San Diego, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Price Reduced. #1 Yelp Rated Recovery Studio. San Diego. $92k Profit.
General mechanic shop.
Covina, CA
$49,000 Mediterranean Deli
Monterey, CA
Snack & Beverage Wholesale in Central Valley
California
Round Table - California
Monterey County, CA
Florist – Profitable, Established High-Volume
Ventura County, CA
Trophy Location - Italian Dining, Full Liquor Bar
Redondo Beach, CA
Flooring Retail & Installation Business – 23+ Years
Palmdale, CA
Established Multi-Service Shipping & Business Center – 26+ Years
Orange County, CA
Highly Scalable Government Contracting Plumbing Business
Temecula, CA
Unique PreSchool with Real Estate, SBA Qualified
Alameda County, CA
Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market
Santa Clara County, CA
Property Damage/Restoration Company
Pasadena, CA
Would You Like to get started in the Vending Machine Industry?
Chevron Gas Station/Extra Mile Store & Real Estate for Sale
Oxnard, CA
Asian Fusion Quick Service Restaurant
Huntington Beach, CA
Cheryl Maloney
Vanguard Properties
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Number one listing agency in San Francisco-Number one marketing agency in San Francisco!! Vanguard is above and beyond the rest!
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Franchise Fast Food Restaurant with Beer & Wine, Patio, & great sales
Carson, CA
Gas Station, C Store with Real Estate
Kern County, CA
Orange County Bar, Live Music & Dining Hot Spot – Music Lover’s Fave!
Huntington Park, CA
Auto & Mechnic Repair Shop
Tarzana, CA
$700,000 in net income, low rent, prime location, high profit
Alameda County, CA
Semi-Absentee Sushi & Japanese-Very Low Rent-Private Parking Lot
Alameda County, CA
Panama Bar and Restaurant
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chico, CA
Absentee Operated & Remodeled Baskin Robbins in San Mateo County
San Carlos, CA
Commercial Kitchen Gasket Service
$267,000 Net Income Cryotherapy
Contra Costa County, CA
Liquor Store and Real Estate Investment – Fresno County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Thai Restaurant for Sale in La Verne! INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY!!! WOW!!!
La Verne, CA
Cosmetic Dental Laboratory - Supplier of Transformative Restorations
Los Angeles County, CA
Semi-Absentee Run Automotive Repair Shop, Solid Revenues!
Nevada County, CA
Chevron Gas Station, Circle K Business & Real Estate Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Asian Fusion Restaurant – Operates Without Owner / Alcohol License
Garden Grove, CA
Multi-Unit Denny's Franchise Opportunity
Monterey County, CA
6675 Front St, Forestville - Fully Equipped Restaurant
Forestville, CA
Renowned Dermatology Practice
Encinitas, CA
AI-Powered Robotic Specialty Coffee Café with High-Growth Potential
Multi-Location Dental Group in Northern California (#2152)
California
National Franchise Fitness Center in Sonoma County CA
Sonoma County, CA
Grocery Merchant Wholesaler
California
Rare Spirits Platform w CRT Capability & Significant Upside
Orange County, CA
Thai restaurant for sale in Downtown Vallejo
Vallejo, CA
Highly Profitable Indian Grocery Market
Newark, CA
Established Full-Service Event Design and Production Company
Santa Cruz County, CA
Absentee owner, Prime High-Traffic Salon – 11 Stations
Alameda County, CA
Minaz Ahamed
Major Properties
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Major Properties are the leading experts in commercial industrial real estate in and around the Los Angeles area. Headquartered in downtown Los Angeles for over 60 years, we deliver personal service and expert advise to our clients and investors.
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30-Year Established Asian Supermarket
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Fitness & Pilates Operation - Semi absentee
Placer County, CA
Rare Opportunity: Prime Territory with the Nation’s Largest Franchise
High-Volume Denny’s in Prime Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, CA
Berkeley Restaurant Near Campus – Only $85,000
Alameda County, CA
Tennis & Pickleball Shop
Los Angeles County, CA
Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in the Heart of S.V. Type 47 License
San Jose, CA
Profitable Retail Pharmacy inside a Medical Building near LAX
Los Angeles, CA
Absentee Owner/ Beauty and wellness center
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Wellness Studio/Absentee Owner/ great Net income
Contra Costa 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.
