Montecito, CA
Cocktail-focused bar and restaurant located on a prominent commercial corridor in California’s most affluent hospitality market. The interior reflects rich textures, custom seating, and...
$425,000
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Turnkey Pet Supply & Grooming Business for Sale
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Proven Holistic Medicine Clinic with Stable, Recurring Patient Revenue
San Diego County, CA
Veterinary Practice
Montague, CA
Profitable Auto Repair Shop – Turnkey, Owner-Operated
El Dorado County, CA
Hair salon- Men & Women-Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
Fast Casual Restaurant
Alameda, CA
Established Mail Service Center – $860k Revenue – Adjusted SDE Approx.
Ventura County, CA
Highly Profitable Downtown Palm Springs Frozen Yogurt Shop
Palm Springs, CA
Multi-Location Hearing Healthcare Practice with Recurring Revenue
Riverside County, CA
Prime Fatburger Franchise Business for Sale in North Hollywood
North Hollywood, CA
Busy Subway Restaurant
$380,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 17+ Year Long-Term Care Pharmacy – Simi Valley
Simi Valley, CA
American restaurant and Night Club, Live Entertainment with 2 a.m. lic
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Regina Fisher
Sierra Bay Partners
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Sierra Bay Partners is a concierge business brokerage based in the San Francisco Bay. We are guiding owners of small and mid-sized companies through complex transitions. We provide tailored strategies, clear market insight, and hands-on support throughout the entire transaction process—from preparing the business for market to negotiating with qualified buyers and driving the deal to a successful closing. Known for our personalized service and strong track record of successful outcomes, we deliver an advisory experience built around the specific needs and goals of each client. With more than 70% of M&A deals failing, our mission is simple: ensure our clients are the exception. Sierra Bay Partners maintains absolute confidentiality and discretion throughout the selling process, and we strive to uphold the highest level of professionalism and integrity in every engagement. Versatile, accomplished, and deeply committed to our clients’ success, we provide the expertise and execution required to achieve the best possible outcome of your business sale.
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Profitable Asian Market with Strong Revenue & Built-In Customer Base
Canoga Park, CA
Expert Print & Direct Mail Solutions Provider
California
Established Juice Bar Franchise For Sale | Marin County, CA
Marin County, CA
Sushi counter for Sale
Murrieta, CA
Profitable Corner Café & Restaurant – Strong Cash Flow in High-Traffic
San Francisco County, CA
Well Established Sushi Restaurant
Modesto, CA
Legacy Vista Restaurant For Sale
Vista, CA
Full Plant Dry Cleaners-Very Low Rent-Busy Location
Alameda County, CA
Los Angeles: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
Los Angeles, CA
Award Winning Bourbon Brand
Orange County, CA
Arco ampm Gas Station Business with Property for Sale near Fresno, CA
California
Turnkey Fast-Growing Halal Chicken Franchise Opportunity
Orange County, CA
Semi Absentee Supermarket: Whittier, California
Whittier, CA
Liquor Store with the Real Property and A house Asking price. $700,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Established, Profitable Court Reporting Firm in CA
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
Irvine Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
Award Winning Japanese Curry Restaurant For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Long-Standing Ice Cream & Dessert Shop with Cakes, Cookies
Fresno, CA
20-Year Sushi Restaurant & Bar | $1.48M Reported Sales | SBA Approved
El Dorado County, CA
Profitable Established Cell Phone Repair Business- High Traffic
$220,000
San Bernardino, CA
Established Smoke Shop Huge Potential
Salinas, CA
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale
San Francisco, CA
Profitable, Established, Futuristic 3D Printing Company
Eureka, CA
Well established Retail Pharmacy and the Property for Sale!
Upland, CA
Women's Lingerie Store • Asking $90K includng Inventory • RE Available
Santa Ana, CA
Sonoma County Dry Cleaners PRIME LOCATION!!
Sonoma County, CA
Fully Equipped, Remodeled Oakland Restaurant with Crazy-Low Rent
Alameda, CA
San Dimas, CA EA Practice for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Scott Wells, CFA
Minerva Valuations
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Minerva Valuations is a boutique, mid market advisory firm specializing in M&A/corporate finance, business valuations, acquisitions, divestitures, and shareholder value advisory services, with multiple locations in North America. Our clients include business owners, high net worth individuals, accountants, lawyers, bankers, government organizations and smaller financial institutions in a variety of industries.
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Established Mobile Video Game Entertainment Business
San Diego, CA
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Prime Cupertino Location
Cupertino, CA
Turnkey Hybrid Model & Talent Agency
$3,000,000
California
Boba/Cafe in Old Town Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
Turn-Key Floral Design Business — Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
Gorgeous Profitable Cafe in Carlsbad
Carlsbad, CA
Indoor Party & Play Facility - Absentee run, Turnkey!
Los Angeles, CA
Semi-Absentee Flower Shop – Strong Online and Repeat Business
Sonoma County, CA
Beloved Bicycle Shop with Growth Potential
Santa Clara County, CA
Sherman Oaks Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles 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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