Desert Hot Springs, CA
For sale is a premier downtown bar located in Desert Hot Springs, known as the perfect hub for socializing, enjoying playoffs, and savoring the best drinks in town. This vibrant sports bar offers a...
$125,000
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Downtown Bar
Desert Hot Springs, CA
High-Margin Radiant Heating Contractor – Premier LA Niche Business
Los Angeles, CA
Bike rental business in prime ocean-front location
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Grocery Store with ABC Type 20 in Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA
Profitable Vietnamese restaurants
Marin County, CA
Popular Pizza Restaurant (Los Altos)
Los Altos, CA
Auto Repairer in South OC with 30+ years in operation, Fully Equipped
Mission Viejo, CA
Market Sushi
Fountain Valley, CA
Profitable Specialty Outdoor Retailer
Nevada County, CA
333K Net Absentee-Owner DME Business in California
California
Semi-absentee run boba tea shop for sale in Menlo Park
Menlo Park, CA
Beautiful newly remodeled nail salon for sale located in Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale, CA
Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
1. $150K ASSET SALE In The Heart Of San Diego!
$150,000
San Diego, CA
Beauty Salon in Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Premier Florist Located In South Orange County
Orange County, CA
William White
Peak Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Peak Commercial delivers a full spectrum of commercial real estate services, including commercial financing, commercial insurance, and 1031 exchange services, as well as specialized investment and property management expertise. This complete integration of services, combined with our deep understanding of local, national, and international markets, positions us as a leader in facilitating all property types and sectors.
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Fully Equipped Nail salon in Prime Location
Ventura County, CA
Dry Cleaner in Oak Park
Oak Park, CA
Highly Profitable Commercial Restroom Partition Mfr & Installer
Orange County, CA
Beauty Supply in La Brea
Los Angeles, CA
Mail Box business in San Fernando Valley
Sherman Oaks, CA
Afghani/Indian/Pakistani Restaurant - Heart of Roseville
Roseville, CA
High Profit Smog Test Only-South Orange Co.
Orange County, CA
Established & Profitable UPS Store Franchise in Prime Ventura Location
Ventura, CA
Producing Oil & Gas Investment - Nexus Bear Lake, LP
$100,000
Newport Beach, CA
taxi company serving entire Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA
QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three
Orange County, CA
QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three
Orange County, CA
Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise
Alameda County, CA
Highly Automated Property Management Business with Growth Upside
Orange County, CA
Fabulous Food Opportunity
Beverly Hills, CA
Established Dessert & Frozen Yogurt Shop in Prime Coastal Town
Orange County, CA
Cute Home Goods Shop in Mill Valley For Sale
Mill Valley, CA
Established STAR Smog Test Only Center, $15K Monthly Net
Los Angeles County, CA
Yogurtland Franchise in North Orange County
Orange County, CA
Full Welding & Sheet Metal Fab Shop – Owner Retiring, Asset Sale
$230,000
North Hollywood, CA
Popular Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant within a Busy Shopping Center
Sonoma County, CA
Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall
Ventura County, CA
Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value
San Mateo County, CA
Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value
San Mateo County, CA
Dry Cleaning Plant – 18 Years, Busy Location, Avg. Monthly Net 12K.
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Beer & Wine Store with for Sale - High Lotto Income
Long Beach, CA
Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar
Orange County, CA
Meat Market - Convenience Store, Big price reduction.
Paramount, CA
Gordon Lai
Prime Metropolis Properties, Inc.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Prime Metropolis Properties, Inc. is a San Francisco-based real estate brokerage established in 1988. In addition to residential and investment real estate, our firm assists clients with business opportunity sales, commercial leasing, and property-related business transactions throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We work with business owners, buyers, investors, landlords, and tenants on restaurant, retail, service, and other small business opportunities. Our team understands that business sales often require discretion, especially when employees, customers, vendors, landlords, and competitors are involved. We help protect confidentiality while guiding qualified buyers through the review process, including confidentiality agreements, lease review, financial information, private showings, offer preparation, and transaction coordination. With local market experience and bilingual service in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, we are well positioned to assist business owners and buyers throughout San Francisco and the greater Bay Area.
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Established Specialty Dessert & Bakery Business | Fully Equipped
Orange County, CA
$70,000 Asset Sale - Modern Asian Restaurant in fashionable Los Feliz
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey OC Mobile Detailing – 2 Fitted Vans, App, Domain & Reviews
$129,000
Lake Forest, CA
Korean BBQ Restaurant for Sale | $299,000
Alameda County, CA
Trusted Ventura County Fencing Business Primed for Growth
Ventura County, CA
Wholesale Flowers to Retail Stores.
Los Angeles County, CA
Floral Design Studio Serving Weddings & Special Events
Livermore, CA
Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry
Rowland Heights, CA
$195,000 - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant
Orange County, CA
High End Area Famous Grocery Store / Super Market
Santa Clara 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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