Monterey, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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$49,000 Mediterranean Deli
Snack & Beverage Wholesale in Central Valley
California
Round Table - California
Monterey County, CA
Trophy Location - Italian Dining, Full Liquor Bar
Redondo Beach, CA
Flooring Retail & Installation Business – 23+ Years
Palmdale, CA
Highly Scalable Government Contracting Plumbing Business
Temecula, CA
Unique PreSchool with Real Estate, SBA Qualified
Alameda County, CA
Residential/Commercial Pool Construction and Repair Maintenance
Riverside County, CA
Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market
Santa Clara County, CA
Property Damage/Restoration Company
San Rafael, CA
Chevron Gas Station/Extra Mile Store & Real Estate for Sale
Oxnard, CA
Franchise Fast Food Restaurant with Beer & Wine, Patio, & great sales
Carson, CA
Gas Station, C Store with Real Estate
Kern County, CA
Robots are here to Stay! Robotics Franchise w/ Massive National Accts!
Orange County Bar, Live Music & Dining Hot Spot – Music Lover’s Fave!
Huntington Park, CA
$700,000 in net income, low rent, prime location, high profit
Alameda County, CA
Mark Smith
Summit Business Advisors
Serving Nevada County, CA
Established in 2008, Summit Business Advisors serves the High Sierra Business Communities from Lake Tahoe to Lake Almanor, CA. Mark Smith, Broker and Founder has over 40 years of experience working with businesses throughout the Western US. and is a 15 year member of the International Business and California Business Broker Associations. If you are an owner looking to exit and sell your business or a buyer looking to purchase a business, Summit has the track record and experience to assist you. We specialize in businesses in the Retail, Wholesale, Distribution, Manufacturing or Transportation sectors with sales between $1,000,000 to $20,000,000 and EBITDA of $100,000 or greater.
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Semi-Absentee Sushi & Japanese-Very Low Rent-Private Parking Lot
Alameda County, CA
Absentee Operated & Remodeled Baskin Robbins in San Mateo County
San Carlos, CA
$1M+ Revenue - $347K Net Income -9+ Years Established — SBA approved
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
Successful Auto Repair Business, Knowledgeable Staff.
Sacramento County, CA
Chevron Gas Station, Circle K Business & Real Estate Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
High-Profit Fiberglass Pool Business Opportunity
Multi-Unit Denny's Franchise Opportunity
Monterey County, CA
Renowned Dermatology Practice
Encinitas, CA
Multi-Location Dental Group in Northern California (#2152)
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
30-Year Established Asian Supermarket
Los Angeles County, CA
High-Volume Denny’s in Prime Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, CA
Berkeley Restaurant Near Campus – Only $85,000
Alameda County, CA
Cronus Capital Management LLC
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
Cajun Seafood, HIGH VOL. & NET, Full Staff, 41. Affluent BREA, CA.
Brea, CA
Liquor Store: Rosemead, California
Rosemead, CA
High End Restaurant in Del Mar
San Diego, CA
Jocelyn Ruiz
First Choice Business Brokers Tustin
Serving Orange County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers Tustin is a full-service business brokerage firm helping business owners confidentially sell their businesses and qualified buyers identify acquisition opportunities. Our team works with privately held businesses across a wide range of industries, including healthcare and professional practices, service businesses, restaurants, med spas and wellness businesses, skilled trades, construction, logistics, manufacturing, and other established companies throughout Southern California. We assist business owners through every stage of the sale process, including business sale preparation, pricing and market positioning, confidential marketing, buyer screening and qualification, negotiations, due diligence coordination, financing support, and transaction management through closing. Our approach is built around confidentiality, clear communication, strong negotiation, and hands-on transaction support. We understand that selling a business is often one of the most important financial and personal decisions an owner will make, and we work to protect the value, relationships, and legacy they have built. Whether an owner is ready to sell now or simply beginning to explore their options, our goal is to provide practical guidance, professional representation, and a clear path forward.
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Class A Retail -4S Ranch- Dental Med Spa Podiatry Derm Chiro PT
San Diego, CA
Profitable Baskin-Robbins Franchise — Newly Remodeled
Alameda County, CA
Body Slimming & Facial Rejuvenation Spa
Smoke shop in Fullerton For Sale
Fullerton, CA
15-Year Estab. Cage-Free Doggie Grooming/Daycare | Affluent San Marino
San Marino, CA
Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Sonoma Plaza Location for Sale
Sonoma, CA
Well Established coffee shop with off-site catering services
Costa Mesa, CA
Del Taco - California
Fresno County, CA
BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE
Orange County, CA
Specaility Furniture Store, Easy To Run, Very Profitable
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.
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