San Diego, CA
Boomerang was established in 1994 in Grapevine, Texas. It's a household name in the music industry. Cash-flow is positive and debt-free. Very low overhead for daily operations. Sales and Admin duties...
Cash Flow: $75,000
Businesses For Sale in San Diego, CA
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Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
*****PRICE REDUCTION $150,000-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
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6 Year Old Ultra-Premium DTC Meat Brand Ready to be Scaled
San Diego, CA
Six-year-old premium meat e-commerce brand with national reach and a cult following in the Japanese A5 Wagyu category. $11M+ in lifetime revenue, $2.7M trailing twelve months, built on a defensible...
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Thriving Creative Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station
San Diego, CA
Asking Price: $485,000 Own one of San Diego's most unique experiential businesses located in the heart of the highly sought-after Liberty Station Arts District. Hawaii Fluid Art Liberty Station...
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Established Independent Gym — Turnkey Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational fitness business with a proven track record and a loyal, paying membership base already in place. This independent 24-hour gym has done the hard work...
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Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...
Reduced! Restaurant Asset Sale Fashion Valley Mall Location, Turn Key
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This is a turnkey food court asset sale located in one of San Diego’s premier shopping destinations with consistently strong foot traffic. The space is fully built out with a high-capacity commercial...
San Diego Water Restoration Business
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
Asset sale only. Step into a prime opportunity to own a turnkey water damage restoration business in San Diego’s high-demand market. This asset sale includes over $200,000 in premium equipment,...
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Brand New Turnkey Stretching Studio!
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
Step into one of California's most prestigious wellness markets with this operational STRETCHMED® studio located at 7606 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA. This turnkey opportunity offers the perfect mix of...
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Asset Sale: Mobile Jewelry & Charm Bar Business
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This is an asset sale and relocatable. Background on the company: I have operated a mobile jewelry & charm bar company that holds weekly spaces in two of the most popular and sought after farmers...
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Club Z! Tutoring Services
Franchise
Available Nationwide
No storefront needed. Low overhead & recurring revenue. National lead gen support. Top-rated education model. $40k liquid req
Fast casual Mediterranean restaurant for sale in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Established fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant strategically positioned in San Diego with convenient access to major transportation corridors including Highway 5 and Highway 8. This turnkey...
Established Plumbing Contractor – San Diego County
San Diego, CA
This well-established plumbing company has been serving both residential and commercial clients across San Diego County for over two decades. The business has built a loyal, diversified customer base...
Cash Flow: $199,172
Prime Gaslamp Quarter Resturant– Turnkey Restaurant in San Diego's Hot
San Diego, CA
Prime Turnkey Pizzeria in the Epicenter of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter – Ideal for Any Restaurant Concept! For sale: A fully equipped, operational pizzeria at 732 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 – right...
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Cash Flow: $70,000
Concierge Medicine & Vascular Clinic in La Jolla.
San Diego, CA
Well-established outpatient clinic for sale in a highly desirable coastal San Diego market. Fully contained and operational. -Unique 4-in-1 (four clinics in one facility) opportunity including a...
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San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Large Dry Cleaning / Laundry
San Diego, CA
Full Service Dry Cleaning and Laundry Plant With Mini Coin Laundry Of 8 Washers / 10 Dryers. Union Green Earth Cleaning Machine 60 lb. Sankosha Single Buck Shirt Unite. 2 Fulton 9.5 HP Boilers. This...
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Haik Bokhchalian
JohnHart Commercial
Serving San Diego County, CA
JohnHart has established a reputation for excellence in customer service, innovative technology, and comprehensive market insights. Mission: Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their financial goals by offering tailored investment strategies and unparalleled support. We believe in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success. Wealth Management: Personalized investment strategies and portfolio management services designed to grow and protect wealth. Research and Insights: In-depth market analysis and research reports that equip our clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. Educational Resources: A commitment to client education through workshops, webinars, and one-on-one consultations. Technology: Our cutting-edge trading platform combines user-friendly design with powerful analytical tools, ensuring that our clients have access to the resources they need to navigate today’s complex financial markets. We continuously invest in technology to enhance user experience and improve transaction efficiency. Community Engagement: We believe in giving back to the community. Through various philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, we support local organizations and strive to make a positive impact on society.
