San Francisco, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Amazing San Fran 225 ATM Portfolio $1,292,000 Cash Flow- $3,259,000
Vibrant Ventura Restaurant
Ventura, CA
Premium Bay Area relocation and storage platform huge growth potential
South San Francisco, CA
Incredible opportunity to take over a beautifully built-out restaurant
Westlake Village, CA
Semi-Absentee Café (3-4 Hrs/Wk) – High-Visibility Main St Storefront –
Rowland Hgts, CA
Trucking Company with 1.4 Million Revenue and Growing!
Orange County, CA
Amazing Family Medical Practice with 43.5% EBITDA Margins
Orange County, CA
Mobile Physical Therapy Practice with Excellent Profit Margin
Orange County, CA
Retro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
LTC Pharmacy in the Sherman Oaks/Van Nuys area of San Fernando Valley
Van Nuys, CA
Semi Absentee Event Company with Established Team & Secured Contracts
Riverside County, CA
Brew, Pizza, Sports Bar all in ONE, Heart of Willow Glen
San Jose, CA
Mexican restaurant in busy center, can convert to new concept
Norco, CA
Island Bodega
$200,000
Westminster, CA
Healthy Lunch Restaurant | Short Business Hours | Food Court Location
Los Angeles, CA
High Performing Michelin Awarded-Chinese Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Brannon Poe
Poe Group Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Poe Group Advisors is the premier accounting practice intermediary firm in the accounting industry. With practices located throughout the U.S. and Canada, our company is known for our seamless process as well as our efficient and diligent approach to facilitating the buying and selling of CPA firms. Armed with a passion for people and unmatched expertise, our team of experts has a deep knowledge of accounting industry and an intense focus on maximizing value or minimizing risk.
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N. Hollywood Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Poki restaurant in a busy shopping center
Riverside, CA
Round Table - Bay Area, CA
San Mateo County, CA
Prime Denny's Franchise for Sale in Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Profitable Coastal Retail Opportunity | High Net for Owner-Operator
San Diego, CA
Premier, High-end Fashion Design, Apparel Manufactory
Vernon, CA
Dry Cleaners with Alterations
Riverside, CA
Absentee-run family entertainment franchise
California
Fully Built Restaurant Whittier
$160,000
Whittier, CA
Conv. Store with Beer & Wine License (Emeryville)
Emeryville, CA
20 Year Established Delivery & Assembly Service for Major Retailers
Riverside County, CA
Semi Absentee Operation Orange County Retail Pharmacy
Orange County, CA
Mechanic shop for lease.
Pasadena, CA
Retail RX Strong Medical Volume East LA est 1985
Los Angeles County, CA
Brand New Car Wash – Business & Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bakersfield, CA
Turnkey dry cleaner in a High-Income Area with loyal clientele
Redwood City, CA
Premier Chiropractic Practice in North Bay
Sonoma County, CA
SF Wellness Center: 75% Profit, 5-Star Rating, $2250 All-in Rent
San Francisco, CA
Semi-Absentee Salon Suites Sublease in Redlands and Costa Mesa
Redlands, CA
ZipGrow Hydroponic Farm for Sale - Land Not Included
$45,000
Baywood-Los Osos, CA
Deli For Sale East County San Diego
San Diego County, CA
Pizza -fully staffed-busy area-great demographics-turn key
Santa Clarita, CA
Long est. Thai location-149k w-2 income-41 lic.-high traffic area
Camarillo, CA
Well-Established Business, Installing & Repairing Hardwood Floors
Orange County, CA
Coastal Craft Wine Bar Tasting Room Kitchen
San Diego County, CA
European Auto Repair + Real Estate | No New Competition Allowed
Alameda County, CA
Turnkey Baja Fresh in Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
Beer Wine Market in LA - Employee Run
Los Angeles, CA
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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Prime Corner Papa John’s Franchise | Route 66 Location | Turnkey
Glendora, CA
Established highend bakery with strong brand recognition in OC
Orange County, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant Maywood
$190,000
Maywood, CA
$1.3M+ Sales Popular Restaurant Brand | Liquor License | Semi-Absentee
San Francisco County, CA
Laundromat-Low Rent- More Potential-Plenty Parking
Solano County, CA
Pet Clinic near Norwalk area established for 30 Years
La Mirada, CA
Long-Established Full-Service Restaurant with Liquor License
Santa Barbara, CA
Popular Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant
Fresno, CA
Franchise Tutoring Center
Placer County, CA
High-Volume Well-Established National Hair Salon Torrance, CA-On PCH!
Torrance, 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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