San Bernardino County, CA
Businesses in California For Sale
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Profitable General Engineering Company
Fine Dining Restaurant For Sale!
Riverside, CA
Profitable Established Mrs.Fields Cookies Franchise For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Direct Lending & Real Estate Investments Services
California
Controls Systems & Product Company Specializing in Sensors & MMI
California
Sushi 6-days open ABC and $3600 all in rent!
West Covina, CA
Established Wine Shop
Santa Barbara, CA
Excellent Branded Gas Station with Liquor License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
Cannabis Manufacturing & Distribution Brand
Los Angeles, CA
Plastic, Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery in the Coachella Valley
Riverside County, CA
Well Known-Longtime-Profitable Polynesian Restaurant And Retail!!
Daly City, CA
Super Split Level Deli Cafe-Absentee owner
San Francisco, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant on Guerrero St., SF (Mission District)
San Francisco, CA
Prime Downtown Hermosa Restaurant and Bar Opportunity
Hermosa Beach, CA
Well Established Japanese Restaurant for Sale | $645,000
Pleasanton, CA
9 FedEx Ground Routes, Carson CA
Carson, CA
Jeff & Linda Nyman
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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Breakfast & Lunch cafe, Full Bar, Large Patio
Hollywood, CA
Dry Cleaners in Roseville for sale!
Roseville, CA
Electrical Contracting Business
Palm Desert, CA
Arco Direct Business Only with Long Term Lease Tanks replaced 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Established & Profitable Limousine Company
Corona, CA
Polk Gulch Wine Bar For Sale
San Francisco County, CA
UPS Franchise
Carlsbad, CA
Santa Monica Area Bar with Kitchen – Stellar Freeway Access
Santa Monica, CA
A Business with "Location,Location,Location!
Placer County, CA
Thriving Wine Business & Tasting Room Opportunity – Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
Manufacturer / Distributor of Industrial Rollers (RE avail)
Los Angeles County, CA
***In Escrow*** Highly Profitable Pipe Manufacturer**
Los Angeles, CA
Liquor Store - 12 Years in Business - Retiring - Koreatown, Los Angles
Los Angeles, CA
Prominent Water Tank Business
San Luis Obispo, CA
Tiny Homes on Wheels or Pad CA approved
Princeton, CA
Profitable Nail Salon Amazing Location in Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
Restaurant w Beer & Wine - Walk to USC -
Los Angeles, CA
Bar & Grill with Entertainment type 47 ABC License
Orange County, CA
Profitable Residential Smart Home Integration/ Audio Visual Co.
Los Angeles, CA
Thriving Hand Therapy Clinic for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Highly Profitable Multi Unit Urgent Care Centers in greater LA (2)
Los Angeles County, CA
Remarkable Restaurant/Bar/Event Space in Downtown Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
Menchies Frozen Yogurt Shop -PRICE REDUCED
Los Angeles County, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant in SF (Lower Nob Hill) Great Location!!
San Francisco, CA
Rare Direct to Consumer (DTC) Legacy Wine Importer in a growing niche
California
Mediterranean Restaurant, Decades of Profits & Established Clients!
Winnetka, CA
Scuba Training
Twentynine Palms, CA
Sushi Restaurant - Full Kitchen - ABC License
Ladera Ranch, CA
Scott Wells, 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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Nightclub/Restaurant/Kareoke/MusicVenue
Torrance, CA
HVAC Contractor—Commercial and Residential
California
Helicopter Flight School and Touring
Los Angeles County, CA
Spa & Wellness Center
Santa Barbara, CA
Price Reduced! Korean BBQ Chicken restaurant for Sale in Prunedale!
Prunedale, CA
Turnkey Northern California Fencing Company
Shasta 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.
