El Dorado County, CA
Businesses in California For Sale
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Pizza Restaurant
Fast-Growing Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location in S
San Jose, CA
Motivated Seller! Boba Tea Shop for Sale in Sunnyvale!
Sunnyvale, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes, San Jose CA
San Jose, CA
Contract-Based Commercial Pool Route with High-Growth Capacity
Contra Costa County, CA
Premier Dog Daycare Business – Loyal Client Base & Recurring Revenue
Alameda County, CA
Franchise cabinet refinishing Net income $147,000-Low warehouse rent
Contra Costa County, CA
FIRE SALE! Charming Dessert Cafe on Main Road
Los Angeles County, CA
Star Certified! Well Established Auto Repair, Smog and DMV Services
Riverside County, CA
Seafood in West Covina
West Covina, CA
Over 6,000sf Lobster House, 120 Seatings, 3 Vip Rooms, Beer/Wine
Rowland Heights, CA
Premier Event & Party Rental Company – Nearly $4M in Assets Included
Riverside County, CA
Asian Fusion with Sushi Restaurant(B&W)
Santa Monica, CA
SaaS Company in Event Planning
California
Sushi & Teriyaki restaurant
Mission Viejo, CA
Equipment Manufacturing - Drying Systems
Los Angeles County, CA
Moe & Andrea Bousaid, and Mike Richards
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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ASSET SALE w/ Renters: Salon: Lash, Brow, Facial, Massage
San Diego County, CA
Liquor Store
Monterey County, CA
"Pleasanton" Restaurant Business located in a Shopping Mall!
Pleasanton, CA
Absentee run Burmese restaurant for sale in SF south of market
San Francisco, CA
Branded Boba shop for sale in Downtown Dublin
Dublin, CA
Well-established Retail Pharmacy in Sacramento avg 90 scripts daily
Sacramento, CA
All major Insurances accepted at a Retail Pharmacy in Garden Grove OC
Garden Grove, CA
Profitable 48 Lic Bar- Populated Area-Great Set Up And Big Potential
San Diego County, CA
Smoke Shop
Merced County, CA
Established sushi restaurant for sale in SF Castro neighborhood
San Francisco, CA
Test Only Smog Check Station - Near A Busy DMV, Huge upside potential
California
Highly Profitable, Established Box Company
California
"Daly City" Highly Profitable & Turn-key Auto mechanic Business!
Daly City, CA
Long Established Sushi Restaurant in the Heart of the Lake Tahoe
El Dorado County, CA
Northern CA Veterinary Practice + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mendocino County, CA
Established Full-Service RV Dealership with Multiple Revenue Streams
Marin County, CA
Same owner for 33 years,
Covina, CA
Same Owner For 21 Years, Absentee Owner,Beer/wine Lic.
Redondo Beach, CA
Absentee run boba tea and snack shop for sale in Fairfield
Fairfield, CA
Highly rated Sushi and Ramen restaurant for sale in Downtown Hayward
Hayward, CA
High Volume Thai restaurant for sale in Oakland uptown
Oakland, CA
5 stars review beauty salon for sale in Dublin
Dublin, CA
Established Mexican Brunch Restaurant With 41 Beer And Wine License
South El Monte, CA
Unique Boba tea and snack shop for sale in Dublin shopping plaza
Dublin, CA
Liquor Store In OC
Orange County, CA
Licensed Hospice Agency in San Gabriel | Active Census
San Gabriel, CA
Liquor Store with High Volume near FWY 134
Los Angeles County, CA
Great restaurant ,Good income and great location
Alameda County, CA
Eon Lew
District Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Spotless & State of the art No Ho Coin Laundry for Sale!
North Hollywood, CA
Home Health Business - Established, Turnkey - Los Angeles County
Burbank, CA
Belmont Shore Bar & Grill – Prime Location w/Flexible Build Out&Patio
Long Beach, CA
Full-Service Commercial Printer
California
Bar & Grill Real Money Maker year after year. Entertainment license
Orange County, CA
Chiropractic Practice for Sale in Santa Clara County, CA
Santa Clara 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.
