy Restaurant Ready for New Owner!
San Francisco, CA
Winery, Tasting Room & Event Venue with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Angels Camp, CA
Vietnamese restaurant for sale in Folsom near Ranch 99 supermarket
Folsom, CA
Opportunity to acquire a well-established Trading Card in Milpitas
Milpitas, CA
Classic 60's Drive-Inn Own the Real Estate with the Business
Quincy, CA
Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine(ABC-Type 41) License
Norwalk, CA
Established and Growing Tutoring Center in a Prime OC Location
Anaheim, CA
Turnkey Tech Repair Franchise with Built-In B2B & Insurance Revenue
$149,900
Poway, CA
Established Inland Empire Party Rental Business | Semi-Absentee
Riverside, CA
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale in Prime Dublin Shopping Center
Dublin, CA
25-Year Auto Repair & STAR Smog Shop | SBA Pre-Qualified
Solano County, CA
Modern Indian Restaurant — Sacramento Metro Area | High Foot Traffic
Yolo County, CA
Iconic Long Beach Broadway Dist. Bar w/ 47 & Entertainment Licenses
Long Beach, CA
California Cannabis Distribution Business for Sale | Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Turnkey Biological Soil & Water Solutions
California
Accurate Automotive & Smog Solutions in San Jose
San Jose, CA
John Willingham
Sunbelt Business Brokers & Advisors
Serving Kern County, CA
John W. Willingham has been selling businesses since 1976. In 2001 he formed a separate corporation, WOW Inc. , and purchased the Kern County, CA License Agreement from Sunbelt Business Brokers and has been operating under that License since then. We do business under the name Sunbelt Business Brokers and Advisors. We have had experience in selling hundreds of different types of businesses all over California from small businesses to large businesses. We believe in a "Win Win", approach, that is since buyers and sellers have different needs, a match can be made where everyone gets what they want and feels like a winner when the transaction is concluded. We have an excellent reputation and receive referrals from our past clients, real estate agents, attorneys, accountants and more. Business Brokerage is a highly specialized business and every transaction is supervised by a highly experienced and certified business broker.
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Highly Profitable Indian Grocery Market
Newark, CA
Multi-Location Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry Platform - SoCal
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Nail Salon for Sale — Prime Location Now sale pending
$250,000
Santa Clara, CA
High Volume Retiring with good Profit Dry Cleaners
Lake Forest, CA
Established Mongolian BBQ restaurant for sale in Scramento Natomas
Sacramento, CA
15 Year Old Catering Company Business For Sale PRICE REDUCTION!
Alameda, CA
Popular Charcuterie Business for Sale!
Los Gatos, CA
Juicy Juicy
Bermuda Dunes, CA
Well-Established Candy Manufacturer and Wholesaler
Los Angeles County, CA
Music Retailer with Repair Division & Studios
Sacramento 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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