Sonoma County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Packaging/shipping/retail Matl's, Est. 35 Years, No. Bay Area
Pakistani and Indian restaurant for sale in Woodland of Yolo County
Woodland, CA
General Contractor - Remodeling, Additions & Repairs
California
Vehicle wrap and graphics business
Lake County, CA
Business Only Arco AM PM Gas Station with long term lease
Fresno, CA
ARCO AM/PM Gas Station + Real Estate | Fresno, CA Or Business Only Opt
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno, CA
Japanese Ramen & Sushibar Absentee Restaurant for Sale
Solano County, CA
Turn-Key Restaurant Space
East Palo Alto, CA
Growing B2B Signage Company
California
Dry Cleaners 45 Years Loyal Customer Base
Orange County, CA
Highly Profitable Indian Grocery Market
Newark, CA
Postal Annex - Mailing Business
San Ramon, CA
Retail and wholesale bakery in Pasadena.
Pasadena, CA
Full-Service Car Wash – Santee, CA – Built for Growth & Expansion
Landscaping and Maintenance
San Diego County, CA
San Bernardino County CPA Firm with staff Listing CA2631
San Bernardino County, CA
Bobby Panahi,MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in construction sector, towing companies, transportation companies, gas stations, healthcare/hospice operations, laundromats, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
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Top Rated Home Care Franchise in Inland Empire
Upland, CA
Business & Real Estate | 155+ Lic. Preschool | Large Waitlist..
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Business to Business Opportunity
Escondido, CA
Iconic Lotus Automotive Parts Supplier – $2.3M+ Retail Inventory –
San Andreas, CA
Popular Mexican Restaurant in Solano County for sale
Vacaville, CA
Sensors- Manufacturing
Ventura, CA
Absentee run Large hair salon. Contemporary
Dana Point, CA
Car Rental Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
Print & Digital Marketing Business for Your Local Market
World's Largest Sci-Fi Museum
Chatsworth, CA
Upscale Established Salon with Loyal Clientele and Employees
Marin County, CA
Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Well designed Restaurant /Wine Bar W/ Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gilroy, CA
Premier Kitchen & Bath Showroom & Design-Build Firm
Ventura County, CA
Los Angeles - Wilshire CPA Firm for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Port Drayage and Transloading Company
California
Reinforcing Steel Fabrication Shop
California
Charming sushi restaurant for sale in Fair Oaks of Sacramento county
Fair Oaks, CA
Express Delivery Courier in LA
Los Angeles, CA
Regional Development Opportunity For Top 10 Sandwich Brand
Highly Profitable 7-Eleven
San Bernardino County, CA
Top Rated San Diego HVAC Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
Highly Profitable 7-Elevan with Gas Station
Hesperia, CA
Bubble Tea Shop in Contra Costa County- 630 sq ft Semi Absentee owner
Contra Costa County, CA
Lucrative CA Electrification & Utility Retrofit
Orange County, CA
North Hollywood Bar with Customer Embraced Concept & Vibe!
North Hollywood, CA
Market Sushi-->High Volume
Santa Monica, CA
Modern restaurant for sale in South Sacramento Delta shores
Sacramento, CA
Benjamin Lalezari
Realty Investment Advisors, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Realty Investment Advisors is a Southern California brokerage specializing in commercial real estate and business sales, with a strong focus on gas stations, car washes, convenience stores, and neighborhood markets. We represent buyers and sellers in both business-only transactions and sales that include the underlying property. Our experience spans major fuel brands and independent stations, as well as retail properties. Our buyer relationships include 7-Eleven, and we also represent Circle K operators seeking acquisition and expansion opportunities. We work with individual owner-operators, real estate investors, and established businesses with multiple locations throughout Southern California. We also help property owners secure financially strong tenants, including corporate operators and established family-owned businesses with multiple locations. These relationships allow us to connect owners with experienced tenants seeking long-term locations. We help clients evaluate opportunities, understand business and property economics, and navigate the details of a transaction. This includes lease terms, fuel supply agreements, franchise requirements, and coordination with lenders, escrow, and other transaction professionals. Based in Santa Monica, we serve Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California market. Whether you are selling a business, selling the business together with the property, seeking a strong tenant, or acquiring your next location, Realty Investment Advisors offers practical guidance and attentive service from the initial conversation through closing.
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Franchise or Independent Bakery - Prime Location
Concord, CA
Indian Fusion Pizza | Net $250K on $800K Sales, Yorba Linda OC
Yorba Linda, CA
Turnkey 20-Screen Indoor Digital Billboard Network — S. OC County
Turnkey Restaurant in Temescal Valley
Temescal Valley, CA
Turnkey Restaurant with $1M+ Annual Gross Sales
Los Angeles, CA
Martial Arts Studio- Price 50% under Market Value
Los Angeles County, CA
One-of-a-Kind Camera Shop at an Incredible Location
Los Angeles County, CA
La Plaza Shoe Repair
Palm Springs, CA
Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Profitable Retail/Compounding Pharmacy in Calabasas/Agoura Hills area
Hidden Hills, 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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