Galveston County, TX
Businesses For Sale in Texas
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Outdoor Pest Control Franchise - Galveston County
Neat Brunch Restaurant
Dallas, TX
Auto Paint & Body repair Shop with land and 11,000 sq. Ft. Building
Dallas, TX
Acquire Our Thriving Neighborhood Jewelry Store
San Antonio, TX
Profitable Absentee-Owned Pizza & Beer Establishment
Collin County, TX
Chandelier Lighting Company
Stafford, TX
Pet and Home Sitting Business
Briarcliff, TX
Online Career Training School Opportunity (No students on Campus)
Collin County, TX
Security Business, Trained K9 / Canine Detection Service
Texas
Houston Texas Med Spa Practice For Sale (#898)
Houston, TX
Hospice & PAS Agency For Sale In Houston, Texas
Houston, TX
Fabulous restaurant and Bar!
Houston, TX
A logistics company
Frisco, TX
SHELF READY / Home Health - PAS Business- All of Texas
Texas
Wholesale Food Service Equipment and Supplies #67652
Texas
Electrical Contracting and General Construction #55382
Texas
Harmohan Rathour
RE/MAX Golden Empire
Serving Dallas County, TX
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Well Known Franchise Deli - Seller will finance with $100,000.
Houston, TX
Highly Profitable Prosper/North Frisco Area Franchise Childcare
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Frisco, TX
Home Health Agency For Sale In SW Texas
Texas
Brazoria County, TX CPA Firm for Sale
Brazoria County, TX
$666,000 in 2025 Earnings Custom Flooring Business. Under LOI 6/1/2026
Austin, TX
Enormous Lumber & Hardware Center- Price Reduced
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Scurry County, TX
Uvalde Texas Ophthalmology Practice For Sale
Uvalde County, TX
A Japanese sushi and cuisine restaurant with style!
Montgomery, TX
Local franchise burger restaurant opportunity
Houston, TX
Amazing Drycleaner next to Kroger!
Houston, TX
City of Houston office is in the same building as this deli!
Houston, TX
Transportation Company in the Freight Trucking and Moving & Storage
Texas
Patented Automated Software Deployment Solutions Company
Texas
International Freight Trucking Company
El Paso County, TX
Profitable Texas Limestone Crusher Quarry
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
Tile Import Business -- Seller Financing Available SBA Approved
Texas
Modern Facial spa
Austin, TX
Japanese restaurant
Austin, TX
Busy And Popular Hamburger!
Houston, TX
Vending Machines & Locations Throughout Austin.
Austin, TX
Vending Machines & Locations Throughout Dallas.
Dallas, TX
Vending Machines & Locations Throughout Houston.
Houston, TX
Two Preschools in North Texas for Sale #2077
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
Reputable TX Pool Designer with Property Included! (17878)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
Ark-La-Tex CPA Firm
Texas
Hospice Agency For Sale In Houston, Texas
Houston, TX
Franchise Painting and Repair Business For Sale In Metro Dallas, Texas
Texas
Liquor Store - San Antonio - Priced at $125,000 + Inventory
Bexar County, TX
Jacob Davis
Capstone Consulting
Serving Brazos County, TX
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Pet Food, Supplies and Grooming Business For Sale In Metro Dallas
Texas
Leading Pizzaria in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX
Home Health Agency For Sale In Metro Houston, Texas
Houston, TX
Oilfield Rental Company in Permian Basin
Texas
New Start-Up Hospice Agency For Sale In North Metro Dallas, Texas
Texas
Franchise Retail Goods Store For Sale In Metro Dallas, Texas
Dallas County, TX
Buy or Sell a Business in Texas
Navigating the market for buying or selling a business in Texas can be complex and full of questions. We've compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help guide you through the process with clarity and confidence, whether you're a potential business buyer, existing business owner, or an up-and-coming entrepreneur.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~3,300 |
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Median Asking Price |
$350,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$650,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.3 |
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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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Major Metro Areas
Most businesses for sale in Texas are located in one of its major metro areas:
- Amarillo Metro Area
- Austin Metro Area
- Beaumont-Port Arthur Area
- College Station-Bryan Area
- Corpus Christi Metro Area
- Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
- El Paso Metro Area
- Houston Metro Area
- Jacksonville Area
- Killeen-Temple Area
- Laredo Metro Area
- Longview-Marshall Area
- Lubbock-Levelland Area
- Mcallen Metro Area
- Midland-Odessa Area
- San Angelo Area
- San Antonio Metro Area
- Texarkana Metro Area
- Waco Area
- Wichita Falls Metro Area
How many businesses are for sale in Texas?
Currently, there are approximately 3,300 businesses for sale in Texas. However, it is worth noting that many are listed 'blindly' meaning detailed information may only be revealed during the inquiry process.
In which cities are most businesses located?
The bulk of businesses available for sale in Texas are concentrated in key urban centers. Here are the 10 individual cities with the highest number of businesses for sale, offering a diverse range of opportunities for potential buyers:
- Houston: around 530
- Dallas: around 300
- Austin: around 190
- San Antonio: around 180
- Fort Worth: around 130
- Plano: around 70
- Frisco: around 60
- Katy: around 60
- Spring: around 50
- Sugar Land: around 40
These cities not only reflect the economic diversity of Texas but also highlight where demand and growth potential are most concentrated. Prospective buyers should consider these locales as starting points in their search for the right business opportunity. Keep in mind, not all businesses for sale in the above cities will be listed at the city level. To maintain confidentiality, many only list the county or state, which makes them a little more difficult to find.
What types of businesses are for sale in Texas?
A diverse array of business types are available for purchase. The most commonly listed include:
- Food and Restaurants: This category tops the list with around 700 businesses available for sale and includes Bars, Breweries, and Coffee Shops.
- Service Businesses: These are a close second with around 500 listings covering everything from laundromats and cleaning businesses, to landscaping and waste management companies.
- Other notable categories include Health Care and Fitness and Building and Construction (around 300 each), Retail (around 270), Automotive and Boat (around 200), and Manufacturing (around 160).
What is the average asking price for businesses in Texas?
The median asking price for Texas businesses on the market is $350,000, demonstrating accessibility for a variety of investment levels.
What is the average revenue and earnings of these businesses?
Businesses for sale typically report a median revenue of $650,000 and median earnings, or seller discretionary earnings (SDE), of $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples in Texas?
On average, businesses in Texas are being sold for an earnings multiple of 2.3 (related to the asking price), and a revenue multiple of 0.5. This suggests for every dollar in earnings or revenue, respectively, the asking price reflects these multiples.
How can Texas business owners sell their own businesses?
Most opt for recruiting an experienced business broker to handle the sale, due to the intricate nature of these transactions. Some business owners choose to list the business directly and manage the process on their own. Remember, as the process is multifaceted, seeking professional assistance is generally advised.