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Long-standing (10+ years) Trusted Pet Care Company
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, established pet care business with 16 years of brand equity, recurring clients, trained and trustworthy employees, documented systems, and strong local SEO...
Cash Flow: $64,921
Turnkey Coastal San Diego Restaurant | $1M Revenue | Beer & Wine
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey restaurant for sale in a highly desirable coastal community of San Diego. Generating approximately $1M in annual revenue over the past...
Cash Flow: $64,277
Reputable and Profitable Driver's Education School FOR SALE!
San Diego, CA
Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...
Cash Flow: $152,377
World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shops
San Diego, CA
Established World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shop Chain - 3 Prime San Diego Locations This exceptional multi-location coffee and bakery business has dominated the San Diego County market for 19 years,...
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Rare Franchise Investment Opportunity
San Diego, CA
Established Mediterranean fast-food franchise operation presenting a unique acquisition opportunity in San Diego's competitive quick-service restaurant market. This turnkey investment includes one...
Spherion Staffing & Recruiting
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Generate $6.9 million in annual revenue* with America’s premier staffing franchise. Ranked #122 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and a Franchise Business review Top Franchise. Grow your income while empowered by our vibrant, supportive corporate team and franchise community.
30 Yr San Diego MSP w/ $430K+ Recurring Rev. and Almost Zero Overhead
San Diego, CA
Established San Diego managed IT services provider, in continuous operation since 1995, with one of the most loyal customer bases you will find at this size. The company delivers managed services,...
Cash Flow: $89,258
Well Established Turnkey Yoga Studio
San Diego, CA
Own a piece of San Diego’s wellness scene with this rare, turnkey opportunity. Established in 1990, this profitable independent yoga studio is located in one of the city's most affluent and...
Cash Flow: $70,000
Own the Exclusive Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise Development Business
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise Development Business with 23 exclusive territories located throughout San Diego County California—one of the largest...
Established Commercial Plumbing Company with Coveted Client Base!
San Diego, CA
This family-operated commercial plumbing company is led by an industry veteran that has mastered the art of operating a thriving home services business without it being wholly reliant on the owner....
Cash Flow: $434,096
Established and Profitable Endocrinology Practice for Sale
San Diego, CA
A Legacy of Care: Seeking a Qualified Successor for a Thriving, Office-Based Endocrinology Practice in San Diego Are you an entrepreneurial endocrinologist ready to take control of your career and...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Turnkey Old Town San Diego Restaurant with Full Kitchen & BAR
San Diego, CA
TURNKEY RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO This fully improved restaurant space offers an exceptional opportunity to establish your culinary vision in one of San Diego's most...
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Premier Old Town San Diego Restaurant Opportunity
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire one of Old Town San Diego's premier turnkey restaurant locations. Opportunities of this caliber rarely become available. Positioned on the busiest section of San Diego...
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High-Growth DTC E-Commerce Sleep & Wellness Brand – $4.4MM+ EBITDA
San Diego, CA
Rapidly growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand in the sleep and wellness category with over $4.4MM in TTM EBITDA. The Company offers differentiated, highly recognizable patent-protected products...
EBITDA: $4,446,779
Multi Units Papa John's Restaurants
San Diego, CA
Papa John Restaurants Multi Units Discover an exceptional opportunity to continue the legacy of a thriving Papa John's Pizza franchise operation in San Diego County. This multi-unit restaurant package...
Cash Flow: $408,000
Exotic & Classic Car Dealership - La Jolla, California
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary player in the global collector automotive scene: Sports Car Company, Inc. Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, this family-owned exotic and...
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Mr. Appliance
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Appliance Repair franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. Limited national competition!
