Foothill Ranch, CA
$240,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Absentee Owner Japanese Boiling Hot pot Diner Only Restaurant
Highly Profitable Family Medicine Practice - SC2222
California
$1,950,000
Landscape Maintenance Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
$295,000
Naturopathic Medicine & Ayurvedic Clinic
California
$890,000
Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale.
Larkspur, CA
$325,000
San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant.
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
Outstanding San Francisco Fillmore Street Location.
San Francisco, CA
$280,000
Pre-revenue SaaS Emotional Wellness Application
Orange County, CA
$4,000,000
Fast Food - Burgers with Drive Thru
La Puente, CA
$150,000
Hot Water Heating Contractor & Wholesale Distributor For Sale
Riverside County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $615,000
Children's Onlline Clothing Brand with $140K in Inventory
Los Angeles County, CA
$499,000
Leadership Training Business - $123K Cash Flow
Riverside County, CA
$245,000
Rental Car Service Partner to Auto Dealers
Riverside County, CA
$11,089,000
National Senior PCA, Home Health Care & Hospice Franchise
Towing Business for Sale – Part of Multi-Business Package
Riverside County, CA
$1,130,000
Expert General Contracting - Remodeling Design Service
Los Angeles, CA
$189,000
Bradley Bickers
GBB Advisors
Serving Tulare County, CA
GBB Advisors is dedicated to the sale of businesses and business assets. Our team of experienced and dedicated associates will Value, Market and Close your transaction with the professionalism that you deserve. Our marketing methodology focuses on identifying potential buyers based on relevance, ability and motivation. Starting with an initial marketing strategy kick-off, we identify existing buying clients, potential market related buyers and equity groups that are ideal candidates. Once identified each candidate is contacted and managed through a detail process to ensure a smooth transaction.
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100+ years in business with $1.1M+ in SDE
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$15,000,000
50k Down! Profitable Established Take & Bake Pizza Franchise For Sale!
Stockton, CA
$175,000
High-Growth Collision Center with Dealership Agreements
Riverside County, CA
$8,400,000
USDA-Certified Sausage Business for Sale - Price Reduced!
Ventura County, CA
$195,000
Cute & Steady Income Agency of Cleaners
San Bernardino County, CA
$180,000
Make your mark on Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
Coastal City - BBQ Restaurant in Strip Mall - Corner Location
Orange County, CA
$149,000
Italian/Pizza Vegan Restaurant Los Angeles Westside
Los Angeles, CA
$179,000
Address Addiction within Your Cultural Community Train-the-Trainer Opp
Beautifully Appointed Franchise Cafe with Home Roasted Coffee For Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$195,000
Established Sushi restaurant for sale in Oakland near Lakeshore
Oakland, CA
$220,000
Mail Box Rental shipping in L.A.
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Streetwear Brand –Designer Access,Wholesale Ready, $99,000
Beverly Hills, CA
$99,000
Chicken Franchise, Help run, Newly Built, Full Kitchen, Type 41.
Artesia, CA
$249,000
Family run charming Mediterannean restaurant for sale in San Leandro
San Leandro, CA
$220,000
Concord CPA Firm for Sale
Concord, CA
$535,000
Encino CPA Firm for Sale
Encino, CA
$895,000
Torrance CPA Firm for Sale
Torrance, CA
$1,300,000
100+ years in business with $1.2M+ in SDE
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,109,010
Nightclub & Day Club with Banda, Bikini Car Washes, EDM, Hip Hop ETC
Well-Established Trucking Company
Santa Rosa, CA
$145,000
Rare, Iconic Surf Shop for Sale in Southern California
Orange County, CA
$380,000
Burger restaurant with strong sales, newly renovated, outdoor seating
Fullerton, CA
$249,000
Profitable Family Medical Practice For Sale
Riverside, CA
$698,000
Below Market Price-Mountain Mike's Pizza in San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$135,000
Napa Auto Care
Williams, CA
$1,500,000
Just Reduced - Absentee Owner Turn Key Brazilian Juice Bar and Cafe
Redondo Beach, CA
$199,000
Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
$125,000
Tawnya Gilreath
EXP Commercial of California, Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
EXP Commercial's Business Advisory division stands as a pioneering specialty group within the expansive umbrella of EXP World Holdings, a publicly traded global entity renowned for its innovative approach to the commercial real estate and business brokerage sectors. As a dedicated broker associate within this esteemed division, our focus is on delivering unparalleled expertise and strategic guidance to clients navigating the complexities of buying, selling, or expanding businesses. Our commitment to excellence, combined with EXP Commercial's cutting-edge technology and global network, ensures our clients not only achieve their immediate objectives but are also positioned for sustained success in the dynamic business landscape. Whether you're looking to acquire a new venture, divest an existing operation, or seek advisory services to elevate your business, our team is equipped to facilitate your goals with precision, integrity, and a personalized approach.
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Smoke Shop Accessories Wholesaler, Monthly Nets $30k, Retire, La, Ca.
Los Angeles, CA
$739,000
Production Equipment Rentals – Well-Established with w/High Inventory!
Los Angeles, CA
$395,000
You Will Not Have To Risk Your Cash or Credit
Well-Established Breakfast & Lunch Cafe for Sale | $160,000
Alameda County, CA
$160,000
Beautiful Wine & Beer Bar | Newer Build | Fully Equipped
Santa Barbara County, CA
$135,000
Hookah Bar And Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Hotel For Sale Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, CA
$19,500,000
Teriyaki restaurant near USC
Los Angeles, CA
$185,000
Collision Center for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$365,000
Prime Pleasanton Location
Pleasanton, CA
$850,000
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.
