Alameda County, CA
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Great 2nd Generation Restaurant Space, In a Prime Area
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Prime San Francisco Neighborhood
San Francisco County, CA
Subway Sandwich Franchise — Very Motivated Seller — Great Location
San Mateo County, CA
Market
Contra Costa County, CA
Acupuncture and Wellness Clinic in Redwood City for Sale
Redwood City, CA
Prime Turnkey Mexican Restaurant Steps from College Campus
Santa Clara County, CA
Mars Bar & Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue with Full Liquor License
San Francisco, CA
Bar & Lounge (Oakland)
Oakland, CA
Highly Profitable Round Table Pizza! Owner Operator Can Net $236,020!
Sonoma County, CA
Absentee run mochi donuts and dessert shop for sale in Serramonte mall
Daly City, CA
Noble Locksmith
Franchise
Available Nationwide
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
Established Full Service Spa/Salon
$199,000
Los Gatos, CA
Turnkey Restaurant (Potential Boba Shop) for Sale – Low Rent
Newark, CA
Charming Preschool Center for Sale in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Puneet Sonia
PS Dream Team
Serving San Francisco County, CA
S.J. Fowler Real Estate, Inc. is a leading full-service brokerage based in Arizona, specializing in Commercial, Residential and Business Real Estate throughout Arizona . Founded in 1993 by Steven J. Fowler and affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, the firm combines decades of local experience with national resources to deliver exceptional results for investors, business owners, and developers. S.J. Fowler’s commercial division focuses on office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family assets, offering comprehensive acquisition, disposition, leasing, and tenant or landlord representation. In addition, the company provides expert business brokerage services—guiding clients through the purchase, sale, and valuation of businesses with professionalism and discretion. Built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and market insight, S.J. Fowler Real Estate is committed to helping clients achieve their commercial and business investment goals with confidence and success.
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Profitable Turnkey Custom Casework & Millwork Manufacturer
Alameda County, CA
Preschool For Sale Morgan Hill, CA (Real Estate & Business)
Morgan Hill, CA
Smoke Shop Seller Financing is Available
Santa Clara County, CA
One Of A Kind Wine Bar For Sale in WINE COUNTRY!
Sonoma County, CA
Absentee Run Property Management Company
San Jose, CA
Local Handyman Group
Franchise
Available in California
Profitable Flooring and Installation Business Ripe for New Owner!
Contra Costa County, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes, Hayward CA
Hayward, CA
Turnkey Nail Salon for Sale — Prime Location Now sale pending
$250,000
Santa Clara, CA
Established Muffler & Exhaust Repair Shop with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
$150,000 Cash Flow – $31K Down
Oakland, CA
Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Saratoga historic downtown
Saratoga, CA
7 FedEx Ground Routes, FREMONT CA
Newark, CA
Established pizzeria at Hayes Valley of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Auto Body Paint Supply Business
San Mateo County, CA
Delicious Sandwich shop with kitchen for sale in San Jose plaza
San Jose, CA
Aire Serv
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Premium Tactical Gear Built for Indoor Training Excellence
San Francisco County, CA
Established Vietnamese restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond
San Francisco, CA
Profitable Bay Area Real Estate Media & Lead Gen Company $343K Revenue
$228,000
Millbrae, CA
Restaurant with a good atmosphere
Milpitas, CA
Absentee owner/Great location
Alameda County, CA
Griswold
Franchise
Available in California
Smoke Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
Relocatable, Owner-Absentee E-Commerce Brand with 200K+ Audience
Alameda County, CA
Profitable Japanese Restaurant for Sale
San Leandro, CA
Turnkey Restaurant+Boba Shop for Sale in Millbrae
Millbrae, CA
Virtual San Francisco Bay Area CA CPA Practice for sale
San Francisco County, CA
Tim Gunsten
The Exit Company
Serving Santa Clara 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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Eastbay Nightclub For Sale. Rare ABC Type 90- Music Venue & License
Alameda County, CA
BMW, Mercedes & Porsche Auto Repair
San Francisco, CA
Two-Location Day Spa Business | Established Brand | Strong Cash Flow
$2,250,000
Santa Rosa, 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
H&H Bagels
Franchise
Available Nationwide
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
San Francisco Bay Area Med Spa For Sale (#2040)
Livermore, CA
Breakfast and Brunch restaurant for sale in Saratoga affluent area
Saratoga, CA
Well Established-Profitable-High End-Retail Spirits Business
San Francisco, CA
Chinese Restaurant — $180,000 Net — San Mateo County + Liquor License
San Mateo County, CA
Mexican Restaurant Great Opportunity Turnkey
Sunnyvale, CA
Liquor Store – Alameda County (PRICE DROP)
Alameda County, CA
The Learning Experience
Franchise
Available in California
Buy or Sell a Business in the San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its vibrant business community and entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, there are always businesses for sale in the area for interested buyers. If you're considering buying (or selling) a business in the San Francisco Bay Area, it helps to become acquainted with the local business for sale market.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed data from business for sale listings throughout the bay in order to provide some context around the number and types of businesses that are selling, and the financials associated with these listings.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~1,180 |
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Median Asking Price |
$420,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$700,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$160,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.6 |
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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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How many businesses are currently for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area?
There are over 1,100 businesses listed for sale in the Bay Area. It's worth noting that some of these listings may be 'blindly' listed and might require broader state-based searches to uncover.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in the Bay Area?
The market is quite diverse; the majority of available businesses fall into the following categories:
- Food and Restaurants: ~470
- Retail: ~140
- Service Businesses: ~130
- Automotive and Boat: ~60
- Building and Construction: ~50
- Health Care and Fitness: ~50
- Beauty and Personal Care: ~40
- Manufacturing: ~40
- Online and Technology: ~30
In which counties are most of these businesses for sale located?
The majority of the businesses are distributed among the following counties:
- Alameda: ~280
- Santa Clara: ~240
- San Francisco: ~220
- Contra Costa: ~140
- San Mateo: ~80
- Sonoma: ~80
Which cities in the Bay Area have the most businesses for sale?
The most active cities with businesses on the market are:
- San Francisco: ~220
- San Jose: ~120
- Oakland: ~80
- Santa Rosa: ~40
- Concord: ~40
- Fremont, Berkeley, Alameda, Santa Clara, Hayward, Pleasanton: ~20-30 each
What is the median asking price for these businesses?
A: The median asking price for businesses in the SF Bay Area is currently around $420,000.
Can you provide information about the average financial metrics for these businesses?
Based on the listings, the median reported revenue is approximately $700,000, with median reported earnings around $160,000, yielding an average profit margin of 23%. The median earnings multiple for asking price is 2.6, and the revenue multiple is 0.6.
How do business owners typically proceed with selling their businesses in the Bay Area?
Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.