Stand Alone with 47 license-beautful build out-close to beach
San Diego, CA
Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach, West of I-5 Turnkey opportunity to own a fully equipped restaurant in a high-volume location with lots of room to grow. Situated in a large standalone 3,065 sq....
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47 License-Great Area-Well Designed-Good Volume-Keep Or Change Menu
San Diego, CA
Outstanding Restaurant for Sale in San Diego! Keep current name and concept or bring your own name and menu. Either way it's a Rare Opportunity in this bustling Point Loma Shopping Center Turnkey...
3 Years Established, Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
San Diego, CA
This is an established, open, and operating two-territory franchise resale in the home services space in San Diego. Revenue tripled between the first and second full years of ownership. Our franchise...
Turn key Mexican food restaurant in OCEAN BEACH
San Diego, CA
Prime Beach-Area Mexican Food Location for Sale Rare opportunity to take over a premier Mexican food location in the heart of the beach community—literally steps to the sand. Situated in highly...
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Professional Medical Staffing Company for Home Health & Hospice
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego, CA
Professional Medical Staffing Company specializing in home health and hospice services offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in San Diego County's robust healthcare market. Established in...
Cash Flow: $1,800,000
Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit with Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations, the #1 home-based estate sales & business liquidations franchise! Tap into a proven and trusted brand that has redefined excellence in this market.
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue for Sale 🔥
San Diego, CA
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue for Sale – Prime Corner Location – San Diego Exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-end, fully built-out hookah lounge and event venue in a prime San...
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Gluten free & Plant based Packaged food business - 18 products
San Diego, CA
Original, wholesome, convenient & unique sustainably packaged Vegan & gluten free foods, tried & tested over ten years at my prior vegan restaurant in La Jolla. Potential goes beyond just consumer...
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Cash Flow: $145,300
Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA-$50,000
San Diego, CA
Reduced-Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $50,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
Cash Flow: $72,540
Seeking CA Licensed Architect - Partnership & Ownership Opportunity
San Diego, CA
A respected, 38-year California architecture firm specializing in high-end custom residential design is available for acquisition through a partnership structure and is seeking a licensed California...
Cash Flow: $206,139
Established Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise | Turnkey
San Diego, CA
Premier Mobile Dog Grooming Business Serving North County San Diego This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey mobile dog grooming business serving the highly desirable...
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Tim Gunsten
The Exit Company
Serving San Diego County, CA
The Exit Company is a business brokerage firm dedicated to helping small and middle-market business owners sell on their terms. We specialize in businesses with annual revenues between $1 million and $25 million — the segment where owners deserve institutional-quality representation but too often don't get it. Founded by entrepreneurs who have sat on the seller's side of the table, we built The Exit Company to be the firm we wished we'd had during our own exits. We know what it feels like to hand over something you've built. That perspective drives everything we do, from valuation through closing. We focus on the sale of your business so you can focus on what comes next. Our process is built around three principles: integrity, communication, and efficiency. You'll always know where your deal stands. We move quickly without cutting corners. And we protect the terms that matter most to you - not just the headline price. Whether you're ready to go to market today or planning an exit five years from now, we partner with you at every stage: opinion of value, exit preparation, confidential marketing, buyer qualification, negotiations, due diligence, and closing. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California. Serving sellers nationwide.
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Turnkey San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent
San Diego, CA
Established Dental Office Opportunity PPO, HMO minimal, and Dentical office Making 20-30k a month operating 1.5 days a week with an associate. Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out dental...
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Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Business Overview Rare opportunity to acquire an established StretchLab franchise in a prime San Diego location. This turnkey wellness business operates within a nationally recognized brand and...
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Cash Flow: $48,401
Established Natural Skincare Farmers Market Business
San Diego, CA
Profitable and easy to run, this is an opportunity to acquire the farmers market branch of an established natural skincare brand specializing in tallow-based soaps and personal care products. The...
