Alameda County, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Eastbay Nightclub For Sale. Rare ABC Type 90- Music Venue & License
Highly Profitable Indoor Plastering Biz – 40+ Years Reputation
Monterey County, CA
Subway in Riverside
Riverside, CA
Well-Known Los Feliz Restaurant with Full Bar & Indoor/Outdoor Seating
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable E-commerce Business - Highly Scalable
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Franchise Fitness Center – Brand New Buildout
California
Well Established & Profitable ServiceMaster Franchises S. SF Bay Area.
California
Express Car Wash Business with Real Estate for sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
***In Escrow*** Highly Profitable Manufacturer of Medical Products
Los Angeles County, CA
BMW, Mercedes & Porsche Auto Repair
San Francisco, CA
Profitable Korean Soup Franchise Restaurant – Turn-Key Opportunity
Cerritos, CA
Profitable B2B SaaS Business with $1.15M ARR
California
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill Franchise Business Opportunity for Sale
Riverside County, CA
West Hollywood Bar 48 License for Sale
West Hollywood, CA
Boba tea shop for sale in Downtown Alameda near high school
Alameda, CA
Absentee Seafood Restaurant for Sale or Asset Sale (2nd Gen Space)
Concord, CA
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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Semi-Absentee - Profitable Dessert & Gift Franchise
San Diego County, CA
Market Sushi
Culver City, CA
Clinical Laboratory, netting 1M/month
California
Beer and Wine market in Heavy traffic area with motivate seller
Long Beach, CA
Piano Tuning Repair and Music Studio
San Francisco County, CA
Barre Studio Opportunity - Prime Location!
Redwood City, CA
Upscale Dog Grooming Business
Santa Clara County, CA
Premier Powersports Manufacturer and Distributor
California
Gift'ed
Rancho Mirage, CA
Drywall Construction Business in Northern California
Sacramento County, CA
Rafo's Cafe!
Burbank, CA
Clean & Beautiful Teriyaki Restaurant for sale
Orange County, CA
Chill Bar in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
Premium Millwork, Endless Potential
California
Full-Service Hair Salon
Los Angeles, CA
Premier Special Event Rental Business where the “Wine Meets the Waves”
Santa Barbara, CA
Market Sushi
Huntington Beach, CA
Supermarket w/ Restaurant - Asset Sale / Huge Potential
Los Angeles County, CA
Desirable North Hills location
North Hills, CA
Santa Monica Beer & Wine Bar with no Food Required – Eclectic Concept
Santa Monica, CA
Market Sushi--High Volume
Santa Ana, CA
San Francisco Bay Area Med Spa For Sale (#2040)
Livermore, CA
Drive Thru Restaurant for Sale. Prime Santa Ana Location, Turn Key
Santa Ana, CA
Breakfast and Brunch restaurant for sale in Saratoga affluent area
Saratoga, CA
Consistant Performer Grocery store
San Joaquin County, CA
Established Korean Restaurant in Fullerton – Turnkey & Profitable
Fullerton, CA
Successful, Long Established Full Service Dental Lab in Beautiful CA
California
High Volume Beer/Wine Market
Fresno County, CA
Abhi Mathews, CFA
Minerva Valuations
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Minerva Valuations is a boutique, mid market advisory firm specializing in M&A/corporate finance, business valuations, acquisitions, divestitures, and shareholder value advisory services, with multiple locations in North America. Our clients include business owners, high net worth individuals, accountants, lawyers, bankers, government organizations and smaller financial institutions in a variety of industries.
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Established Pressure Washing Service — 20+ Years Strong Cash Flow
Riverside County, CA
Preschool | Childcare building for Sale
Davis, CA
Well Established-Profitable-High End-Retail Spirits Business
San Francisco, CA
EV charger
Los Angeles, CA
Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services
Orange County, CA
Hibachi + Sushi Concept - Full Bar - Downtown Location
Riverside 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.
