Santa Clara County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Prime Turnkey Mexican Restaurant Steps from College Campus
The Consignment Shop
Palm Desert, CA
Preschool Business For Sale Arden/Carmichael, CA
Sacramento, CA
Mustard Seed, Profitable, Long-Established Restaurant in Davis
Yolo County, CA
Mars Bar & Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue with Full Liquor License
San Francisco, CA
Deli and Pizza restaurant-long established - great rent-full kitchen
Poway, CA
Convenience Store with Beer & Wine, Major Street
Wilmington, CA
Established Laguna Beach Restaurant - SBA Approved! Prime Location!!!
Laguna Beach, CA
Very profitable Mexican restaurant
Granada Hills, CA
Provider of Specialty Cruise Group Events
Los Angeles County, CA
Leading Watch Parts Suppler Closing Out Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Bar & Lounge (Oakland)
Oakland, CA
Turnkey Auto Body Shop + Real Estate | Rare Downdraft Paint Booth
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
Premier Destination Coastal Coffee Portfolio (2 SHOPS)
Santa Cruz County, CA
Turnkey Auto Repair Facility + Real Estate | Prime Auto Corridor | Own
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
Japanese sushi restaurant for sale in Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Travis Newman
Eliro Inc
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Eliro Inc. is a boutique investment banking firm specializing in the strategic sale of privately held businesses through industry niche consolidation. Founded by seasoned M&A professionals, Eliro Inc. aims to maximize shareholder value by offering expert advisory services, including business valuation, deal structuring, targeted marketing, and transaction closing. Our core differentiator is our unique approach to consolidating businesses within specific industry niches. This strategy enhances earnings multiples, increases sales prices for sellers, attracts premium buyers, and streamlines the acquisition process. The Eliro Inc. management team brings over 30 years of combined experience in M&A, entrepreneurship, finance, and international business. This expertise, combined with a strong network of buyers (large private corporations, publicly traded companies, private equity firms, and high net worth individuals), positions Eliro Inc. to deliver exceptional results. Eliro Inc. targets privately held businesses with EBITDA ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000, ideally within a target niche, and business owners seeking to maximize their exit value. The firm also works with buyers seeking strategic acquisitions to expand market share, diversify portfolios, and drive growth.
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Independent Gas Station with Market and Car Wash- High Net Profit
Ventura, CA
Turnkey Auto Repair Shop | Strong Cash Flow | Prime Location
Glendora, CA
Korean Food Catering for Sale
Orange County, CA
K-12 Textbook Wholesaler
Los Angeles County, CA
Highly Profitable Round Table Pizza! Owner Operator Can Net $236,020!
Sonoma County, CA
Premier Event Staffing Company – Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
Well Established Beer & Wine Store in High Density Spanish Area
South Gate, CA
Absentee run mochi donuts and dessert shop for sale in Serramonte mall
Daly City, CA
Absentee run mochi donuts and dessert shop for sale in SF Stonetown
San Francisco, CA
Mochi Donuts and dessert shop for sale in San Jose Valley Fair mall
San Jose, CA
Turnkey Restaurant (Potential Boba Shop) for Sale – Low Rent
Newark, CA
Cash-Flowing Laundromat + Real Estate with Supplemental Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Charming Preschool Center for Sale in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable Holiday Retail Store in Solvang
Santa Barbara County, CA
Established Shawarma Shop!
Burbank, CA
Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop
California
Acoustic & Architectural Products Installation
California
Established 40-Year Fish & Chips Restaurant – Turnkey & Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
Established & Beloved Children's Gym & Fitness in Santa Cruz Vicinity
Santa Cruz, CA
Underground Construction Engineering Firm
California
Established Pool and Spa Remodel / Repair
California
Japanese Izakaya Restaurant in Encino
Encino, CA
Profitable Turnkey Custom Casework & Millwork Manufacturer
Alameda County, CA
Asian Fusion Restaurant, low rent, long-term lease
Irvine, CA
Established Commercial Air & Water Purification Systems Distributor
California
Owner-Operated Home Furniture Retailer
Tustin, CA
Teriyaki, Sushi Roll and Ramen Restaurant with Loyal Customer Base
Winnetka, CA
Sushi Restaurant with Walking to Beach
Seal Beach, CA
Campbell Norris
Main and Main Inc.
Serving Orange County, CA
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Dry Cleaner With Plant - Absentee Owner
Los Angeles, CA
Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA
Turlock, CA
Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA
Turlock, CA
Subway Franchise in San Fernando Valley is for sale
Chatsworth, CA
Growing B2B Signage Company
California
Preschool For Sale Morgan Hill, CA (Real Estate & Business)
Morgan Hill, 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.