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EBITDA: $113,887
Turnkey Event Planning Business – Strong SEO & Cash Flow
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly systemized, absentee-run luxury event and proposal planning company serving Southern California. This business has built a dominant reputation in a fast-growing...
Cash Flow: $126,082
Downtown San Diego Gym for Sale
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to take over a fully built-out gym in Downtown San Diego at a price that is being set for a quick sale. The facility generated approximately $250,000 in revenue last year...
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JETSET Pilates
Franchise
Available in California
JETSET Pilates is a 50-Minute High-Intensity, Low Impact Full-Body Workout on our custom JETSET Reformer. JETSET Pilates blends traditional Pilates with intentional choreography and seamless transitions, creating a dynamic, high-intensity, low-impact workout that keeps muscles under constant tension for fast, transformative results
Successful Medical Spa 17 years in business
San Diego, CA
Established Medical Spa - San Diego's Leader in Advanced Anti-Aging This highly successful medical spa has been serving San Diego for 17 years, building a reputation as the region's leader in advanced...
Event business for sale (3600 sqft) in Mission Hills
San Diego, CA
Mission Hills Venue is a refined, multi-purpose event space located in the distinguished Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, California. Designed for versatility and sophistication, our space...
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Premium tequila brand with proven sales seeking strategic investment
San Diego, CA
BlowFish Tequila is a premium, California-based tequila brand seeking a strategic partner to fuel its next stage of growth. Built from the ground up by a hands-on founder, the brand has achieved...
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1 Day/Week Farmers Market Food Business Huge Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
Operating at one of San Diego's premier Saturday farmers markets — independently ranked a top 5 farmers market in the United States by USA Today — this business has built a loyal repeat customer base...
Cash Flow: $26,390
Franchise Ramen Restaurant – Prime San Diego Area
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire an established franchise ramen restaurant located in one of San Diego's most desirable and high-traffic trade areas. This business benefits from strong brand...
Cash Flow: $165,000
Byrider Franchise
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join a leading BHPH dealership franchise helping customers rebuild credit while owners scale a repeatable, cash-flow focused business.
Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego, Ca
San Diego is a thriving city with a strong economy and a diverse range of industries. Many entrepreneurs and investors are considering buying a business in San Diego as a lucrative opportunity. Similarly, business owners in San Diego may be considering selling their businesses for a variety of reasons. Whatever your situation may be, it is helpful to understand the local market and have a comprehensive understanding of the process involved in buying or selling a business in San Diego.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~250 |
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Median Asking Price |
$430,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$930,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$210,000 |
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Profit Margin |
22% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.1 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.5 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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We have analyzed the business for sale listings in San Diego and have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you gain a better understanding of the market in this city.
How many businesses are for sale in San Diego?
There are around 250 businesses currently up for sale in San Diego across various sectors. While some listings may be presented without detailed location specifics ('blind' listings), a broader county search can uncover these opportunities.
What types of businesses are for sale in San Diego?
San Diego's vibrant economy reflects a diversity of businesses on sale, including but not limited to:
- Approximately 75 restaurant businesses
- Over 40 service-oriented businesses
- More than 20 retail businesses
- Around 20 health and fitness businesses
- About 15 automotive and boat service businesses
- Nearly 10 manufacturing businesses
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses currently on sale in San Diego stands at $430,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
These businesses report a median revenue of $930,000, showcasing their potential for profitability and growth.
What is the average owner earnings for these businesses?
The median reported owner earnings, also referred to as Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $210,000. This figure provides insight into the owner's financial benefit, including salary and profits.
What are the average valuation multiples in San Diego?
The average asking earnings multiple is around 2.1 based on the reported SDE. In terms of revenue, the average asking multiple is approximately 0.5. These multiples can serve as benchmarks when evaluating business opportunities.
How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners looking to sell in San Diego typically have two primary options. They can hire a business broker or intermediary to manage the sale process, or they can list their business directly and manage the process themselves. Depending on the owner's goals and preferences, one option may be more suitable than the other.
