Los Angeles County, CA
$420,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Property Management-Residential & Comm. Clientele-San Gabriel Valley
B2B Wholesale Automotive Parts Distributor
Concord, CA
$500,000
Turnkey Established Design-Build Contractor
California
$995,000
Turnkey Auto Body Paint Supply Business
San Mateo County, CA
$749,000
Chiropractic Practice for Sale in South Bay San Diego CA, Area
San Diego County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $500,285
Some locations sell food. This one sells Dreams
San Mateo County, CA
$750,000
Custom Cabinet Supplier For Sale
San Francisco County, CA
$250,000
Destination Niche Plant Nursery with 2 Locations
California
$499,000
Structural Engineering Business
Alameda County, CA
$800,000
Appliance Repair company with accounts!
Contra Costa County, CA
$250,000
Women's Fitness Gym - Nice side hustle!
Sacramento County, CA
$49,000
Auto Repair, long established
Orange County, CA
$105,000
Sushi & Japanese Restaurants in West Covina
West Covina, CA
$125,000
Chinese Restaurants in Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
$79,000
Wine Imports and Distribution - Established and Profitable
Orange County, CA
$250,000
Gas Station
Yuba County, CA
$885,000
Kan Loi
Bradshaw International Properties
Serving Orange County, CA
Bradshaw International Properties - Your Partner in Business Transitions At Bradshaw International Properties, we understand that buying or selling a business is a pivotal decision. As a dedicated business team, we provide comprehensive, expert guidance throughout every stage of the transaction. We specialize in facilitating seamless transitions for businesses across diverse sectors, with a particular focus on franchises, food service, and retail. Our approach is built on a foundation of integrity, discretion, and personalized service. We leverage our extensive network, market knowledge, and proven methodologies to meticulously match buyers and sellers, considering strategic fit, financial capabilities, and long-term goals. We also guide clients through the complexities of due diligence, ensuring transparency and minimizing risks. We advocate for our clients, skillfully negotiating terms that align with their objectives. We manage the closing process efficiently, ensuring a seamless and successful transfer of ownership. Our team of possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in business transactions. We are committed to providing exceptional service, fostering trust, and achieving optimal outcomes for our clients. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or simply explore your options, Bradshaw International Properties is your trusted partner in realizing your business goals.
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High Volume Liquor Store for sale in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,500,000
Oil Changer with Property
San Joaquin County, CA
$250,000
Well Established - Mailbox, Shipping & More
Los Angeles County, CA
$190,000
Smoke Shop, Beautifully Designed, High Volume
Los Angeles County, CA
$850,000
Smoke Shop, High Vol & Net, Help run, No Name.
Los Angeles County, CA
$275,000
Bar with Property Priced for a Quick Sale
California
$150,000
Smoke Shop, High Vol & Net, Help run, Biz Name not included.
Los Angeles County, CA
$275,000
Profitable Breakfast & Lunch Franchise, $2.6+ Million Sales
San Diego County, CA
$1,200,000
Pho Restaurant in Diamond Bar
Diamond Bar, CA
$139,000
Turn up the profits: Own this thriving HVAC business today!
San Diego, CA
$650,000
Tile Outlet, Retailer, Wholesaler, South SanFrisco Bay Area
Santa Cruz County, CA
$1,170,000
Tile Outlet, Retailer, Wholesaler, S SF Bay Area
Santa Cruz County, CA
$1,170,000
Put Your Restaurant at the Heart of Rose Avenue in Venice Beach CA
Venice, CA
$400,000
Long-Standing Child Care Center | 83-Lic. | Turnkey | Value-Add
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Davis, CA
$1,570,000
Own your dream -Chicken Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
$98,000
Great Producing Gas Station
Tulare County, CA
$3,200,000
Hollywood & Broadway Historical Clothing eCommerce Business
Santa Cruz County, CA
$1,100,000
Hamburger and Dinner with Drive thru Including Property $ 4,8 Mil
Indio, CA
$4,600,000
Dry Cleanig Agency in La Mirada
La Mirada, CA
$85,000
Mediterrananean and Gyros restaurant for sale in East Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$99,000
1,300sf K-8 Heritage School MUP Permitted
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$68,000
Sunset Blvd Restaurant/Bar- Includes Type 41 ABC License - KEY MONEY
Echo Park, CA
$350,000
Breakfast and brunch restaurant for sale in South San Jose
San Jose, CA
$200,000
10 Years established beauty salon for sale in Mountain View
Mountain View, CA
$130,000
Newly Remodeled Self Service Restaurant in Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
$79,000
Popular Franchise Self Service Restaurant in Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
$80,000
Profitable Building Services & Waterproofing – SBA Prequalified
Los Angeles County, CA
$4,300,000
Liquor Store For Sale San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
$160,000
Zoom Brokers
Zoom Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Zoom Business Brokers is a highly accomplished team of dedicated and trustworthy professionals who are pioneering the process to skillfully guide, advise, and facilitate your seamless business transactions. Our team of industry veterans embodies over 230 years of collective real-world experience and will provide you with mindful expertise and resources to buy, sell, or merge your business with their decades of training and practice and an extensive relationship network. Regardless of your business size, industry or locale, our qualified brokers are relentless in our innovative approach to fully and efficiently service your needs – from expert guidance to transactions – that will ultimately save you valuable time and money and allow you to remain focused on what you do best in running your business. Our brokers embrace collaboration and are carefully selected for our team because of their integrity and professionalism. We are tenacious in our objective to provide exceptional service, and in doing so our team is uncompromising in protecting your confidential information and aligning the interests of all parties for mutual success. The rigorous, industry-leading training of our brokers results in sound, smart advice and the highest professional standards that we employ in providing you with support that is both reliable and creative as we facilitate your business transactions.
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Riverside County – Popular Cocktail, Dining & Entertainment Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
$225,000
Beer & Wine Market: Pico Rivera, California
Pico Rivera, CA
$99,888
E-Commerce Speciality Business for Sale
San Jose, CA
$600,000
LIQUOR HIGH VOL, HELP RUN, PARKING, FLAGSHIP STORE
Orange County, CA
$399,999
Hi Volume Liquor Store near Fullerton
Orange County, CA
$670,000
Engineering and Manufacturing Services Machine Shop
San Jose, CA
$495,000
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.
